Tapo TP-Link C520WS 2K QHD 4MP Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Smart Wi-Fi Camera,IP66 Weatherproof, AI Detection,360° Visual Coverage,Starlight Colour Night Vision, Works with Alexa&Google Home

I did a lot of research(many hours n days) and this is the best selection in the category for the price. Spend a little extra and get this one for what you get in return.Installation:- I have installed it outside my Apartment main door(covered corridor) which receives different amount of lights during various times of the day. The power adapter cord is long and i keep the adapter plugged inside the apartment with the wire going outside through my doorbell drill hole(nobody can cut power supply) The installation was smooth, and easy. You can install it on the wall or ceiling, whichever provides the best view as per your layout. I used a junction box to roll n pack extra wire, and lock the connectors(nobody can disconnect outside).Initial Configuration: Easy through TaPo app. Has a simple guided step by step built in the app.Coverage & View: Provides a broad range- horizontal & vertical, as per specs. Pan & tilt feature is amazing. Can use it live sitting across thousands of kilometeres via the mobile app while watching live feed.Camera Performance- The 2k QHD 25fps picture quality is great, two way communication with speaker and mic are on point, motion detection, person detection are accurate with immediate notifications and very importantly the Tapo App by TP-Link is the best out there amongst all the security camera apps, both in terms of features and ease of use.WiFi Connectivity- This is very important point which people often ignore. My Fast WiFi router is near the apartment main door, and hence 2.4GHz signals are very strong n stable, for optimum performance and interaction through App.Mobile App Performance: The Tapo App by TP-Link is the best out there amongst all the security camera apps, both in terms of features and ease of use. Actually it should be advertised as much as product itself. It is miles ahead.Spotlight: It does a good job.Low light/Night performance- It's low light detection and automatic switching to mode is good.Storage & Recording: I am using "Sandisk 256GB High Endurance Video microSDXC card" with this, for local storage. Important point:- Storage cards for any security cameras are different than one for your mobiles. This one is designed for it.(You can check TP-Link Product page for the list).Updates: Reliable and timely firmware as well as app updates.Other important features: Raise Alarm Feature, Tamper Alarm on detection, pet detection, vehicle detection, Line crossing detection, patrolling mode - the feature list available for this specific camera in TaPo app is amazing. You can choose what you want to enable.Go for it !

---**Review for [C520WS]:**I've been using this camera for 3-4 days now, and I have some insights to share:1. **Storage**: If you’re considering buying this camera, make sure to get a 256 GB SD card. A 128 GB card won’t be sufficient for 7 days of continuous footage. Depending on the level of activity and motion sensing, the camera might stop and loop video recording after 5-6 days.2. **Connectivity**: The camera requires a stable Wi-Fi connection for optimal performance. Without the internet, the camera might get confused at times. However, the video recording quality is excellent with no complaints. The AI tracking and notifications are also very reliable.3. **Power Supply**: The camera needs a 9-volt DC power supply, but you can use a 12-volt 0.5-amp adaptor at your own risk. The Ethernet port is not PoE (Power over Ethernet), and the camera is waterproof. For continuous operation during power cuts, consider using a 9-volt power bank designed for routers, which you can find on Amazon.4. **Features**: All features work well without a Tapo subscription, except for rich notifications, which require a subscription. If you’re looking for a 360-degree outdoor camera, this is an excellent choice. I'm extremely satisfied with it. However, I’m unsure about Tapo’s customer service quality since the nearest service center is 200 km away from my home, and there aren’t many service centers available.5. **Streaming and Audio**: The network connectivity is good, with no delay in live streaming. The sound quality is decent, but the speaker quality is poor—it's almost silent when trying to communicate with others through the camera.6. **Resolution**: The camera comes with a default resolution of 720p, which you can change to 2K for better clarity.7. **Wired Connection**: The camera can work with an RJ45 cable without Wi-Fi, but remember, the Ethernet port is not PoE.Overall, if you need a reliable 360-degree outdoor camera, I highly recommend this one. Despite some minor issues, I’m extremely satisfied with its performance.---