Woot.com has
Blink XT2 Outdoor/Indoor Smart Security Camera Kits (Used: Acceptable) on sale below.
Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.
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thenewyorkgod for sharing this deal
Available Products:
- Blink XT2 Outdoor/Indoor Smart Security 2-Camera Kit (Used: Acceptable) $39.99
- Blink XT2 Outdoor/Indoor Smart Security 3-Camera Kit (Used: Acceptable) $49.99
About this Product:
- Get peace of mind with this versatile indoor/outdoor wire-free camera that features 2-year battery life, customizable motion detection, and live-view recording
- Open up a 2-way conversation using your smartphone.
- Night vision and motion detection help you keep an eye on your home 24/7
- Refer to Blink Page for Storage Information
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several threads on these... if you have a grandfathered plan, you can add these cameras. If not grandfathered, storage for XT2 is via subscription - the later versions can save via to Module 2 and forgo subscription for storage.
Just FYI
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Blink-
Wireless
Battery replacement once a yr or two 2-4aa
Requires a little hub in the house connected to wifi, with a Thumb drive stuck into it for data storage.
Eufy
Wired no batteries
Slightly Clearer picture
Constant recording rather than event based or live on demand etc (blink battery wears down if you want it recording at all times, but if you are ok just having it make clips when it detects motion in a defined field of view within it's sight, or whenever you manually start it, it'll be just fine.
I did blink at office cuz I don't own it and didn't want to do wiring and there was no plug nearby. Eufy wireless cameras are like way more expensive than blink, so I use a wired one and installed an outlet near it that also helps w Xmas lights. Technically not rated as waterproof etc but there are tons of ppl like me that get the $30 "indoor" cam and have zero issues out in the elements if you can put it under an eave. Nerds also sell 3d printed little cheap enclosures to make them safer outside. Qtr of the price of the wireless Eufys. Wireless Eufys also require large expensive hub in the house. Like a lil coffee grinder size.
There are others perhaps even better overall, but I can't abide a monthly subscription.
Few companies empower you to use your own memory cards. I like that the data is stored locally and not in the cloud. Eufy cameras you stick a micro SD card in it. 128gb, like $15, will record 2 weeks typically.
several threads on these... if you have a grandfathered plan, you can add these cameras. If not grandfathered, storage for XT2 is via subscription - the later versions can save via to Module 2 and forgo subscription for storage.
Just FYI
The first item which was only $10, after I contacted them they simply refunded the $10 and told him to worry about the item.
The second item they gave me three choices. Keep it as it was, return it for a full refund, or receive a partial refund since the remote was the issue. I'm not sure who would have picked the first option. But I've not had any issues.
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Not sure what the issue is but looks like these cameras need higher/fixed voltage of 1.5V not 1.35V that eneloops provide.
In the Box:
Camera Kits
(1) Blink XT2 camera (dependent on quantity selected)
(1) sync module (Gen 2)
(2) AA 1.5V lithium batteries (2 per camera)
(1) mounting kit (per camera)
(1) user guide
(1) USB cable
(1) power adapter
From past threads, I remember that there's a way to continuously power the cameras instead of using batteries. I've been looking closely at the latest version of these (using local storage) versus the Wyze camera kit - the reviews point at the Wyze being overall better - but discount the elephant in the room - the Wyze battery charge only lasts 3-6 months. That's one of the reasons I never took the Arlo seriously - having to pull them down often to charge batteries... Just sayin'
I also have the Wyze cameras. I like how the wise cameras point out the detected area. It helps to block out zones for false alerts. Wyze also seems to be a bit more proactive on updating or improving issues. Mounting & unmounting, to exchange batteries etc, is easier on the Blink cameras. Battery life is surprisingly long for Blink. I can't say 2 years but If your camera doesn't have many alerts and or you have items like clip length less than high power IRDs or range it's possible. Most of mine are maxed on range IRD strength and clip length and my first battery replacement of 11 cameras was 11 months on the one at my back door which had a lot of alerts. The Energizer AA lithium batteries are a bit pricey. I've not located an alternative other than plugged into a power source.
Sometimes it actually can get a bit annoying but it's easily set up to announce motion detected via Alexa. Also arm and disarm using IFTTT or other application is fairly useful. I have mine set up by a schedule and anytime I leave the area of my home. You can also set it up where a camera or camera's will send you a text if it detects motion. They have an internal temperature sensor which you have to look into the camera settings to see, but can be useful. As of yet Blink has not looked into adding any functionality claiming they can't guarantee the accuracy. after adjusting a couple of them a few degrees here there they have turned out to be accurate but alerts are limited to 40° F on the bottom end and 90 on the top end.
I'm sure there are better cameras out there but at this price point, especially, if you get free cloud storage you really can't complain about these cameras. Anyone who has a complaint about these cameras either spent quite a bit more for the ones they use or are just hating. Haters gonna hate.
Not sure what the issue is but looks like these cameras need higher/fixed voltage of 1.5V not 1.35V that eneloops provide.
wonder if eneloop pros are any better
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