Reviews
Outdoor 4G LTE Security Camera A solid performer with an integrated power source.
The K&F Concept KF50.0009AEU is an outdoor security camera with full control over a wireless connection. It is powered by an internal lithium battery that can be charged with the included solar panel. The lens mount is motorized, allowing remote control of horizontal and vertical movements, as well as zooming in and out. The integrated power source offers a degree of independence when choosing the location of the camera. I placed our sample on a post in the yard, quite high up, and pointed at the lawn to record wildlife, especially at night. The plastic bracket is simply attached with the supplied screws. Masonry requires the use of a drill and dowels (preferably better ones than the cheap examples in the kit). I similarly mounted the solar panel under the camera, using the swivel mount to set it pointing slightly up to harvest as much sunlight as possible. It could be placed away from the camera. The 3-meter line offers a lot of flexibility in this regard. It connects to a USB-C socket underneath the device. An alternative power source could potentially be used when sunlight is scarce but the body of the plug is a bit too small and the socket is rubber encased to keep moisture out so a suitable cord is needed. Before all this, the first task is to connect the camera to the home WiFi and download the Ubox app on a smartphone. It's pretty normal for this type of device. I would have liked to use the camera via PC, but it doesn't support Windows. The only option is to use the android app in an emulator or maybe use a windows program with multiple factory cameras. This requires some knowledge and effort, and the camera may need to be set up in the manufacturer's app first to get the necessary details. The camera can be set up with either a sound signal or a QR code. I had trouble with the former, but the QR code worked right away. The textbook clearly took some effort, but some of the English language is hard to follow. The camera has all the typical features that appear in the list. The app is fairly easy to navigate, but not perfect. Recordings can be viewed after a short connection delay. They can be stored on an SD card in the camera or in the cloud (requires subscription after free trial). The recording quality is very satisfactory and I found this camera generally capable. I'm still trying to line up shots longer than a few seconds and the battery doesn't last the night at this time of year. It could be better in a security setting where it doesn't trigger and isn't accessed as frequently.
11/06/2023