Local Security Cameras
Users recommend and discuss IP cameras, software like Blue Iris and ZoneMinder, and setups like UniFi or Reolink that enable local-only video storage and access without cloud upload or internet connectivity, prioritizing privacy.
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What local camera setups will let me check on my home from an app without uploading the video somewhere?
Another IP Camera thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=36447024
I'm using UniFi Video cameras. The server is in my house. No cloud necessary.
Why not use an E2EE solution, like HomeKit for your camera?
Amcrest makes one as well that supports local-only and integrates with home assistant.
i use yi home camera (4 pack on amazon for $72 currently) which runs over wifi and firmware via https://github.com/roleoroleo/yi-hack-Allwinner-v2. this bypasses the app and internet connection entirely. you will need some microSD cards to flash and run the cameras.this exposes RTSP/ONVIF and also allows for local motion detection and recording capabilities.i also use <a href="http
This is concerning - are there any alternatives for something similar: wi-fi based cameras with local-only storage?
HomeKit cameras and doorbells do this.
That's LOL level flaw. Personally I'd always go raspberry + motioneye + locally saved video + cloud upload.
I found this thread, for future visitors: https://www.reddit.com/r/homesecurity/comments/i1q981/lookin...