Motorola Focus66 Wi-Fi Home Surveillance Security Camera Review - Compared to DLink and Belkin

[@vernaklein2685]

I bought 2 of these last year on Black Friday at Walmart ($99) for 2 and really like them. I did want to mention that I AM able to record events on my iPhone not in the cloud. I did not have to pay a fee.

[@JohnBrown-CRSI]

Can you use this with iSpyConnect security software (can you access it via local IP or must you go to their website)? Does it support MJPEG? Can you load your own sound files? If it is usable with iSpyConnect, there could be rules set up to play a particular audio file if there was motion in a specified portion of the field of view.

[@bagushibrida9274]

I just bought it, but the camera can't pair to wifi. It always failed when i try to pair

[@rootsyn]

You can use this camera with ispyconnect open source software to capture video for free, so you use a home server with ispyconnect on it and it will record locally to your server and then you can set ispyconnect to upload to your ftp/ cloud server... for free instead of the extortion from hubble

[@trentcofaxmtg7501]

Steve Mc this is exactly what I'd like to do with mine . Do you know if it works with a wd networked home cloud?

[@lizweber14]

Thank you

[@e-tronicsystems3064]

Thanks dude. Hubble connect is a scam

[@Audiyoda]

I agree with you on the camera, we disagree on the software. While Hubble is decent enough and has a good UI, there are software options out there that allow substantially more than Hubble to the advanced user. But there is absolutely no way to connect to these cameras (or other Motorola IP cameras) with these third party options. Hey, I get it - Motorola wants a good users experience with these cameras - and Hubble provides that. But there should be an option to use other software options - and until that happens, calling this camera a IP camera is misleading.

[@melonie2480]

Unplugged and move one of the cameras. Since I re plugged in it has yet to record and work correctly. Tried everything to get it back on track and nothing!

[@hallmonitor98]

does it work on 3rd party apps?

[@coltzin05]

What wifi camera would you recommend for monitoring your pet while not home? I don't want to use a 3rd party subscription. Someone hacking into my camera is something I do not want to happen. Thanks

[@comicbookprodigy995]

+SEAhawksALLday Ryan Did you find a decent one? I bought this thinking I would be able to monitor my dogs while at my job and I couldn't get the feed to connect outside of my house. And now I find out you have to pay to get notifications through a subscriptions? Pathetic junk for $80!

[@dainbigler6921]

You said that you can see the camera when you are not connected to the same Wifi is that right? I am looking to purchase one for my baby monitor but I want to be able to see the camera when I am not at home.

[@915Mang]

Nice Lon, Ive been looking for something like this. Did you do a review of the Foscam? Thanks

[@915Mang]

***** Thanks Lon, I'll be tuned in. I like that you tell the truth about things! Keep up the nice work!

[@CowboyErik1]

Does your router at home have to be secure rather than OPEN to setup? I get to setup with Android, see's camera, then when selecting camera's wifi, my neighbors show up but not my home network, which is open.

[@itchyandscratchy5243]

So dear Lon! can you recommend a decent ip camera, that records for free forever(without subscription)?...anyway, as an advice, you should be working for the top dogs in the industry..

[@mauramcfall9289]

Hi - I've just purchased this camera and we have managed to get it set up on both our phones (android and iphone). It works fine in the house but as yet I have been unable to access the camera away from the home. Am I missing something here? I have tried in several locations - one is just a mile away but the app just says 'trying to connect to camera'. Is there a roaming function I need to switch on and can you talk me through it please. Great review - very fair and honest.

[@mauramcfall9289]

+Lon Seidman Thanks for reply. Must admit I haven't had any luck with their Tech Support. It's not supported very well at all but it may be my own lack of basic techie knowledge. I didn't have the phone's roaming setting switched on! Will try that today and see if it works. Thanks for replying.

[@Mashf8Dom]

How do use this? What do i do first? Android user.

[@GumriRN]

Can we use our own paid Cloud services to store & retrieve video recordings? I don't know the terminology as well as most. What is "streaming" actually going to do for me with these cameras?

[@ThePokeBallerss]

Hey Lon, was wondering. I'm looking for a 1080p webcam, that doesn't get cloudy/lag if you know what I'm talking about. Have you done reviews on any? If so I'll check them out, or do you have any suggestions for me? Thanks!

[@ThePokeBallerss]

A webcam webcam. Like for Skype, Face cams when you're playing videos games. ETC. :)

[@ThePokeBallerss]

Would you suggest that they have the best one? Or do you think anything else is better/good has well?

[@TooStuck]

Does the camera have to have a wifi connection to work. Im looking for a camera with good range for at the lake there will be no wifi/ internet. Thanks

[@euniceperez657]

Can you view an image at night? If the lights are off in the living room? Please let me know thanks

[@ryangallagher5425]

What is the switcher software you were using there?

[@huddo84]

Hi. Your review made me purchase this. I am from Australia and purchased 2 off eBay for $85. Very reasonable I thought. The setup was easy and worked 1st go. The only problem I have is when I walk outside and my wifi drops out I can't see anything. The camera just says loading. Do I have to buy the subscription or is there a setting I have to change? I am pretty basic with technology so if anyone can help it would be great thanks

[@lindenmoeseo]

We set our cameras near the windows facing outside but there is a glare (from the night vision light, our window and the street light) and you can't see anything when night vision is on. Is there a way to lower the light or turn it off so we can view movement outside at night?

[@GumriRN]

+linden moe Don't know if you can do this, but 2 older Sec. Cams I had, (worked great) I put in between the window & the screen. The screen didn't have that GLARE, I also got against a window.

[@befit4364]

Hi.. please tell me from where I can use the camera I means what is the maximum renge.?

[@indythelittlecat]

Hi Lon, great review! Does the motion sensor pick up motion towards the camera as well as motion going past the camera? I am also considering an Arlo, although I read a review which specified that the motion sensor usually only activates when, for example, someone walks past the camera rather than towards the camera. Can you also tell me how far away from the camera it will sense motion? Many thanks.

[@indythelittlecat]

+Lon Seidman thank you

[@markhastings236]

hubbleconnected.com/plans/ shows that the cloud storage plans are still not available making this product practically useless. Trying to get signed up and can't????

[@rruss76]

Lon, What's your suggestion for a camera one could use for live monitoring of a remote location? ie, I'd like to set a camera in a barn with a live feed so I could monitor animal activity from my phone or computer. Building is about 125 yards from the house and wireless router.

[@oneman2001]

If your wifi signal reaches that far then fine but I doubt it. Personally I would look at getting a hard wired camera for that sort of distance. maybe Ethernet but its right on the limit.

[@susanjames6706]

wanted one just to be able to check in on my dogs and say hi. Do you need a subscription to be able to do that?

[@daryljones3814]

how many smartphones can u use at a time with the motorola surveillance Cams

[@ve5wil]

Pos. Gave up after exchanging camera 3 times. Not one went into pair mode

[@ГерманПугачев]

will it work with my Xeoma software?

[@LarsHaendler]

You said several times the camera is inexpensive but I think you never said the actual price (range).

[@wiredhernandez6175]

How loud is the camera speaker for tw0way communication?

[@SharePointMaster]

I am not getting voice from camera . can you help me how I can hear from camera

[@debojitacharjee]

how do i view this camera as a wifi cam on any windows PC?

[@johnkendall577]

How can i use my camera on my tv with out wifi

[@vernaklein2685]

It is just motion triggers event, but that is all I really needed.

[@spurvesh930]

Does the motorola allow third party support APIs for Mobile Apps for Smart Home Systems?

[@williamhowerton4585]

Purvesh Simejiya

[@alanhussey]

How long is the recording time on a security camera before recordings are over-ridden?

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[@chocolatekisses662]

I bought two of these, which means I have four cameras. Will i be able to use all four cameras on Hubble without getting two separate apps ?

[@alsword3663]

Hubble won't pair with focus 73

[@bindassboy6536]

other mobile phone cannected???

[@RussellCatchpole]

I bought one but it's completely useless as night, just grey on grey shades & no detail. Audio has constant clicking like it's raining and triggers regularly in a silent room even on the lowest sensitivity.

[@haahboog]

Can anyone share how they were able to record on your I-phone without using the paid service?

[@h.a2885]

+Terry Marks download airshou it is an ios 9 screen recorder check it out terry

[@steven19731973]

Could easily have said how much the subscription costs per year??

[@LonSeidman]

It wasn't available at the time of the video

[@latunguley]

I can not get the cameras to mate with my android phone at all, i'm about to return them to walmart

[@GumriRN]

+Terry La Tunguley Mind if I ask you how much YOU PAID @ Walmart? I'm hearing most say they paid $99.? I just saw this and bought it for $140! Wonder if I should take it back?

[@latunguley]

+Denisovich Shun $159.99 for the pair

[@kdigiacomo]

For people that are watching this, the settings are different now, better. I have 6 of these and the functions are slightly different now in 2019. I'm having better results, my cameras are super clear. I definitely really like them for the price. Using Android and I'm using the free plan and it works just fine for me. I've actually caught a guy messing with my neighbors property twice, same guy, so it's paid for it's self already. There are 100+ uses for these besides just security.

[@oneman2001]

Bought one of these in the UK for £40. Couple of comments in reply to below. Yes its subscription if you want recording, but every single cheap camera is the same. NOBODY offers cloud recording for free including the £150 Nest camera. You can get the 1080p version of this camera for £70 in the UK (Focus 86) and that has an SD card for local recording. Of course if the scum see the camera and take it then you lose the recording. This is not a CCTV device. Its there to alert you to movement/sound/fire in the house and view what is going on. It gives you a chance to alert the police, a neighbour or whoever can get to the location and deal with the issue. If you want to record then get the higher model or better still real CCTV with dedicate DVR. There was another comment about one person can view at a time, again the same for any camera. The camera produces one stream so there is no way for dual viewing to different IP address. If you REALLY must have two people viewing at the same time then get two cameras, its not like they are that expensive. Comment about viewing it outside of home. Basically the camera works by the camera connecting for hubble site (even on local wifi), so negates the needs to port forward your router or know your public IP address. You logon to hubble site and it directs you to the camera. I'm not sure 100% which port the camera uses for the connection but make sure your phone provider is not blocking any ports. Also you will need a reasonable upload speed from your ISP and your phone provider, at least 1mbps. Initial connection is via bluetooth to the camera when you press the pair button, you can then enter your wifi details in the phone app and it passes the details to the camera which then connects to your local wifi and from their to hubble site. It tools a couple of attempts to pair for me but it did eventually work. wifi connection worked first time. There is no API or anything for the camera. There is no way to use software on the PC to connect to the camera, the only way is with web browser via hubble site. You could use screen capture (like game capture function in Windows 10) but no way to capture the camera stream. * One concern I have is that camera relies on the hubble site. if that stops working then you won't be able to use the camera, even locally. I have not seen any sort of SLA or commitment as to how long the site will be working for.

[@ck891]

oneman2001 That was all really descriptive and exactly what I needed to know, but one question that you didn't elaborate on, does the camera record and hold stuff to watch later on. Or is it just purely a streaming device, whereby nothing is recorded and saved?

[@oneman2001]

chris kiszely the 66 has not ability to record locally. the more expensive 86 has a SD card slot and can record to the camera and watched later on.

[@nuccio5461]

la telecamera è buona ma segnala i movimenti quando gli pare a sua discrezione ! (sic)

[@alllisonandthekids]

thank you for your review :-)

[@lukemustafa6692]

Awful, myself and my girlfriend wanted it to check on our dogs, but it can only be connected to one monitor/iPhone..... Complete garbage

[@GumriRN]

+Luke Mustafa You're saying, if I want to keep an eye on my dog (like you guys) my hubby can't watch at the same time? Let's say I don't know he's checking in and I am at the same time, what happens to the video clips or streaming, this is supposed to do?

[@lukemustafa6692]

+Denisovich Shun Yeah, She had it her phone but not on mine, we don't bother with it anymore! I'd advice u to do some some research and get a different one.... Hope this helps

[@Ahmarnie22]

My mom bought one😑. She doesnt trust us

[@schlomoshekelstein908]

u black, nobody trust u

[@MSF-cc4sm]

Camera too bad. It is always offline and difficult to connect with. I bought it and I regret it a lot.

[@rubenfuenmayor6408]

I just bought 2 for $89 at Walmart.com

[@bfuenmayor]

Now I can't walk around the house in my underwear...

[@rubenfuenmayor6408]

My plan is to use him outside if they work

[@sullich8312]

Outside.. sure!! Good idea Ruben

[@GumriRN]

+Ruben Fuenmayor This really ticks me off! Can't believe they raised the price by almost $50. with tax, in just one year! Wonder if I should check Amazon now?

[@carrilloyermi]

Piece of shit everything went go except the last part says it can't connect to the network

[@LarsHaendler]

You said several times the camera is inexpensive but I think you never said the actual price (range).

[@daren65r]

Price - $99 www.amazon.com/Motorola-FOCUS66-Wi-Fi-Monitoring-Camera/dp/B00K81OTP8

[@GumriRN]

+Lars Händler FYI, I just bought this last week, 4/2016 @ Walmart. I'm ticked-off. Everyone's saying they paid $99. I paid, $139. almost to $150. after tax. Gonna check Amazon to see if I can get a better price.