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I was wondering what the common model for webcam is that is used around the lake. I'm interested in getting one, but have limited computer skills. Advice?
Thank you, Mark |
Many use the Stardot cameras. I've been using them for over 15 years. They are very reliable and operate in all weather conditions without trouble.
Their new cameras have live Youtube streaming and every other webcam feature you need built in. http://www.stardot.com/products |
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This is the one I have.... https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I believe DropCam was bought out by Nest but they still sell the exact same product / camera. Super easy setup and super reliable! Dan |
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Thank you all for the information and feedback.
Mark |
DropCam was indeed bought by NEST a while back and they are essentially the same (forward & backward compatible).
Like ishoot, I have been using them for years as well .... I was using the dropcam with an aftermarket housing for exterior mounting and have not had any problems in the 3 years it's been operating ..... Santa just delivered the new NEST outdoor cam, which I will add to the collection of 4 installed currently. As mentioned, they are SUPER Simple to set up ....all you need is a power outlet within 10ft of where you are mounting.... follow the 3-5 minutes of prompts (depending on how fast you type) and voila ! There are a lot of neat features that can be learned later like setting up motion sensing zones, alerts, etc -- which are all best done on a PC as opposed to phone or tablet. For PC's, you access your cams through the NEST homepage by simply logging in (upper right corner) If you need any help -- PM me. |
I guess I misunderstood what BoBo was looking for. When BoBo asked about "webcams" I recommended the Stardot cameras based on almost 20 years of experience running webcams. "Webcams" are designed to upload either still images or streaming video to the internet for public viewing (usually) using ONVIF, FTP or RTSP. The cameras are designed to operate in extreme conditions. The images or video is normally embedded in web pages. When someone says "webcam" that's what I think of.
Although the Nest cameras are great for home security and surveillance they are not really designed to be "webcams". They will not support ONVIF, FTP or RTSP which are needed to do uploads to the web and public live streaming. So, to backtrack on my first post, I'd say that if you want a security and surveillance camera that you and your family can access the Nest camera can't be beat. However, if you want to setup a webcam that we all can view stick with a camera that's designed for that purpose. Quote:
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The original poster stated he had limited computer skills and that was the reason I gave him the option of the Nestcam. With your "20 years experience" I'm sure setting up and maintaining a true "webcam" is a breeze but for those of us with limited computer skills it can be extremely frustrating to say the least. Nestcam gives us technologically challenged people another and much simpler option.... Dan |
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