This is a great outdoor security camera. Many have complained about the difficulty with placing the camera outside while keeping the power supply protected from the weather. I installed two of the cameras and have small holes going from the outside of the house to the interior, and it works just fine. I wish the resolution was a bit better, because it is hard to identify a stranger's face with the cameras positioned about 12 feet above street level, especially at night.
A word of warning : one strange problem I had when I first bought these off of Amazon was with mounting the base of the camera to the mounting plate. I found that both of the cameras were not able to slide onto the plate the way it was shown in the included diagram. I assumed the notches on the plastic plate must have a slight design flaw and I just needed to press down harder or even file them down, but I didn't want to damage them. I asked the company, but they had not heard of this problem.
Eventually, I went to the Apple Store and bought two more cameras to see if they also had this problem --- and they were able to slide onto the plate without any issue! Comparing the two sets of cameras, there is a difference in the thickness of the little railing on the base of the cameras which the mounting plate is supposed to slide beneath. The Amazon-bought Circle Views were too thick. The Apple-bough Circle Views were just right.
I then returned the cameras I bought from Amazon. I emailed Logitech about this. For some reason, there are Circle View cameras for sale that do not fit on the mounting plate. Maybe it is only a problem for some of the ones in Amazon's warehouse, but I think it is worth knowing about.
Some minor connection hassles at first, which I notice happens with some other HomeKit accessories when you're installing them initially. But after that, the cameras have been great. I've had them for almost one month.
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
|---|---|
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Power Source | Indoor USB power supply |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Controller Type | Apple HomeKit |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
| Color | Graphite |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Included Components | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi-based (802.11 b/g/n) full HD weatherproof security camera with tethered 10-foot power cable, Quick start guide, Wall mounting hardware (mounting plate, cable clips, screws and anchors), Indoor USB power supply |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Form Factor | Bullet |
| Effective Video Resolution | 1080 Pixels |
| Viewing Angle | 180 Degrees |
| Material | Metal |
| Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Wattage | 10 watts |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 5.69 x 6.72 x 7.05 inches |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Item Weight | 8.96 ounces |
| Field Of View | 180 Degrees |
| Low light technology | Night Color |
| Alert Type | Motion Only |
| Room Type | Office, Kitchen, Bathroom, Living Room, Bedroom, Classroom, Study Room, Hallway |
| Light Source Type | Infrared |
| Video Capture Format | MPEG-4 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Personal, Business |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| International Protection Rating | IP64 |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Manufacturer | Logitech |
| Part Number | 961-000489 |
| Item Weight | 9 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5.69 x 6.72 x 7.05 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | 961-000489 |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Style | Camera |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Full HD 1080p video with wide dynamic range, Wall-mounting bracket included, Best-in-class Logitech TrueView™ video featuring wide 180° field of view, Tilt down for instant privacy or use rear-mounted on/off switch, Enhanced infrared night vision capability up to 15ft away, Designed with premium details like matte finish and metal base, Built for Apple HomeKit Secure Video, Camera Body Weatherproof Rating: IP64 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited Hardware Warranty |
