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Webcam Question
Fabius:
I am looking at this outdoor WiFi webcam on eBay. I understand how it works with a smartphone app but how would it work with Weather Underground? Does anyone use this model?
https://tinyurl.com/y9qrbkvn
galfert:
Unbranded generic camera from China bought on eBay. That isn't even a gamble. That is a sure thing to disappoint.
First I don't see the point in most wireless cameras. Because they need to be powered anyway. So if you need to run a cable for power might as well just use an Ethernet powered camera. Some wireless cameras use a battery but then they either only record on motion detection and not 24 hours or they have to be taken down and recharged frequently.
As to how to determine if a camera can become a weather camera well it needs to be able to FTP or have an Http address. Or you have computer software running that does those functions and talks to the camera.
It is possible that the camera you mentioned will work. But I'd strongly recommend getting something better.
Fabius:
Good points, thanks.
ryanerb:
I too would also recommend against this camera.
I have been using different cameras for many years and would stay with some kind of known brand. Hikvision, Dahua, Foscam, Amcrest, etc. They aren't that much more expensive and will serve you much better.
Fabius:
--- Quote from: ryanerb on August 01, 2018, 11:34:40 AM ---I too would also recommend against this camera.
I have been using different cameras for many years and would stay with some kind of known brand. Hikvision, Dahua, Foscam, Amcrest, etc. They aren't that much more expensive and will serve you much better.
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Okay, I'm convinced. Name brand it is.
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