Just saw your video! Great info, thanks. The reason why recording is NOT turned on by default is because, anyone non-tech savvy exploring the camera accidentally records themselves or their family members when improperly dressed could lead to privacy issue. To avoid the hassle of dealing all lawsuits, Wyze’s policy is explicitly asking user to initiate recording after they are conscious of their surroundings. This is my understanding :)

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! And good point.

Because your a Canadian like myself, and your in Calgary, I'm subscribing, because I like that your speaking towards your Canadian followers

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Cheers! And thanks for the sub!

Thanks for the review Erin.

Such a great review! Thank you. I was also wondering how it does in the calgary winters. According to some folks as home depot, they had no problems! Even in our cold stretch where it got to -40

Great review! I'll definitely be enabling the save recording settings first thing.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Perfect!

Great video! Thank you for sharing. Love your Pyrex collection as well.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@janethompson2305

Ай бұрын

😂😅

Thank you for this videoI It was very helpful and has made my choice easy! I was looking in to baby monitors but it was too complicated.. I needed a camera for when I go away to make sure no doors are being left open, my cats will be getting taken care of. I needed a camera for peace of mind so I count 3 cats before I go to sleep LOL and its awesome I can speak through the microphone! So excited to order 2 of these

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

So happy to hear this feedback, thanks so much Sandra!

@SkyBySkyBySky

Жыл бұрын

Kinda random to say but I’m so glad I’m not the only one who feels like this with their cats! I have 3 also and I always do a head count when I leave and come back 😭 part of the reason why I’m looking into security cameras, for a peace of mind!

Love your dogs!!!

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you for the info on the product.

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Efficient and informative A+

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words

nice product review and video.did it stand the calgary winter? does it send notification even without the subscription? ty in advance

Great video and very helpful is there a ac adapter for more than 6' and when you say it is compatible with google assistant will it work with my nest security system I have in my home.

Also comes with IFTTT integration and RTSP.

I don’t even need to watch the video. I have five Wyze pan cams in my house. And I can tell you that they are not worth the money simply based on the absolute nightmare of Customer Service, whether or not you have a subscription, half the time the video doesn’t upload to the cloud and all you get is a snapshot so you can’t tell what actually happened; the sound quality is absolute garbage. Someone could be standing right next to the camera discussing how they were going to murder you, but it sounds like somebody is standing next to Niagara Falls discussing your murder instead. I have subscription for the cam plus on every camera but every time they do some kind of upgrade it causes my cameras to crap out. I have one that reboots randomly and repeatedly for no reason and they can’t tell me why. Christmas before last, we had one aimed at our front porch That decided to stop recording entirely. Why was this a big deal? Because someone stole my son‘s brand new runner sled that his grandmother got him for Christmas cost about $200. We have no way to prove that it was stolen because the camera didn’t record anything. Just stopped. And there’s never any indication when the cameras have stopped recording. They look normal. If you go into the app to view from the camera, everything looks normal. The only way you notice that it’s not recording is if you look under the events. But typically, you don’t look at the events unless you’re actually looking for something. So this particular camera had not recorded anything for over a week and we didn’t discover it until after the sled was stolen. And here’s where the crap of Customer service comes in. You cannot, CAN NOT speak to a manager. The only way you can communicate with the manager is through email. That’s what they told me. I was on the phone for hours with the regular customer service people trying to get some kind of resolution to the fact that their “security,“ camera did not provide any security nor do we have any recourse with the police or insurance companies because we have no footage of the theft. All in all, sled is gone, no compensation, no apology; and I already have so much invested in the cameras that I can’t afford to buy other ones. If you want a good camera, go get an Arlo. My only criticism of the Arlo that I had before was that they don’t pan. That is 75% of the reason why I went with a Wyze cams because they panned. They were less expensive than other panning cameras and so I got them. At first, everything seemed fine until the continuous, never ending problems started and you can’t get any help from Customer Service. They constantly try to blame it on your own Internet or some other factor that divert the fault away from themselves and they don’t do anything. Their standard answer is to set the camera back to factory and start over and reboot your Internet. That’s their solve all for everything. No, I cannot say enough bad crap about the Wyze cam‘s. Other people may have had wonderful experiences, and if I had only had problems with one camera or maybe two it would be different. This is all the cameras with all the subscriptions all the time. Constantly having to power cycle them to make sure that they’re always recording.

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear about your experience. Thanks for sharing.

@mikerobak790

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and for the clarity with which you did so. I’m going to check out Arlo as I’ve had issues with my V2 cameras and was considering upgrading to the V3s. Sometimes when we share our experiences we can make a positive difference for people as you did here. 🙏🏾😁👍🏽

@ionconnor1991

Жыл бұрын

What customer service u want if u pay 40 bucks for the camera

@princessvivianna

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me know, before buying.

Thanks!!

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

You bet!

Erin, great review! You had it right the first time didn't you at 2:30?

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, I did, LOL!

NOOOICE Video!

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TimKGrimes

Жыл бұрын

@@ErinLawrenceTV You're welcome. It's very professional. You're obviously a trained talent. Regardless, your presentation and clarity are both superb. Awesome job.

thank you for talking about the USB cable/wall charger, no one else has shown this. would you happen to know if the V3 is 120-220v?

@joebrkic7060

Жыл бұрын

It's actually 5volts , it uses any USB adapter from any power outlet or even a power Bank or battery with a USB adapter for remote locations! Except that you still need some WiFi reception! Cheers Joe from Australia

Can it be used to monitor the front area of house and as a 2-way communication and not record since I already have Lorex 8K security cameras. I would have to use the WTZE app to use the 2-way communication. The App free to use it for communications?

Thanks for super review , what is the min speed needed for smooth operation of this camera, will 10 Mbp will work OK ?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Oh. Good question. I’m not sure about that

Hi Erin, thanks for the review. Have you dipped below -20C yet, and if so - how did it perform? I'm also in a northern location that gets down to -30C and was curious how it handled the cold.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

I haven’t had it outside in that kind of cold yet. I’ll have to make time to try that soon.

Does the camera have a loop feature or do you need to change SD cards? Loop Ex: When the card is full it will save newest video over oldest video

I'm thinking of using this in the kitchen. We have small shopping list blackboard/chalkboard on the wall. Will be really convenient to check on the hand-written list when on the go! (yes, i prefer an analog blackboard shopping list over a phone app) :)

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@aaronalquiza9680

Жыл бұрын

i did a similar thing. i pointed one of my wyze cams to a digital thermometer in our heated shed so i can see the temperature there.

How quickly does this camera "recognize" motion and begin recording?

Heyy everyone and Erin hope everyone has a good day or night

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@mustangdbest220

2 жыл бұрын

@@ErinLawrenceTV Thanks 😊

Thx Erin... LIKED. -What kind of Mic are you using here. Sound is good. 🎈

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I use a Joby Wavo Pro wireless mic in my on camera segments and a Rode USB mic for voiceovers

@bubblerings

Жыл бұрын

@@ErinLawrenceTV Warm wishes from Maui. For a great 2023. 💖🎈

Do you have to be within a certain range to see what is going on when using the app on your phone? Or can you log in anywhere to see the current activity like if you’re on a trip somewhere etc..?

👍🏻

Hey Erin thanks for the upload a quick question about micro sd card are we able to see the video on card via the app or do we need to remove the sd card to view it

@toaitran6908

Жыл бұрын

You don't need to remove sd card. You can view playback by the app.

@deancollinsdroid

Жыл бұрын

@@toaitran6908 Do you need to be on the same wifi network for the app to work? or is it accessible remotely?

what about using though the pc ? can I use the pc to have the video stored to it ? I would guess I have to use android app to do all the thing with it ? thank for any info

hello, thanks for the video. if i only want to do live monitoring (view from my phone, 2 way communication) and no recording, do i need to buy the subscription ?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Nope! You should be fine.

@ErinLawrence Please do a review of the WYZE CamV3 Pro which just recently released yesterday on Monday 10/24/22 . As of this writing there has yet to be of review of this latest iteration on KZread.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! I’ll put in a request. 😃

Can you view the camera when you're away from home? Had a wifi cam before and could never work out the port forwarding.

@deancollinsdroid

Жыл бұрын

Thats what i want to know eg do you access the camera via app remotely or do you need to port forward via a firewall etc?

Ive been using the pan camera. So when its running neutral theres a blue light. But when someone is watching the video theres a red light that turns on. My red light kept turning on. Someone was watching us remotely. I started to do my research and alot of people have this problem. Its a very easily hacked camera. Other than that its good cam. Just be mindful someone will be watching you.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Yikes!

@ktkt1825

Жыл бұрын

It seems this weak security was an issue with V1- if the network was hacked, access to the camera was possible.

what wifi provider is best for this camera? thanks

Hi! For night vision mode, do you have to have light on for it to work?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

No! 😃

@princessvivianna

Жыл бұрын

@@ErinLawrenceTV So no light for night vision?

Hi I'm in tn & wanted to know can this cam be used to point it to look threw my front window. So I can just set on my window ledge. Just for a little security on who at my door. I'm 71 so trying to keep up with the pace. Thanks . Michael

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

You could definitely do that

I know this isn't what you are reviewing here but I'm looking at the Wyze Cam Outdoor v2 for my parents, as my dad wants a wireless/battery-powered camera with recording & notifications and Wyze seems to be the cheapest option of the well-known/well-reviewed security camera companies. I'm really only familiar with Ring but I don't think he wants to pay the higher prices to buy the Ring prices. So, I am leaning towards Wyze to save him some money.

Hi. Do you know how I can turn off vehicle detection?

Would this work if my phone isn't connected to wifi just data, and be able to watch streamed video to my phone to keep an eye on my dog?

Does the camera notify the app automatically when it starts recording?

@deancollinsdroid

Жыл бұрын

Good question......did you get an answer?

Can we see the live footage remotely on the phone using micro SD card instead of taking the subscription service ?

Which solar panel is compatible with v3?

Hi erin, just wondering how winter went with this camera. From your friend in Toronto

@ErinLawrenceTV

10 ай бұрын

Hi Sammie, I didn’t have this one outside during the winter. I was using it mainly as an indoor camera. But I can try it out this winter. If you’re looking for something very durable for outdoors, I have been using rRng cameras outside in Calgary for many years without any major issues.

My location requires me to hand the camera up side down from ceiling is there a setting on the app to change the orientation thanks in advance

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Good question. In Advanced Settings there is the option to Rotate 180 degrees.

@StingrayLS7

Жыл бұрын

@@ErinLawrenceTV Thank you very much for your reply from Canada cheer's

wow goot joooob

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Where you able to get the cam to attach local time? Mine reads 3-1/2 hours off.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

I didn’t notice! I’ll have to check.

@toaitran6908

Жыл бұрын

Yes. just go into Camera Settings, then Advanced Settings, scroll down to Sync Time, then click Sync.

What security camera do you like the best?

Try to download wyze- says it only needs credit card no# for location it won't bill me? ????nxt

The catch- I had a guy break in and could barely see any identifiable features. Tattoos were blurred. It was just 8-10 ft from the camera. Veery disappointing "HD" it's looks more like resolution at best 360.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Oh that's terrible, sorry to hear that.

Does it work if the power goes off Or If the cord is removed?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

No. It needs power at all times.

I could not connect V3 to my network due to the 5G. Do u have any idea how to trouble shoot this? thanks

@ogadlogadl490

Жыл бұрын

I just used the cable supplied and plugged it into the back of my Wi-Fi port.

They came out a newer model. But how silly it is not V4. Wyze called it a V3 pro and then you got to shell out for money for 5 years! If u do the math, they are not cheap with 6.

How easy is set up to home wifi and cellphone

I didn’t see if you can zoom in or out. And obviously this one can’t rotate, right?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

No zoom. You can rotate 180 degrees

Hi how can I know how many people is conected to my cámara please

If I hang these outside on the soffit of my house will the camera correct itself or will recording be upside down

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 ай бұрын

I can’t remember with this one specifically, but many cameras do you have the option for you to digitally correct upside down framing inside the app.

I want to use it so that I can see my family from another country.

can this work with hotspot?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Not as far as I know. I’ve tried to get other cameras online with hotspots and have never been able to do it.

Wondering why title says “wireless” but this is wired?

@ErinLawrenceTV

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the note! You’re right it should not say wireless. Fixed.

Sometimes I get big gaps when I review play back why????????

I purchased 3 Cams V3 less than two years ago! At the beginning they worked nicely but after several firmware updates now Cams are pretty much useless because they went off line!! I forced flash the firmware to previous versions and finally one of those firmware worked and Cams got back on line but now I have a issue with playback!! Cams shows activity but when I try to watch them I get "Operation failed" error! tried to get support from Wyze so called wizards but all they do cut & paste! So forget about this company! I guess you get what you paid for☹

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

That’s very frustrating. Products shouldn’t brick after two years.

I am not happy because I have 3 cameras error 90 in the same time the rest work. 4 plugs and 2 light bulbs that I can't use because only 4G not 5G connection. No more Wyze for me or my family.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

That's frustrating!

Would I be able to run live video for about 12 hours the purpose of a camera for me is while I'm at work I'm trying to stop catch my dog in the act of pooping in the house and I want to add a voice command for him to stop

Sorry, Curious how much it’s cost?

@timothyvanderschultzen9640

2 жыл бұрын

@josephlemons

2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s around 30 bucks

@richy581

2 жыл бұрын

35

@sengle3

2 жыл бұрын

Erin has a link above.

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

Oops. Did I forget to put that in?

WHY DO I HAVE TO POWER CYCLE THIS CAMERA EVERY SO OFTEN WHEN IT SAYS OFF LINE???????

Q: How did it perform in extremely low temps in winter? (Asking as a fellow Calgarian)

@ErinLawrenceTV

8 ай бұрын

It seems fine actually. Nothing will work below about -32 (even Ring).

The audio playback is awful. I can't understand what is being said even when vouce is 2 ft. from the cameras. I have 4 of the V3 and the audio is low, garbled & lots of white noise in background. My Ring doorbell cam can pick up voices from 75 ft away.

Is this cam American made? Also is it good for home protection? God knows the law works for criminals and against law abiding citizens. awesome video btw

@FacelessAssassin24

Жыл бұрын

Your cell phone is made in China so why does it matter?

Does this camera require Wi-Fi to work?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Hi Rebekah - it does...

Did not show how to pair the camera.

its not “wireless” since it requires a continuous wired plug in for power

Are you a news reporter?

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

I was!

Wow nowadays we pay to be spied on, shouldn't it be free because we pay taxes or subsidized by the government.

I'll tell you what the catch is. The audio quality is horrendous! All of my Wyze Cams v3 have very bad staticky audio and you can't understand a single word.

@kristineb9924

Жыл бұрын

Agree! All 4 of mine have audio issues. They were even replaced under warranty & still same crappy audio.

Doesn't work with Homekit. For me that is a deal breaker.

Water resistant not waterproof....

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

Yes, thanks!

Person detection is worthless! I have 3 of these things. I got a free trial of Cam Plus, and I'm glad I did because it's useless! If I walk out to my car, it doesn't pick me up at all. The video only shows my car pulling out. So if someone was stealing my car, all I would have is a nice video of my car pulling out. Not the person that stole it. It will detect people, but the lag time it takes to do it, makes it worthless. If I walk out to my car as I normally would, and get in, it doesn't detect me at all. Just the car leaving.

Yeah, but will it make my butt look fatter?

@timothyvanderschultzen9640

2 жыл бұрын

Jokes aside, I think I might have to try this product out. Thanks for the great video!

@ErinLawrenceTV

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Useless piece of plastic..Each hour is disconnected wifi although all other devices work perfectly.

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

That's awful.

@ogadlogadl490

Жыл бұрын

They to plug into the ether port on your Wi-Fi box. Had no issues at all

Absolute garbage! I bought 7 Wyze cameras (V3) and every one of them bricked. Customer service is worse than bad. So many hours of my life I'll never get back and no solutions. DON"T BUY!!!

@ErinLawrenceTV

Жыл бұрын

How did they brick? What happened?

@ogadlogadl490

Жыл бұрын

What is “Bricked”

@dee6816

Жыл бұрын

Yea sure, all 7 bricked. You work for Eufy?