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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 
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Nest Doesn't Disappoint
on September 19, 2016
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
This is my third Nest security camera. I have two indoor cameras. On top of that I have 5 Nest Protect smoke/CO alarms and a Nest Thermostat. I enjoy those products and this one is no different.
Yes, the camera's power cable is exposed, but if you follow Nest's recommendations and be smart about it, then this cable should be hard to located and cut. I don't want to have to worry about batteries. I need my camera to work 24/7 without fail.
Setup was a breeze. A lot easier than I thought. I was able to mount the camera under an eve and route the power cable neatly to the power outlet thanks to the cable clips. The strong magnets hold everything in place and allow for easy adjustment of the camera as well. Adding the Nest Cam Outdoor to my account was just as easy. I was up and running in less than an hour.
The video stream is clear. The night vision is spectacular, as it lights up my entire front yard, which is decent sized. I love the new eyesight feature, being able to scrub through the day very quickly. I also like how it detects people and shows you a thumbnail. Overall this is a great camera and adds a lot of value to my home automation system.
Yes, it costs money for 10 or 30 days of video history. I'll gladly pay the $200/year for all three of my cameras if it means the safety and security of my home and family. If you want quality service, you need to pay for it. Bottom line: if you love Nest and their indoor cameras, you will love this as well. No more pointing an indoor camera out the windows for me.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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MacBook Air features up to 8GB of memory, a fifth-generation Intel Core processor, Thunderbolt 2, great built-in apps, and all-day battery life.1 Its thin, light, and durable enough to take everywhere you go-and powerful enough to do everything once you get there, better.
 
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Another Great Apple Product
on September 4, 2016
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
Over the past year or so, I have begun buying Apple products again. Outside of the Airport Extreme, I have been very pleased. This laptop has not let me down. I have a Windows Laptop, but that's more for gaming, and needed something that was portable but still has good processing power. For $750 (on sale and student discount) I couldn't pass up this laptop.
Now that I'm in the Apple ecosystem, setup of this laptop was a breeze. It is very light and portable and the battery life is absolutely amazing. It is not as fast as my iMac but it still impresses me, and I have no patience for laggy laptops. It is quick enough for what I need it for, which is writing blogs, browsing the web, schoolwork, and even light video editing.
I know there are new MacBooks coming out soon, but if you are looking for a solid laptop that is light and has great battery life, then I wouldn't hesitate to pick one of these up, because it is WELL worth the money.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed for use with a variety home automation and entertainment devices, this Logitech Harmony Elite 915-000256 remote allows easy control through closed cabinets or walls for flexible use. The remote works with Alexa, and the Harmony mobile app supports simple on-to-go operation.
 
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Not Impressed At All
on July 18, 2016
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
I own two other Logitech Harmony remotes and love them. When this model went on sale, I decided to take the plunge so I could integrate my Smart Home devices with my entertainment devices. Set up was pretty easy, and I was even able to transfer the settings from my other remote to this one. That's where the fun stopped. My remote would constantly sync. Every time I picked it up, it would start syncing before I could even press a button. I reset the remote and it was fine for a while, but then it would start the endless syncing again. I shouldn't have to wait 30 seconds every time I pick up the device before I can use it, especially when it's a remote control. The hub would also go off line and I had to reset that a few times. Now mind you, I only had the device for 3 days. Setting up new devices and routines via the app was slow and painful. Doing this via the Harmony App and USB cable was a little less of a hassle. The touch display on the remote was not very responsive and I often had to press the desired function several times.
Overall, this device was more of a hassle than it was worth, and for $300 I expected much better functionality. I am a tech savvy person and also work in IT, so I usually can make something work with what I already have. Unfortunately, I could not do that with this remote.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The intelligent, easy-to-use AirPort Extreme Base Station with simultaneous dual-band support is the perfect wireless access point for home, school or office. It offers next-generation 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology and delivers high-performance wireless access for Mac computers, PCs and Wi-Fi devices such as iPhone®, iPad®, iPod® touch and Apple TV.
 
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I Like Apple Products, But Not All Are Great
on July 12, 2016
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
I do like Apple products, but why do they all have high ratings? These routers are not that great. I wanted to give one a shot. I actually bought this and a Time Capsule and created an extended network by connecting them together via Ethernet cable. The devices were fairly easy to set up, but I did have the AirPort Extreme crash every time I tried to rename it. So I had to leave it with the default name. Wi-fi performance was lacking, and Netflix and HBO Go would often buffer while watching. I'm an IT Pro and the lack of proper management tools doesn't really do it for me. I can see how this would be good for someone who doesn't push the limits of their networking and doesn't care about configs. This router just didn't light up my world. I went back to my Asus Router and have had zero issues. This product is def. not for everyone.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Samsung JS8500 Series UN55JS8500FXZA LED Smart 4K Ultra HDTV: This Samsung SUHD TV continues to push the envelope of high-definition picture quality, revealing brilliant colors and stunning scene lighting that goes beyond standard 4K Ultra HD. It's also capable of connecting with apps, browsing the Web and screen mirroring with smart devices over a Wi-Fi connection.
 
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A TV That Does Everything Well
on February 14, 2016
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
I purchased a Sony Bravia 3D 4K TV last year and I never really liked it all that much. It was a good 3D and 4K TV but a really bad 1080p TV. There was a lot of light bleed, motion blur, and grey and black uniformity issues.
This Samsung TV blows the Sony right out of the water. It does well in all modes, and the 4K is absolutely stunning. I'm am used to a TV over-saturating colors and being uneven, but this one handles both of those well. Make sure you calibrate the color on your TV and you will be very pleased. The picture is very crisp and uniform and even makes the highly compressed Time Warner Cable signal look pretty good. Put in a blu ray movie and forget about... absolutely stunning! I have yet to watch a 3D movie but I am not expecting any issues.
The Samsung Smart Hub is very nice. It is responsive and the apps load rather quickly. Not perfect, but very good. A decent number of apps to download.
I've only had this TV a few days, but so far I am very happy with my purchase. It is the kind of quality I expect paying $1500 for a television.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enhance all your favorite entertainment with this Yamaha YHT-4920UBL home theater speaker system, which features 5 speakers and 100W subwoofer for full, powerful sound. Bluetooth technology enables simple wireless streaming.
 
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4
Solid Home Theater
on December 18, 2015
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
I've only had this system a few days, but as of right now I like this system. I like that I can upgrade the speakers in the future if I so choose. The included speakers are solid though. They all have a nice range. Set up was a little complex and the remote is just awful but that shouldn't deter you. I have yet to put it though its paces but I don't think its going to give me any problems. I have a Sony 4k 3D TV and the Bravia Sync works with the receiver. It also has 4K and 3D passthrough, so that will be nice. If you want to save money but want the option to upgrade in the future, this is the kind if HTiB you should look at.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Easily connect your devices to your wireless network with this Asus RT-AC68P router, which features TurboQAM technology and AiRadar to provide an efficient, reliable signal with up to 1900 Mbps data transfer rates on 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz bands.
 
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A Fantastic Router
on November 5, 2015
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
I've owned several wireless routers in my day, and this router is simply the best one I've ever used. I've had absolutely no issues with this device. Speed and range are fantastic. I have used almost every function of this router with no issues, such as IPv6, VPN, Port Forwarding, remote administration and others. I have an advanced smart home set up and have had no issues there either. I have a 4K TV and I stream 4K content with absolutely no issues. I know I sound like a broken record but I want everyone to know just how awesome this router is. Spend the money and get this router!
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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iPhone 6 Plus isn't just bigger — it's better in every way. Larger yet thinner. More powerful, yet power efficient. It's a new generation of iPhone.
 
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A Great Phone That Just Works
on August 12, 2015
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
What I like most about the iPhone is that it just works. The marriage of hardware and software in Apple products is second to none. Yes, I've had my beefs with Apple and found some iterations of their iPhone to be lacking and boring. That's not the case with the 6 Plus. This phone is not too big, not too small, not too heavy and not to light. I like how it feels, I like the real estate, and enjoy that it's still pocket-able.
I am coming back to Apple after a quick stint with a Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy S6. Both good phones but too many issues, especially the S6. The iPhone 6 Plus is simple and works as a true smart phone should, with unified settings and other features that were way too complex to use on the S6.
Touch ID is quick and responsive and Apple Pay is the wave of the future. Even simple things like connecting to my trucks Infotainment center is easier and more reliable than the S6 was.
Battery life is absolutely amazing. I categorize myself as a light to medium daily user and I'm easily getting 3 days on one charge. Heavy users will easily have 30-40% battery left at the end of the day.
This truly is a great device, and one of the best phones I've ever owned. All because it just does what it's supposed to. Yes, customization is nice having a more open platform is wonderful (like you can with Android) but in the end, if you have to sacrifice other features or stability, it's not worth it.
I highly recommend anyone, Android or Apple users, to check out this phone if you can.
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyASUS Flip Q551LN-BBI706 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Manage your e-mails, photos, music and more with this versatile laptop. The flip-and-fold design lets you choose from 4 modes to fit your needs for work or play.
 
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Pretty Good!
on February 20, 2015
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
Overall this is a pretty good laptop. It is sleek looking, has a beautiful full HD touchscreen, and certainly has enough power. The keyboard is nice to type on and playing games on it is an absolute pleasure.
Why didn't I give it 5 stars? First, the 1TB 5400 RPM harddrive that comes stock with this laptop is a huge oversight. It really kills the laptops performance. I replaced with an SSD right away and this is now the fastest PC I've ever owned.
Secondly, the screen doesn't get very bright and there is a nasty glare from light sources. I've found ways around it, but for a $1000 laptop with such a beautiful display, it is kind of a letdown.
Lastly, it is kind of heavy and awkward. Flipping the screen to tablet mode is clunky and awkward. I've almost dropped it several times and I don't have small hands by any means.
So if you want a nice looking laptop with a beautiful HD screen and above average gaming power, this is the one for you!
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung UN40H6350AFXZA LED HDTV: Featuring built-in Wi-Fi, this Samsung HDTV allows you to wirelessly stream movies and TV shows and surf the Web. The 1080p screen and a Clear Motion Rate 240 let you enjoy fast-moving movies, games and sports with minimal blur.
 
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Great mid-range Smart TV
on May 23, 2014
Posted by: hobie1978
from Johnson City, NY
Internet Connectable?Yes
Connected to the Internet:Yes
This is a great TV for the price. The picture is absolutely amazing. Very crisp image and minimal ghosting and blurring. The sound quality is great and there is an EQ to customize it. The smart features are great, with tons of great apps. Netflix works very well. Samsung link works great to put the content from my Galaxy Note 3 on my TV.
The only "bad" thing about the TV is that the menus are a little laggy. But not a deal breaker by any means. A wonderful TV.
Internet content most enjoyed: Netflix
My Best Buy number: 2285822032
What's great about it: Picture quality, energy savings, smart features,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Philips Hue Bridge is the brain behind the Hue system. With a secure and stable connection, the Bridge uses the Zigbee mesh to provide instant control of your Hue lights and accessories without putting a strain on your Wi-Fi. Get the full suite of smart lighting features, including automations, the ability to control up to 50 lights and accessories inside and outside your home, and smart control from anywhere in the world. Level up your home entertainment when you add a Bridge. Integrations with other smart home brands and products are made possible with the Bridge. Control your lights from anywhere that you have an internet or cellular connection. The Bridge lets you set geofencing that turns the lights on when you arrive home. When you add smart switches and sensors to your Bridge, you enjoy even more convenient ways to control your Hue lights in addition to using the app or your voice. The Hue Bridge supports Matter.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
A little agrivating
By Mastablasta
The range is not what they advertise. Couldn't control the lights at the other end of my house. Had to move the unit to the middle of the house via cat5 internet cable. After that it works ok. The hue app is terrible. No timers to turn on and off. They need to improve the app greatly. You can download other smart apps which work better. Btw you can't add another bridge to extend the signal. Price of bulbs is a bit much. Not adding more than the 3 I have unless they improve.
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hobie1978
Johnson City, NY
March 14, 2016
Actually, there are timers in the hue app. Also, just like any wireless network appliance, it works best in the center of your house. That's just common sense.
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Expand your network and add network devices with this Linksys five-port gigabit switch, letting you transfer 10 times faster than Fast Ethernet. Five ports offer 5X Ethernet so you can plug and play without missing a beat. Power is reduced to unused ports on this Linksys five-port gigabit switch, saving you money by reducing energy costs.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Was not quite what I need
By Stanyguns
It was a great switch but ended up needing a bigger one
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hobie1978
Johnson City, NY
July 15, 2016
It's not the switches fault that you needed a bigger one. You shouldn't rate it so low for your mistake.
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Did you shut the window? Did the baby wake up? What’s the dog getting into? Google Nest Cam helps you stay connected to things – in super clear 1080p HD video. It sends alerts to your phone when there’s motion or sound. And only takes a minute to set up. Google Nest Cam lets you see around the clock with Night Vision. And has a built-in mic and speaker so you can tell your dog to get off the couch. Think you missed something? Subscribe to Google Nest Aware + Video History and your Google Nest Cam will continuously record up to 30 days of video so you can rewind and see what happened.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Good camera, HOWEVER,
By Chaz2262
Camera works well, however, had I known you have to pay a monthly fee to record video, I would have never bought it. $120.00 dollars extra per year just to record video is ridiculous. There are better systems that allow you to record to your hard drive. Wish I new it on the front end. I do not recommend this camera system unless you have money to spare for an annual subscription.
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hobie1978
Johnson City, NY
August 23, 2016
And what happens when the burglar takes the device that has the stored video on it? Then what do you do? Nest makes it clear as day that you need to purchase Nest Aware in order to see video history. Buying a product like this takes research, which you clearly did not do.
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Record aerial shots in Ultra HD with this Autel Robotics X-Star Premium drone. Clamp your smart device onto the remote controller to enjoy real-time viewing of your captured scenes via the Starlink app. The dual GPS and GLONASS navigation system keep this Autel Robotics X-Star Premium drone in solid position even in low-signal locations.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great Drone
By MonstaMatt
In a world where DJI rules the sky Autel Robotics is your easy to get along with and solid equipment manufacturer. The drone looks and feels just like the phantom series. But its orange which is awesome, The remote is amazing, they have a promotion going till march where they will pay you what it cost to pass your 107 test, and they are all based in America. Ive called them on multiple occasions and they just pick up the phone like they have been waiting on me the whole day. Amazing. I love this product. I bought 3 drones and this is the one i kept.
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hobie1978
Johnson City, NY
January 15, 2017
It is through Autel.
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Record aerial shots in Ultra HD with this Autel Robotics X-Star Premium drone. Clamp your smart device onto the remote controller to enjoy real-time viewing of your captured scenes via the Starlink app. The dual GPS and GLONASS navigation system keep this Autel Robotics X-Star Premium drone in solid position even in low-signal locations.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Dead On Arrival
By PikchaMan
After reading all he good reviews on this, I decided to purchase this over the DJI Phantom 4. I took it home read all the instructions thoroughly, plugged both the remote and the battery in to charge and noticed only the remote was charging. I disconnected them both and tried charging the battery itself and nothing. I switched it to different outlets in my home thinking I may have a bad outlet and it still would not charge. It was completely dead. I was very disappointed because I purchased it to do some aerial photography the following day in Key West and was not able to. I eventually returned it and got the Phantom 4 instead.
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hobie1978
Johnson City, NY
January 22, 2017
Did you even try to contact Autel support? Their support is wonderful. I think it's irresponsible to give a product a 1 star review before attempting to solve the problem.
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Enjoy cinematic color with this 55-inch LG OLED 4K smart TV. With 8.3 million pixels, the resolution is almost four times that of Full HD, and OLED HDR delivers stunning images and support for Dolby Vision content. This LG OLED 4K smart TV uses webOS 3.0 to give you an intuitive interface for streaming multimedia and accessing apps.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Awesome tv, missed the sale!
By Drfeelgood
I recently purchased this tv after returning the Samsung ks8000. The samsung was nice but I wasn't happy with the build quality. The back panel is notorious for separating after time. Also I wasn't too happy with the overall picture quality. The 55oledc6p was completely the opposite. The picture is great with an awesome contrast ratio. I use the isf bright setting in the day and isf dark room at night. I didn't have to adjust the settings at all. The game mode setting looks great without any picture degradation like other tvs. The hdr game mode lg did is awesome as well. The input lag is a little higher than vizio or samsung but not noticeable at all. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because the price dropped in less than a week of buying it. I wish best buy would keep us more in the loop with email updates. Other than that if you're looking to purchase a new tv this is the way to go. Especially since the 2017 oleds are coming out and are normally priced very high. You won't be disappointed with this tv at all. With the inclusion of dolby vision you have a future proof set that will keep you satisfied for years to come.
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hobie1978
Johnson City, NY
March 6, 2017
Best Buy will price match any of their sales as long as you notify them within your exchange/return period.
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Enjoy cinematic color with this 55-inch LG OLED 4K smart TV. With 8.3 million pixels, the resolution is almost four times that of Full HD, and OLED HDR delivers stunning images and support for Dolby Vision content. This LG OLED 4K smart TV uses webOS 3.0 to give you an intuitive interface for streaming multimedia and accessing apps.
 

Is there an ethernet connection for network compatibility?

Yes
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

Does this record video footage?

No video is recorded to the cloud.
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

What is the viewing angle

130 degrees
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

I'm concerned that it can be easily stolen or damaged.

Any security camera can be stolen or damaged. The best part about this camera, is that it records to the cloud, so your footage is always safe. If someone tries to steal your camera, they will be caught on video first.
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

Can I hook up the camera without having internet connection at all? How long are the wires? Does the camera zoom in and out? what is the area/distance that the camera can see? How long does the camera record and in what file format? I gave many questions.

You can only use this camera if you have wireless internet at your home. Otherwise it is useless.
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

Does this record video footage?

Video recording is done in the cloud. You get three hours of video history for free. You can purchase 10 and 30 days histories.
7 years, 6 months ago
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

Does this come with a mounting bracket ?

Yes
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Meet the Nest Cam Outdoor security camera. It stands watch 24/7, rain or shine. Plugs into power so you never have to worry about dead batteries. And sends an alert to your phone when it detects activity. It even lets you talk back through the Nest app. This is what an outdoor security camera should be.
 

Can this camera be set to only come on when motion is detected? What is the field of view and can the zoom be done remotely?

This camera, when on, records continually. It cannot be set to only come on when motion is detected. Instead, it can send you alerts when it detects motion. You can even set up motion zones. The camera shoots at a 130 degree angle. There is a certain extent of digital panning and zooming the camera can do remotely from the app. The camera does not actually move though.
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Did you shut the window? Did the baby wake up? What’s the dog getting into? Google Nest Cam helps you stay connected to things – in super clear 1080p HD video. It sends alerts to your phone when there’s motion or sound. And only takes a minute to set up. Google Nest Cam lets you see around the clock with Night Vision. And has a built-in mic and speaker so you can tell your dog to get off the couch. Think you missed something? Subscribe to Google Nest Aware + Video History and your Google Nest Cam will continuously record up to 30 days of video so you can rewind and see what happened.
 

Does the free service that includes live viewing, can you also use the audio features of hearing and speaking. thanks

Yes.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Did you shut the window? Did the baby wake up? What’s the dog getting into? Google Nest Cam helps you stay connected to things – in super clear 1080p HD video. It sends alerts to your phone when there’s motion or sound. And only takes a minute to set up. Google Nest Cam lets you see around the clock with Night Vision. And has a built-in mic and speaker so you can tell your dog to get off the couch. Think you missed something? Subscribe to Google Nest Aware + Video History and your Google Nest Cam will continuously record up to 30 days of video so you can rewind and see what happened.
 

Can I share the live video with say a dozen people? AND... can I later restrict their access to the video? I'm looking at using this to monitor a litter of puppies and want to share with perspective Puppy buyers but would want to restrict access later.

You can not grant access to individual people. You can either share to the world (no restriction) or share via a password. You would then have to change the password in order to restrict people that you've already given access to, and give out the new password to people you want to have access.
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