Light Bulb Camera, wifi with pan and tilt

@samowens You can mount the Camera with base up or down. There is a 180 Flip control to put video in proper viewing position. This product is starting to catch on for a lot of home owners. My video demonstrates fully how to set it up along with using the App for remote viewing from your smartphone. Actually, it is a lot of fun. It will fit into existing light socket with 110 volt. Not weather proof for mounting in weather. More Detail for installing App, click on my other video.
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Chapter Segments
00:00 Introduction
01:37 Mounting Bulb Camera can be mounted up or down. Flip control will put video correct.
05:48 Start Demonstration of loading APP
09:25 Finish App connecting and start demo of camera control and use.
11:41 Demonstrate Motion tracking feature. This does not work well when bulb mounted real high

[@timothygilkerson3994]

I've just entered the realm of door cams. I liked how much I learned which is a lot. Thank you for all the little nuances, like the SD card going in at a slight angle. But this was a great learning exercise and I appreciate your doing it.

[@samowens44]

Thanks Timothy, I appreciate your comments and it is nice to know I was able to present the video in a way you could follow and understand the steps.

[@blueskyluva6702]

They gonna be bored if they watch me! 😂😂

[@eddielai8831]

Thank you Sam, for making us aware of how to use this! Very helpful!

[@samowens44]

@eddielai8831, this Lightbulb Camera is very popular because it can be powered from a light socket. No special wiring. It can also be manually turned for an angle of capture without WiFi and the App for the folks are afraid of being hacked. Eddie you should look at some of my other video about the camera on my youtube camera. I have about 4 or 5 that cover the secrets, the memory card and operation. I discovered more things as time goes on and published what I found. Enjoy the many options of your camera.

[@janetteperez8453]

This was not helpful

[@ericsmith8775]

Thank you! Great video. It was very helpful!

[@HellenKillerProject]

Great job!

[@michaeljimenez239]

I bought this exact camera and use the same app, I use the free SD card it came with and chose to save to SD instead of subscribing to the cloud service, so far no issues.

[@samowens44]

@michaeljimenez239 I sure wished all would read your post. I have been trying to tell folks, that is the best way to use the camera and not use the cloud.

[@ester_22]

Mine didn't come with SD card. And mine doesn't have the code in it.

[@michaeljimenez239]

@@ester_22 I assume the seller you bought it from did not include one. You could have the same model but prob a different seller. Also what code are you referring too?

[@deboragarcia4103]

Your the 😊coolest explain now I’ll try thank u

[@OBjectifsFauneSauvage]

Thank you.

[@sandras940]

Thank you

[@lynnburroughssimmers1430]

I agree with you on that. The words ARE TO SMALL.

[@palimosngpagibig]

Acknowledge Uncle Sam, big help for us God bless .

[@samowens44]

@Doobie thanks for your comment.😀

[@brianconwell2610]

I like this guyq

[@andrerichison4426]

Sam, you are great! I was stressed about these cameras. I purchased four of them! I have struggled to hook them up with no success but now I will use your video. Thank you. The seller I used does NOT issue refunds, that also added to my stress. I wonder if I can use the led light more often than not with the camera? Maybe press the light button like you showed and leave it on? These little cameras are taking up a spot for an outside light or flood light at our house so light is needed. I bet the led light comes on when there is motion but that is not all the time. You are the best source of info on these cameras on the web.

[@samowens44]

@Andre Richison thanks for comment. The light can be turned on I don’t know how long it will stay on, have not used it that way. Try it. It does not come on wit motion detection.

[@sunnykim800]

Thank you for the very helpful and detailed video instructions. How do you set up the tracking?

[@samowens44]

In the upper right of camera view, click on the little gear symble. That is the settings tab. Look for Motion detection and click it on. You can set low to high sensor. I go for medium.

[@sunnykim800]

@@samowens44 I appreciate your immediate responsive instruction, it worked. Thank you so much, I know how much time and effort it takes to make videos and your video has great content, clear concise instructions with information posted within your video. I'm also looking up videos on how to install the socket, I love the way you attached the socket to an extension cord. Best wishes in your continued help to the public.

[@reginaflynn2622]

Thank you for this video - I am wondering if you will do a follow up in a few months to let folks know if it lasted outside of the warrantee period?

[@samowens44]

So far after a month working fine. I did delete the cam from the app and reset the cam back to factory settings by pushing the reset button next to memory card. A little hole is reset. I reloaded the whole camera and connected back to app and Wi-Fi. I did a video of that and it is on my KZbin channel. So you can do it if things don’t seem right.

[@eleanormassaro5195]

And also, I’m curious if the light part burns out like a normal lightbulb would, how do you replace that on this particular lightbulb?

[@maritzajohnson5302]

If a memory card is installed a subscription will still be necessary to keep it working?

[@ester_22]

Does the company see everything in your house also through the app?

[@johnmann5232]

Nice job on the demo of the unit. It would of been helpful to see how to put the sd card into the unit

[@samowens44]

@johnmann5232 I do cover showing memory card insertion. It is in video title Light Bulb Camera questions and answers. On my KZbin channel. Search @samowens for my KZbin.

[@pinkdiamonddiva317]

If I add the camera to a double socket with a light bulb would it work or throw off the motion sensor?

[@laszlonemet4425]

I assume every wifi cam has similar or the same features and handling /manual May you please explain about requirements .. and setting differences, the signals' way in the web system? I have HD IOT cam with USB., ROUTER or NET optionally, at this time.

[@TheHeat55]

Any idea if this will work during Canadian winter ? If you want to access your recorded video remotely do you have to pay monthly fees for cloud access ? Thank's Sam, good job.

[@samowens44]

I do not use the cloud. I just pull the memory card.

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Also sir, what size SD card did you put in there. It looks smaller than the normal SD card that I’m used to working with

[@samowens44]

@@eleanormassaro5195 the memory card is the microSDXC. They are most popular for cameras. I use a 64 GB size. Also, if anything happens,there is no fixing the cam. Just get another. They are around $30.

[@joejohnson2478]

@@eleanormassaro5195 Read my comment BUYER BEWARE as to why I'd avoid purchasing it.

[@assermchomvu3702]

American power is 110-120 does it work in220

[@Kimberlycline-cf8lt]

How do you pull up your cameras on The Ready Set where do I go get them back up there are in the footage where did it go

[@vern2408]

My panorama camera motion detector does not work unless I use it manually. Thank you for letting me know that the SD card has a slight angle.

[@jeanlukeskye]

where did you get the SD and what size. the slot is too small for the ones that I have for my game cameras

[@michaelreynolds759]

The bulb (in all pictures) is always pointed to use it downward. Will it also work ok in a socket that points up but has a cover over the socket. House outside lights. What does one miss by not taking the subscription?

[@samowens44]

You can mount the cam up or down. In the main view screen on app is a tilt 180 degree correction control. Upper right hand area. The cloud subscription gives more video viewing options.

[@imanutnur7]

The app allows reversing up or down of the camera

[@samowens44]

Yes, I did discover that after the video was made. I did place a notice in the description to indicate mounting up or down is ok.

[@rocko553]

Hi Sam what sd card did you end up getting , thanks

[@samowens44]

I have a number of 64gig mem card. I am not not picky on brand. The camera will work up to 128gig. Mem card. Good luck.

[@bill830pc8]

Thanks for the informative video. One question, is there a subscription that one has to pay?

[@samowens44]

@bill830pc8 you do not have to buy a cloud subscription. It is only offered and gives you more video options for viewing. You can operate the camera for free and capture video.

[@RGF19651]

@@samowens44however if you want to be able to access the camera live from a remote location (which most users would want to be able to do) you need to have Wi-Fi tuned on and to do this you need to purchase a subscription. Secondly there is no mention of their cloud subscription providing end to end encryption, or if the microphone can be accessed by a hacker to “listen in”:

[@samowens44]

@@RGF19651 First, I have been using my camera since July and have not had to subscribe to the cloud service. It is offered, I decline. My camera works just fine and I can remotely access it any time I have the WIFI on. I block block wifi to my camera most times. I only turn it on when I want to change the direction of mount, from up to down or back. You have to have wifi to flip the video that is captured. When I block the WIFI, the camera will capture 24 hours continues video in segments of selected time files. You can not control the cam tilt or pan without WIFI, but you can manually twist the cam in the direction you want, vertical or horizonal. I use the cam for viewing the sky, my yard, animals on the ground or in the trees. You can have a lot of interesting fun with these cams. When I want to move the cam remotely with App, I turn on the WIFI move the cam and turn it off. As far as Microphone, the way I use the cam it can not be a problem. Watch my lates video, Light Bulb Cam Operation Q and A

[@samowens44]

I address this in my latest video, Light Bulb Camera operation Q and A Check it out on my KZbin Channel.

[@dellathoma5671]

I had to buy "cloud" storage for both my bulb camera's at 14.99 a month. It will let you connect up to 5 camera's. I've got them going on the inside of my house for the set up process---but I live in Iowa and right now our temps are at 0...Can I use this still? I have a hanging down type of back porch light that's covered...just don't know about the temps and there is no information.

[@samowens44]

@dellathoma5671, You are not required to buy Cloud Storage, it just gives you more video viewing options. Now, the camera mounted on your porch and next to the house gives the area a much higher temp due to the heat from you home. I found by searching internet the range is 0 C which is 32 f to 113 f. The cam is under a porch and next to house, this is a warmer place than way out from house. The heat in your house will put the outside of your house at a higher temp. Put a thermometer near the light and see what the temp really is for the Cam. Good luck.

[@CtTrammell]

You can put it in a lamp and go to the settings and flip the video .

[@jveve]

Granpa will I be able to delete the footage stored in memory card from app or not?

[@samowens44]

@Just Vlog Everythiing, yes, with memory card in computer, delete away. I do it all the time. The camera will write over the oldest files when the card fills up from recording, so you don't have to delete.

[@graftedinforever971]

How do I set the camera to "zero" so that "home" isn't with the camera facing the wall. I have it screwed I to my porch light socket.

[@samowens44]

@graftedinforever. Turn the bottom part of cam to position you want to zero to. Hold the part that goes into base. You can also move cam up or down same way.

[@skblack5050]

Is it required to use a cell phone to operate this? To change settings, to mover it's rotation, etc. Can what is done on your cell phone be done on a desk top PC?

[@samowens44]

No, it only works with the App on your Cell phone. You have no options to download the app to a PC. The only way to operate the camera is through the App.

[@Bigway59]

It works with an iPad, should work with lap top or pc also.

[@SamsoftsCode]

Does the camera have inbuilt battery incase of power outage or it works only when connected to electricity?

[@Kimberlycline-cf8lt]

No they run off power

[@Kimberlycline-cf8lt]

Light sockets outside front and back door there are I can't see anything

[@Kimberlycline-cf8lt]

Call my cell phone

[@68nitrostang]

Do you need wi fi at home to use this or does it pair to. Phone

[@samowens44]

You meet the Yi Lot app on your cell phone and link your Wi-Fi router to the app and camera. Once set up you can use it without Wi-Fi to capture video and view video from card placed in computer.

[@mandelsonff648]

hello I can not associate my camera and my phone, how to proceed?

[@johnniemoore8419]

Sam, I’m having problems making my camera. It doesn’t have a code on the camera or connect to the camera. If you understand what I’m saying I need help.

[@samowens44]

@Johnniemoore8419, I know if you are not familiar with setting up devices it can be a challenge. I have several video that explain the operation and setup of the Light Bulb Camera. Here is my playlist of all the video I created to help folks like you that have problems. kzbin.info/aero/PL-ycvkaR8LuutTsXCDRt-ih6zGMg1G35U&jct=aVsTBhWKs03zfegdGoIezl6LDAdSLQ

[@mickthompson1288]

What App is best for this Camera?? or what was the app that you used?

[@samowens44]

YI Iot is the only app that works with the bulb cam I show.

[@user1.8.2.]

Is this the same one that you did the other video on once you made your duscovery?

[@samowens44]

Yes, same camera.

[@user1.8.2.]

@@samowens44 can u tell me the name of it...the Amazon link sent me to an unavailable product. I really need to be able to use it without wifi.

[@samowens44]

@@user1.8.2. Here is the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5OyiImBqqh0nMU Here is another link to video I show how to view the memory card captured video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4vEn2h_pN51d6s Now you can enjoy your camera with just how to use it without wifi Now you do need to use wifi to set the camera up in the beginning.

[@garymartz4899]

All mine kept saying from power on is...looking for connection. No matter what I did. Just kept saying that. After a couple of hours I threw it in the trash.

[@mewburnhumphrey446]

Continuing. Can't get past Register. Try to set up again and the chime doesn't play to start the setup again. The unit dies. The BCCA....................... tag never comes back.

[@tbird4a]

you forgot a couple tidbits friend; requires a subscription & the company keeps your data(vids) is in the TOS fine print

[@jamesbronson3347]

Can you mount the device pointing up instead of down. My porch light bulb installs with the bulb pointing up, not down.

[@samowens44]

@jamesbronson2247, yes you can mount upside down and the video will be upside down, but, you have an option on the the main screen of the App upper right hand side to turn the video over 180 degrees. I use this option all the time.

[@jamesbronson3347]

@@samowens44 thank you! Happy Thanksgiving

[@zaz4667]

5:30 when you sign up do you have to put your router password into the app so the cameras have access to the wifi? How does that part work? Is that the software password? Or do you have a original password for the app and put in the router password in a different area of the app?

[@samowens44]

@Za Z. You are using the Wi-Fi password for your router to sign the app into your router.

[@ivansepulveda854]

Come over here Chris. let me show you what a light bulb can do, wow that's on cunning

[@ivansepulveda854]

Awsome video my good men!!

[@mlynettepinky595]

I just got on from Walmart the other day for $23.00 I got one for my front porch Is it anyway to make the light brighter. It is so dim. I change the lighting to color and that didn't work. It's dim and at night you can't really see anything when you go outside or on when you check your phone through the camera If I can't get the light any brighter I was thinking just drill it like you did, and put it next to my porch light, but then I would need some kind of power for it to work outside. Any suggestions would be appreciated

[@samowens44]

@MLynette Pinky, I hope you are just being funny or if you are serious, I am going to explain the Light Bulb Camera features. I primary feature is to capture video and can track motion when motion feature is set in the settings. It has inferred lighting for night video capture. It does have a bright light that you can activate to light up the area, or have it to come on automatic is an alert is triggered. The light I featured may be different than the one you got from Walmart, mine does not have any colored light settings. Anyway, it is not the correct product if you want to use it as a night light for your front porch. I suggest you take it back and get a regular light bulb to use for proper lighting that you state you want. Thanks for commenting.

[@samuelcarter4831]

Pinky do you have to pay any subscriptions?

[@boriskusovski7659]

How do you turn on the camera to activate on motion?

[@samowens44]

It is done in the settings. You need to find the setting button and there you will find all the controls. My video really show this.

[@Amberdogproductions]

Did it stop working unless you buy a subscription? I've been hearing these stop unless you buy an expensive subscription

[@samowens44]

No there are no demands for subscriptions or even the cloud service. I have had mine since July and I just use it with no demands with anything. I don't know where these hearings are coming from.

[@joysr3380]

Sir moton dectct alarm in it I don't know india

[@patsyvelasquez2831]

My camera it set up. But will not work with the light sucket. Only work with the wall plug.Help

[@samowens44]

The light socket must have power. Test with light bulb.

[@milagrosruiz-taylor3677]

Can you remove the sd card and view the info stored on it on your pc / laptop?

[@samowens44]

Yes you can view the video files. I have a video demonstration of that. Look at my channel to find.

[@paulwalker6248]

Thanks Sam, my camera keeps saying SD card removed then inserted every 5 minuits , how do I solve this please ?

[@samowens44]

Try removing power. Or unscrew camera. The power up, should reboot. Make sure mem card is seated properly.

[@laszlonemet4425]

Sorry, what dousit mean and require to 'CREATE AN ACCOUNT',(to get it straight). , same for 'file read/write? (a req. on my app.) (my cam. has no real manual)

[@samowens44]

There is an app that is required to work with the camera. All apps need to create an account. That does not mean a credit card is needed. You need to create a user name and password. If you have not worked with creating an app account, get someone to help you.

[@laszlonemet4425]

@@samowens44 I don't even come to the step to 'create' anything. What is to do? Insert an SD? which reaction to come? What to apply what to switch, when? SAY IT! sadly spoken I have no idea about webspeak, and no one with a brains around. and only a few icons for manual. The app writes four requirements:web, files, location and one,...

[@razony]

Hi Sam, enjoyed your video. I have a problem. I have the app on my phone, I turn on the camera but my link from wifi tells me I'm not connected and can't add my camera. What am I doing wrong. Thanks much for your help.

[@samowens44]

Look on my youtube channel for my other 2 video, I cover in detail the adding of the camera. One is secrets of Bulb Camera and the other is operating the App for Bulb Cameras

[@razony]

@@samowens44 thanks

[@razony]

@@samowens44 I'm looking at what kind of SIM card I need for this bulb camera.

[@samowens44]

@mbmv22 my Amazon storefront link is amazon.com/shop/samowens My youtube channel shortcut is @samowens44

[@douglasjames4733]

I gave up on mine. I looked at what was supposed to be it’s “IUD” It wasn’t . So now it goes in the trash with two other ones.

[@JZ-og3zk]

When my camera tracks motion, the gimbal can only move left and right, but not up and down. Any idea why?

[@samowens44]

@user-gn5ts7yb9t tracking right and left is the design of the camera, people move left and right and no need to track up and down.😀

[@mireyadominguez7466]

Me abrieron por 15 minutos y se desconectaron, las cámaras están en redes guardadas, cómo las regreso a la principal de wifi, porque ya no me quieren abrir

[@teemigo6921]

How do you make the floodlights work

[@samowens44]

There is a flashlight icon to the right of the App camera view screen. Tap on it and you will see auto, open and close. Click on open. To turn off, click on close.

[@20e56]

THANK YOU! QUESTION WHEN I PLUG MY CAMERA IN IT SCANS AROUND THEN ASK ME TO PLEASE CONFIGURE THE NET WORK. I KNOW JUST ABOUT NOUGH ABOUT THIS KIND OF THING TO KNOW I KNOW NOTHING AT ALL. HELP PLEASE!

[@samowens44]

20e56, it is hard to help you as there are so many things that need to be checked. Let me start by saying you have to follow the instruction in the user manual for setting up the camera. One is you have to connect the camera to the app. Then you have to connect the app and camera to your wifi network. Your cell phone has to be on the same network. You have to set your phone to your wifi router in the settings. If you don't do this, you will be on the cellular network and you will not be able to control the camera. The instruction walk you through downloading the app then you have to follow what it tells you. One part is it says to point your phone up to the camera, well the app hooks into your camera and sets it to record the QR code that will be present in your phone. If you did not do all this, then get some help as I would never be able to walk you through it with messages. This all requires a good knowledge of working with apps and connecting to a network. Good luck.

[@samowens44]

Did you watch my video, I really show you just how to do all of what I told you. You should watch again and follow the instruction as I am doing in the video. This is the only way you are going to get this to work.

[@20e56]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR VIDEOS. I DID FINALLY GET IT TO WORK. MY COMPUTER WAS TO OLD SO I HAD TO GET IT ON MY NEWER IPAD. AND I DIDN'T HAVE A SMART PHONE.

[@jamesphelps1678]

I got my light bulb camera 2 months ago with a 512gb SD card & only 19% has been stored on it. It has stopped recording. Shouldn't it still keep recording video or have I got to subscribe to the cloud?

[@samowens44]

@jamesphelps1678 The light bulb camera WiFi outdoor supports a maximum of 128G Micro SD card

[@chrinamint]

That wiring is the part I was hoping to see and you skipped it! LOL! Someone said you could hook it up to a battery as well if you didn't want to mess with your house electric wiring. Have you tried that? I want to hook another one up but don't have any more light sockets available. I thought I could try the wiring bit...but I don't know exactly how to go about that. I know you have to turn the circuit breaker off tho! ;o)

[@samowens44]

@chrinamint here is a simple answer to your need for a light socket that you can mount and cord and plug are attached. The socket base type is called E26. You can search for other types of sockets and pick what works. Here is link to one I suggest on Amazon. amzn.to/3JBPMly

[@chrinamint]

@@samowens44 they sent one with me with each of my light bulb cameras that I bought but there were no instructions on how to use that part. The little instruction thing only talked about setting the camera up with the app and everything. All these people that are splitting wires and hooking them on there I don't know about that kind of stuff.

[@samowens44]

Just go to KZbin. Com and search for how to wire a E26 light bulb socket. You will find what you are looking for.

[@DeeDee-mi1xh]

Hi Mr. Sam, I have a question? I'm looking at your page Trying to install the camera light bulb. Upon following your steps as I scan the QR Code it's coming up in Chinese language. How do I change the language to English can you give me a little assistance? I'm not sure what state that you're located in I'm in New Jersey and I wanted to know how do I change the setting ? If you're able to get back to me I'm trying to install at the present moment. My time right now is 8:52 PM I'm not sure of the difference in time zone. ? Or if anybody else on Mr. Sam's page know how to change the setting upon me trying to install camera light bulb which is what hes advertising I will greatly appreciate any type of help or feedback

[@samowens44]

Just go to your App Store on your Phone and look up the Yi Lot App and download, should be in English.

[@bradleymadosh911]

How do i get the camera to go to motion detector so it fallows people. I have to move mine my self

[@samowens44]

You need to go to settings to find motion detection and turn it on. At top right click on gear icon.

[@bradleymadosh911]

Thank you for answering my question

[@stevenw4549]

I saw another video where a guy had a similar unit that after a few days it cut off from his Wi-Fi and he had to buy a subscription to keep it working. Had to agree to their terms and he said to read the whole thing because he found out they can keep your data. I hope this one doesn't do this to you.

[@samowens44]

I have had mine since July and have used it with motion detection without Wi-Fi connection. No cloud just the cam. Have not had anything to happen.

[@stevenw4549]

@@samowens44 Ok, that's good to hear. Maybe I will get one of that brand then. Some are honest and some are crooks. Thanks for your reply.

[@stevenw4549]

@@samowens44 That item is no longer available I just found out. It was cheap too. Only $19. 😒

[@samowens44]

The video sett can be set to record all the time or only when motion is detected. I set mine to all the time. When I want to see video for a certain time period, I pull the memory card and look for the time period. To move through video quickly, just click on play cursor for video and drag at a faster speed than regular play. Amazing how fast you can look at 4 hours of video like that. Good luck. Use the Wi-Fi connection when it is just watching your house and not you.

[@stevenw4549]

@@samowens44 It's no longer available on Amazon.

[@teresacrockett7015]

What is the App? I do not have the papers or the QR code. I was hoping you would tell me the app name. Oh well back to searching again

[@samowens44]

@teresacrockett7015 the app is Yi Lot

[@jimmybeale6861]

I bought 2 of them. One would not setup even though I can see image with direct connection. So, 50/50. Guess I'll go back to table or wall mounted.

[@tayro7265]

If you take another look at the mounting base it says 220v.

[@samowens44]

@tayro yes and it shows a range of 110 _ 220V. A lot of products have a voltage regulator that allow for a range of operating voltage. Other countries have 220V as household voltage.

[@tayro7265]

@@samowens44 Yea well running 220 v mains in a cheap Chinese toy... So I gutted mine and found you can remove the power supply board, mains lead and use it's low v wiring. Run the 5v low wires to an S2 LiPo charger/5v buck converters output. Connected the S2 boards input to a barrel connector. Pulled the lower motor out and ground down the plastic shaft it mated with. Drilled holes to bolt the ears of the motor to. Then made a shaft that I epoxied in the Edison connector to remount the now upside down motor on and fixed the two batts and charger to the body of the motor. The barrel connector comes out the side of the camera mount and the lower motor can now spin in an endless circle. I fill it's safer maybe more versatile. Planning to run the numbers on the chips and see if I can make it do what I want it to do instead of what China hoped it would do. Wish me luck. Or IDK do you have any advice? Is it possible to flash from mem card? If you know how it would help. BTW If it matters my preferred language is C++ Ubuntu. Lets make Chinese garbage usable.

[@samowens44]

@@tayro7265 great detail for your redesign of the lightbulb Cam. Good luck on getting it to perform for you.

[@user-sc3ty1ug5c]

I am trying to set up my camera using my android phone. None of the tutorials match. What do I do.

[@samowens44]

I am sorry, that is like asking me your car does not start and you have a KIA! I just can not begin to know how to help you. Watch my video and tell me a area that fails or something that I can give you information from that point. Good luck, I really would like to help.

[@journeymusic]

Subscription?????

[@patpzdyn9479]

Can't mine to work

[@marcossandoval396]

that camera aint no good look at the fine print folks they keep all your data i advise you not to put it in your bedroom and the rates are high its bad very bad i got rid of all of mine theres other cameras that are better do the reseach people bad. bad bad this product

[@alphagt62]

Use an SD card and don’t use their cloud.

[@pam190]

Thanks bc they make it appear so good. ✅

[@gabrielvillegas5508]

Yes, they keep your data but only if you get the subscription. To avoid that just a an SD card

[@androsRoccha]

I’ve heard it cuts the app function after trial and it only works again with a subscription. So it’s not about using their cloud.

[@gabrielvillegas5508]

The best solution is to stay out of it.

[@michaelpalus7929]

They don't tell that there's an expensive connect charge to keep it up and working..

[@katherinemckinney2915]

On the Light Socket camera? My emails bounced back as a fake site.

[@possumdan1]

what brand is this?

[@samowens44]

Go to my description for my video and there is a link to the product.

[@amazingdeeds30]

Does it work with 220 v

[@samowens44]

It will work on any voltage between 120 V to 240 Volts.

[@brucequintana6619]

I do good until it comes to scanning the camera, and it doesn't work. I am trying to widen my zoom. Very frustrating.

[@samowens44]

@brucequintana6619, yes, it does seem that the camera does not want to easily capture code. I found, move around to different lighting conditions, then you move the camera in and out twisting as you move in in and out. It may take several attempts, but you will get it soon, just try other areas, too much light I found causes trouble. Good luck, I know you will get it now! I am with you!!

[@CtTrammell]

He made that seem way more complicated that it really is.....

[@lynnmallery5385]

What is the software need to record and store to a home computer instead of the cloud

[@samowens44]

Just remove the memory card and put it in your computer memory card reader slot. You can view your video.

[@lynnmallery5385]

@@samowens44 I was told by Keilini that I could have the data saved directly to my computer without the SD memory card. I cannot find the software nor the directions to match the camera to my computer. Iaasume it would be done via my home wifi?

[@samowens44]

@@lynnmallery5385 The App YI Lot is the control software for the Camera. It is the only thing other than the memory card that will capture and store video. It is just easy to put the Memory card in your computer and view the video. You can do that without using wifi or the app.

[@StellarJay77]

The camera is wifi connected. A company locking out or making it extremely convoluted if not impossible to use your own NAS storage for video footage and pushing you instead to use their own overpriced cloud solution that states right in their agreement that they get to keep your data is super scummy. Plus this is a smart lightbulb making it super easy to steal means if you don't use the cloud you lose any recordings on the device. And who wants to have to go out to collect the SD card every so often if the camera is installed in a hard to reach place to prevent it getting stolen? this is a big nope from me for purchasing.

[@lauriepoulin5891]

How can you get the SD card to stay, please?

[@samowens44]

Push in and it will pop loose and come out.

[@jerryfrancis4566]

Can the can work with out wifi

[@samowens44]

Yes, but first you must use wifi to set the camera up then you can disconnect and set to record all the time. You can not control the movement without wifi. You can move the camera by hand if you want to change the view.

[@samueljiya7598]

Which of the app do I use for scanning and should I do this before downloading the app

[@samowens44]

YI Iot App

[@samueljiya7598]

Did you mean YI App

[@samowens44]

@@samueljiya7598 YI IoT

[@IsoU235]

My micro SD card fell into the inner guts of the camera! (There is a gap between the card holder and the camera, so be careful). I was able to retrieve the SD card by removing the three little screws and opening it up. (Cool tech inside). Anyway, it's working now.

[@deniselayton5368]

I'm trying to figure out the correct way to put in the SD card

[@deniselayton5368]

What direction do you install the SD cars I want to do it correctly.

[@IsoU235]

Gold pins facing down and towards the base of the camera. It will only 'click-in' one way. Although it does take a precise touch using your fingernail (or other tool) to get the card in deep enough to engage the locking mechanism.

[@d.morris9313]

Sam, my camera is not rotating, how can this be resolved?

[@samowens44]

@d.Morris9313 first have your camera close to your Wi-Fi router. See if you can control the camera rotation and control up and down. If it works, your camera does not receive a strong enough signal. This camera needs to be within 30 feet or less for good control. Also, the more walls and obstacles the signal goes through, you will have operational control issues. I use a Wi-Fi extender to give a better camera performance. You link the extender to your Wi-Fi signal an place the extender close to camera. That will extend the 30 ft to 60 ft range. If this is not the problem get the cam close to the Wi-Fi and reset up camera.

[@juniourmasika460]

How many kilometers away can you monitor the house

[@samowens44]

You can control the camera anywhere you have an internet Wi-Fi. You are using an app that the camera is connected to. When you use your phone withe the app, you are linked together thru the internet.

[@thomasbuss7671]

Anywhere in the world as long as you have internet and/or cellular coverage. When I am nowhere near any wifi, I just use my cellphone data to access the internet. :)

[@texaslookout5382]

Question 1. If power goes off do you have to reprogram everything?

[@samowens44]

No reprogram needed. The app is the program the camera connects by Wi-Fi. That happens automatically when power comes on.

[@patgarganese3473]

Where do you get the card

[@samowens44]

Memory cards at the Micro type. Amazon, Walmart, drug stores and any place just about. You will need to go into settings of the cam to format the card.

[@frankreynolds7957]

My camera did not come with instructions. I do not have a QR code and can’t seem to find the app for my IPhone. Can anyone help me? Thank you.

[@samowens44]

@Frankreynolds7957, first, all cameras, should have a OR code on the base of the camera. If you do not have one, there is no way I know to link the camera to the app. The App is Yi Lot Good Luck. When you find the App, you will follow instruction in app, at one point it will ask access to your camera, say yes, then it will tell you to point your phone at the camera with the view of your camera, look for the QR code on camera and let phone camera see it. You will hear some beeps and connection is made. Just that easy, then follow rest of App directions.

[@dalehammond1749]

any monthly charges if you don't use the cloud?

[@samowens44]

No, you do not have to buy into the cloud, it is an option that is offered.

[@evolveus277]

What is its coverage distance?

[@dalegray3188]

Start reading the instruction and the contract you might be surprised what you find out about it. You could end up being charged a bunch of money to use it and they get to keep your data

[@samowens44]

@Dale Gray, thanks for your comments. I have had my camera for a few months now and have not had any problems. I use it with my Wi-Fi disabled for access to camera. I don't turn my whole WiFi off, only access for the camera. The camera will record video outside my house and store on memory card. If I want to control or control the camera, I turn on Wi-Fi and turn it off when I don't care about controlling the position of cam view. I have had no charges or contact from the company about charges. No I do not sign up for cloud services. I would never do that as they have access to your info. My camera is safe for me the way I use it. I only have my camera monitoring the outside of my house, not my bedroom, bathroom or any of the private areas of inside my house. I think that is what most people are afraid of hackers viewing their privacy. The cloud is another place to say away from and you do not require it to use the camera. Hope my experience will help folks understand the range of uses and security you can use and have fun with this camera. It tracks cars going down the street and people walking. The fun camera I have owned.

[@AlanDeRossett]

we run on our own FOG network no access to the cloud is needed.

[@JamesLesnar-sw3bx]

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[@JamesLesnar-sw3bx]

Yes

[@JamesLesnar-sw3bx]

Ok​@@AlanDeRossett

[@ester_22]

Mine didn't come with an SD card and doesn't have a number/code in it. Strange...

[@samowens44]

Most cameras like this do not come with memory card. The code you need to connect app to camera is QR code on base of cam. In the app instructions you are directed to point cell phone cam toward QR code.

[@paulettesmith532]

Please can you do a video on .if you change password .what to do to connect the camera back online

[@samowens44]

Yes I will work on that. Thanks for comment.

[@joejohnson2478]

BUYER BEWARE! What you fail to mention in your video is that after a few days of free security service provided from the installed camera and app it will cease working until you purchase a costly subscriptin to continue using the camera. The company, according to its terms agreement in the contract, is allowed to keep all of the secured data, VIDEO and AUDIO, that the camera has captured. Knowing that would you install one of these cameras inside your home with the provided base?

[@StellarJay77]

Not only this, which is a major 'hidden' cost and security risk, but what's stopping some thief from just walking up and unscrewing the camera and stealing the whole camera. There's a reason other security camera companies secure the camera with security or hidden screws and bolts.

[@joejohnson2478]

@@StellarJay77 That's true also!

[@joejohnson2478]

@@StellarJay77 That's true. Even if there wasn't any hidden costs or the socket is so high up that a thief would need a ladder to steal it. You would be losing that socket to a light bulb source which is why the socket was put there in the first place. That camera is a very poor substitute as a light source.

[@RL_Stine_88]

@@joejohnson2478 A camera is a poor substitution for a light source... Good thing this thing has a row of bright LED lights surrounding the gtont of the camera haha

[@AlanDeRossett]

Not true with our 10 cameras but we do not connect to the cloud and use it on our own Fog network. no subscriptions are needed.

[@cruisinlowboostin6988]

does it have cloud storage

[@samowens44]

Yes it has cloud storage.

[@AbrarShariffMohammed]

What app is it?

[@samowens44]

@AbrarShariffMohammed, I have stated the app many times in all of my videos. I will not answer questions that the answer is clearly stated in my video. You must view my video and watch all the way thru. I cover the most detail of anyone about the Light Bulb Camera. Look at all of my video about the cam on my youtube channel. All of the answers are there to see and hear. Sorry, I get a lot of these questions, I am now just referring to my video.

[@Joe.T.Massey]

I don't own a Iphone, will it work with a laptop??

[@samowens44]

No, it only works with the app on a smartphone. Sorry.

[@Joe.T.Massey]

Thank you very much. :(@@samowens44

[@toli2270]

There’s nothing to lock it in place u can remove it like a light bulb, wats the point?

[@JamesJones-vp5fq]

Can’t get mine to work 😡

[@lauriepoulin5891]

Another issue. I can't get it to reconnect to my wifi.

[@samowens44]

Unscrew the bulb from the power socket and reinstall. This will recycle the cam.

[@mariabauer1526]

I have tried numerous times connecting this camera, mine I think is a dud ones, it does not move, does not tilt but makes the sounds and the lights flashes, had to delete and download the apps a few times and enter the id, to no avail 🤔, once I have put in details of wifi as such, tries to connect but has to go to register and I tried to tap, it says invalid 🤔🤔 I thought once you download the app it will tell you to register but it did not, what am I doing wrong 😑😑🤔🤔

[@peaceman4657]

I believe it's a scam company. I ordered some myself and trying to get a refund with no avail. They don't answer email or phone. So I'm reporting them as a scam to my credit card company!

[@melyndazeek7407]

can someone tell me what the app. is that you use. my camera does not have the paperwork with it so i dont have a qr code to scan. what is the name of the app

[@melyndazeek7407]

ok i see he did put the app info. but i cant get the camera to scan the qr code. what can i do

[@samowens44]

App is Yi lot

[@melyndazeek7407]

@@samowens44 i found that part in your video but i cant get the security camera to scan the qr code. is it supposed to have a red light or something? it is flashing the blue lights inside and it makes the noises like yours does but when it tells me to have the camera scan the code it does nothing

[@samowens44]

Make sure your camera and cell phone are on the same wiFi. If cellphone is on Cellular data it will not connect. I think this may be the problem. Good luck.

[@melyndazeek7407]

@@samowens44 no they were on the same wifi. i dont have any data mins. onmy tracfone. thanks for trying. god bless

[@larrykirby5036]

Mine isn't tracking

[@mamambootybootybooty]

Mine has a good picture but alerts me when there is no motion but doesn’t alert me when there is motion. I get multiple alerts for no reason but when someone comes to my door, no alert. What gives?

[@samowens44]

Go to settings and look at sensitivity setting. Change the settings and test for results.

[@mamambootybootybooty]

@@samowens44 Thanks so much for responding so quickly! I did adjust the settings from high, medium and low. No change noticed 🙁

[@samowens44]

Turn motion detection off, wait a few min then turn back on. If this does not work you could try resetting your camera and set up again.