Highlights
Quality
The video quality is very good, and i like that the unit has two-way audio so i can hear the sound in the area and send my own ... Read More
I was happy with the quality, and response time is really all about your wifi.
I'm working on the camera less than 3 ft from the wireless ap.
- installation - the installation part wasn't too hard to do; however, the camera is connected to the base magnetically.
Price
And to get wireless is $50 more.
At $200 this camera is pricey but, crucially, you do get what you pay for in most cases.
Albeit, at kind of a high price point.
Competitiveness
It is very similar in form and function compared with a nest security camera by google.
Philips is a reputable brand so i expect this thing to stand up to tough weather conditions outdoors, summer and winter.
The night vision is slightly better on this camera though compared to the nest in my opinion.
Some customers might find the $200 price tag for a 1080p camera to be high, especially when compared with other available solutions.
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- This product had a total of 18 reviews as of our last analysis date on Sep 3 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
One thing that does stand out is the direction theyve headed towards a subscription model
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Even though philips hue devices are known for being top grade the emphasis on a new subscription based model on their camera line is concerning
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Some customers might find the 200 price tag for a 1080p camera to be high especially when compared with other available solutions
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
With this integration users may add an additional layer of usefulness and protection to the setup by programming specific lights to turn on in reaction to activity detected by the camera
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Fortunately you are able to utilize basic functionality with no paid subscription
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
However if you want to play back recorded footage then you will be required to upgrade to a paid subscription
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Even though not everyone will find this model appealing philips hue has clearly used their leverage of smart lighting to produce a camera that provides special advantages over a standard camera
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I was lucky enough to come across the philips hue camera a few weeks ago