Foscam FI8918W Wireless IP Camera, Black
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Foscam FI8918W Wireless IP Camera with 1/4" Color CMOS Sensor, 640x480 Resolution, Night Vision Up to 8m, Black

SKU: FOFI8918WBK

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Shopper : Does this camera have auto recording triggered by movement or sound?PAUL G : YesKRISTOPHER M : This camera will recored a video but has to be directed to a NAS or cloud based service because it does not have any onboard memory nor does it have the option to plug it in to any memory. The quality is good for the price and it will work with Micasa Vera home contorllers as well as other home automation systems with the IFTTT feature.MATTHEW P : I have not used it in a while but yes, I am certain that it does. It is important that the host computer is set to never go to sleep. The only issue I have is that the little red LED lights on the front do not make this camera very stealth. They give it away in low light but during the day no one has noticed it hidden in a fake plant.ZIGGY M : yes, it does. I didn't set that part up but every movement or sound was went immediately to my email. being able to adjus the sensitivity is great because it will detect the slightest movement and sound.PETER P : Not recording but it does take snap shots detected by movement from what I have found using the infrared capabilities and sends the images to the email synced with the account.JOSHUA S : It does, triggered by either or both. I keep mine behind a firewall, and have it send images to my email and an off-site server. That keeps it safe from snoopers, and ensures an intruder can't erase the evidence.WANDA Z : Yes it does. If you set the sensitivity it will record motion and sound. I have mine set up with an 8 sensitivity on both sound and motion any type of noise or movement I receive and email. After buying one camera I brought a couple moreAUDI M : Not video, but it can be configured to send an email on movement or sound detection. The email contains several snapshots. It can also be configured to upload images to an FTP server at user specific intervals when triggered.
Shopper : what is recording space?ADAM W : There is no on-board memory. You must record to another place, like a Dropbox account or a NAS drive.HANNA M : If you're asking if the video is being recorded on this camera, it is not.JUAN C : It does not have recording storage. You have to provide your own storage. I used my PC to record.
grace m : can this be used out side?VADIM S : No, this camera is not weatherproofROBERT B : Maybe if it is completely closed in a clear case but by itself - no, it's indoor only.JONATHAN B : I used my first one outside but as soon as it rained it quit working. I bought a second one but this time I mounted the camera under an upside down Ice cream bucket and haven't had issues sinceADAM W : It is not designed to be used outside - because this product is not waterproof.

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Review Summary

2013-06-08T21:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Camera Good, Software Lacking

I have other Foscam cameras and this is the first with a different firmware version. While there are some UI differeneces, the main pitfall for me is the lack of an included/free dynimic IP option. My other cameras have the option to run through myfoscam.org, this one does not. I can either pay for DynDNS or two options through China. Incredibly dissapointing for Foscam to make this change. Other than that issue, the camera is just as good quality wise as my other Foscam cameras. Just be sure to get one with a firmware version of 11.37.x.x and not 11.22.x.x. I still recommend Foscam cameras to my family and friends. Just now with the firmware warning.

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About Foscam FI8918W

The Foscam FI8918W Wireless IP Camera features high quality video and audio, pan/tilt, remote Internet viewing, motion detection, night vision as well as a built-in network video recording system. In addition, it is smartphone compatible (iPhone android & Blackberry) as well as viewable over the Internet network using the standard Safari browser (no app necessary). The camera functions well as an IPhone baby monitor or as part of a home or office security system with remote Internet monitoring ability.

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What's in the box:

  • Foscam FI8918W Wireless IP Camera
  • Wifi Antenna
  • User Manual
  • Installation CD
  • Mounting Bracket
  • Network Cable
  • DC Power Supply 5V
  • Foscam 1 Year Limited Warranty