Key Takeaways
- Arlo has unveiled five new home security cameras with AI features for enhanced detection capabilities.
- Subscription to Arlo Secure is required for full access to advanced AI functionalities, including fire detection.
- Prices for the cameras start at £79.99, with various models designed for indoor and outdoor use.
New AI-Powered Home Security Cameras
Arlo, a prominent name in the security camera market, has launched five new models within its Essential 3 series, designed to elevate home security through artificial intelligence. These cameras can recognize familiar faces and vehicles, detect packages, and alert users to potential fires by identifying flames.
The Essential 3 series features two types of indoor cameras and three weather-resistant outdoor options, available in both wired and wireless configurations. Pre-orders are currently open, with shipping scheduled for October 1.
Among the offerings is the Essential 3 Outdoor Pan Tilt Zoom camera, a wired model boasting a 130-degree field of view. It can pan and tilt to track subjects, ensuring no blind spots, with prices starting at £129.99 for a single 2K-resolution camera. The indoor counterpart is the Arlo Essential 3 Indoor Pan Tilt Zoom, which shares similar features and includes a privacy mode that “looks away” when disarmed. The indoor model is priced at £89.99 for one camera or £129.99 for two.
Other options include the wireless Arlo Essential 3 Outdoor, equipped with a siren and spotlight, starting at £99.99, and the Essential 3 Outdoor XL, known for its extended battery life, available for £169.99 for a two-camera bundle. The wired Essential 3 Indoor comes with a physical privacy shield and is priced at £79.99 for one camera, or £99.99 for a twin pack. All models are compatible with popular smart home systems like Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings, although they currently do not support Matter.
While the initial purchase prices are competitive for home security cameras, users must consider that advanced AI functionalities require a subscription to Arlo Secure. Three subscription tiers are available in the UK: Secure Single Cam, Secure Multi Cam, and Early Warning System. All tiers include cloud video storage, detection of people, animals, vehicles, and packages, along with a replacement camera in case of theft. However, only the top-tier Early Warning System, priced at £16.99 monthly or £169.90 annually, provides features like identifying specific individuals and vehicles, as well as fire alerts.
For those seeking a cost-effective solution without ongoing fees, reviewing alternatives to subscription-based security cameras may be beneficial. While other options may lack the same AI functionalities, they often allow for local video storage without additional charges. Arlo’s new lineup is designed for users looking for advanced, AI-driven monitoring capabilities to enhance their home security.
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