Xiaomi launched in Italy a security camera which seems to come out of a science fiction film and which already we previewed it last year. It has two motorized cameras that move and rotate to cover multiple angles at once and its own operating system. But it's not just about the camera angles: there's much more under the hood.
Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW500 Dual Security Camera Official in Italy
The new Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW500 Dual Camera It is a very unconventional outdoor surveillance camera. If you look closely, it looks more like a small robot than a classic video camera, and if you look closely, that's not even such a wrong impression.
Its strong point is two independent 4 megapixel cameras, capable of recording in 2.5K with fully customizable viewing angles. The first, lower one, is motorized with 355° horizontal rotation and vertical of 95°. The other, the upper one, rotates up to 180 ° horizontally. In practice, they cover everything around them, with the possibility of pointing each lens in different directions.
In addition to the mechanical hardware, however, it is the artificial intelligence that makes the difference: both cameras are capable of detect human movements and presence, which means they can distinguish between a cat taking a walk and a stranger wandering into the garden.
But it doesn't end there. Because even in the dark this security camera is not caught unprepared. Xiaomi has inserted two fill LEDs in each camera, to offer color images even in low-light environments. If that were not enough, there are also two infrared sensors, which ensure clear vision even in complete darkness.
There is no shortage of smart components. In addition to the classic WiFi connection 6 and support Wired Ethernet, this Xiaomi security camera supports HyperOS, Xiaomi's proprietary operating system, designed to best integrate home automation devices with your smartphone. And speaking of home automation, we recommend you take a look at our section of the le smart home offers.
As regards the storage, there are various options: you can register on microSD, but also save movies on a NAS or in the cloud, depending on your preferences and needs.
Price and availability
The Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW500 Dual security camera is available on the official mi.com website, which you can easily reach by clicking or tapping on the box below. Its price is €79,99.
Hi Gianluca. Great product! I would like to buy it, but unfortunately I don't have any electrical points near the installation point. I see that the supply voltage is 12v/1A, do you know if it is possible to power it from a dedicated solar panel (the Xiaomi one doesn't seem powerful enough....) Thank you very much and have a nice day.
Hi Luca, unfortunately I can't give you an answer. This technical aspect is not really my expertise. However, I think any electrician, with the board in front of him, could answer you! 🙂