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The video introduces the Yuffie Cam 2 Pro, an indoor/outdoor camera with a 365-day battery life, compatible with Amazon, Google Assistant, and HomeKit. Key points include privacy measures, setup instructions, features like local storage and a 100-decibel siren, and compatibility with HomeKit. The resolution difference between the Cam 2 and Cam 2 Pro is highlighted. Issues like missed footage and motion sensitivity adjustments are discussed. The video also explores the impact of enabling HomeKit on battery life and resolution, the option for dual recording, and working around HomeKit camera limits. Finally, the speaker mentions the consideration of Pro versions for future resolution changes in HomeKit.
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In this segment of the video, the Yuffie Cam 2 Pro, a wireless 2K indoor/outdoor camera with a 365-day battery life that works with Amazon, Google Assistant, and HomeKit, is introduced. It does not have monthly fees and supports HomeKit Secure Video out of the box. The kit includes two Yuffie Cam 2 Pro cameras and the Yuffie Home Base 2. The Pro version is currently available at Best Buy for around $350. The setup process, features, and integration with HomeKit are discussed. The key difference between the Yuffie Cam 2 and the Yuffie Cam 2 Pro is the resolution, with the Pro supporting up to 2K compared to the 1080p standard Cam 2. HomeKit supports only 1080p streaming and recording.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the privacy measures taken by the home kit, emphasizing that the footage is stored locally on the base station with 256-bit encryption. To set up the cameras and access stored footage, users need to download the yuffie app and register an account. The video then goes on to unbox the kit, revealing items such as the home base 2, yuffie cam 2 pro cameras, mounting options, power supply, and more. The home base 2 includes 16 gigabytes of internal storage, with a 100-decibel siren that can be remotely controlled. The base station can be connected via Ethernet or 2.4 gigahertz Wi-Fi, offering flexibility in setup. Users can mix and match yuffie cam 2 and yuffie cam 2 pro cameras with the base station, with a four-camera limit for home kit cameras. The cameras are rated for indoor and outdoor use, featuring a 140-degree field of view and up to 2048 by 1080 resolution.
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In this segment of the video, the creator demonstrates setting up a Yuffie security camera system. The setup involves connecting the home base to the router, scanning a QR code, adding cameras, naming them, updating firmware, and adjusting camera settings for optimal battery life. The process includes charging the camera for up to eight hours before mounting and ensuring a solid connection for proper function. Finally, the setup is integrated with HomeKit for additional features such as streaming and recording through the Yuffie app.
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In this segment of the video, it is explained that the camera performs faster when HomeKit or HomeKit Secure Video is enabled. The camera is described as having a 365-day battery life but it may not be achievable when using HomeKit. The user demonstrates adjusting streaming and recording settings in the Home app for the Yuffie Cam 2 Pro camera. The video quality is noted to be good at 1080p, with the speaker quality and two-way audio being excellent. The installation process of the camera is highlighted as easy, with options for both indoor and outdoor mounts provided. There is mention that even though the camera is 2k, when using HomeKit, streaming and recording are limited to 1080p.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the two-way communication limitation in HomeKit for the camera being reviewed. The sensitivity settings were adjusted to capture more motion in the yard, but there were still issues with missed footage. The speaker compares this camera with other cameras that work with HomeKit Secure Video by conducting tests to see how they capture motion. The reviewed camera occasionally missed footage, even after sensitivity adjustments. Night vision recordings in HomeKit seemed to be a focus of analysis during the comparison test.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the inconsistencies in recordings from the UF cams when using HomeKit, highlighting that some adjustments may be needed for optimal performance. However, the UF cams offer various attractive features, such as no monthly fees, local storage, 100 decibel siren, tamper alerts, and wireless capability. The cameras support HomeKit and HomeKit Secure Video, even if these features may have some limitations. Enabling HomeKit on the cameras may reduce battery life and resolution to 1080p. The dual recording feature (local and iCloud) provides a backup option. Additionally, the speaker mentions the benefit of using UF cams to work around the five-camera limit in HomeKit Secure Video by disabling recording on some cameras but still accessing the streams. The segment also briefly touches on choosing between UF cam 2 and UF cam 2 Pro cameras for HomeKit integration.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the use of cameras in HomeKit. The UF Cam 2 Pro may not be necessary as enabling HomeKit on the cameras reduces the resolution to 1080p max. The Pro versions could be considered if one hopes for future changes allowing higher resolutions or if switching back to the Yufy app for 2k recordings is preferred. The Pro versions are slightly more expensive but offer higher resolution recording. Overall, the decision between standard and Pro versions depends on individual preferences and future expectations regarding resolution changes by Apple.