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DarkKnight01

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They also have an option to record everything offline to a local storage, I just plug in a USB drive to sync module

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jeffafa

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They also have an option to record everything offline to a local storage, I just plug in a USB drive to sync module

And this lets you bypass the subscription?

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DarkKnight01

Jun 20, 2026 7:11 PM

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And this lets you bypass the subscription?

I don't need to argue here, no stakes in the company 🤷

Just sharing alternate options for those who are considering to buy.

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kuns88

Jun 21, 2026 1:39 PM

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I don't need to argue here, no stakes in the company 🤷

Just sharing alternate options for those who are considering to buy.

Right, but he is asking…is the functionality you are getting with the USB drive as good as the subscription service they want you to buy?

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jagedlion

Jun 21, 2026 3:45 PM

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Right, but he is asking…is the functionality you are getting with the USB drive as good as the subscription service they want you to buy?

There are some improvements with the subscription: person specific detection, more detailed notifications, automatic deletion of old videos, a slightly smoother video interface.

But for normal stuff (recording based on motion triggers, getting basic motion notifications, viewing live or recordings) the sync module 2 + usb drive works well.

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DarkKnight01

Jun 21, 2026 5:51 PM

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Right, but he is asking…is the functionality you are getting with the USB drive as good as the subscription service they want you to buy?

It's not, subscription gives you cloud storage (till you keep renewing subscription). Local storage doesn't have such limits, only downside is speed of accessing recorded videos. I usually check live/recorded videos when I am away, takes 5-6 seconds to load video, but ok with minor inconvenience than paying subscription.

In short, it all depends on individual needs, but just sharing that subscription fee is not a deal breaker if you can live with local storage.

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We have a regular flood light attached above garage, how difficult is it to install a wired blink floodlight to same spot? Do you need to hire electrician?

robbconquest

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Quote from jeffafa

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And this lets you bypass the subscription?

Yes it does

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PetetheGreek7

Jun 24, 2026 12:18 AM

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Right, but he is asking…is the functionality you are getting with the USB drive as good as the subscription service they want you to buy?

He said he doesn't need to argue.. what do you not understand!?

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Craig924

Jun 25, 2026 12:10 AM

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We have a regular flood light attached above garage, how difficult is it to install a wired blink floodlight to same spot? Do you need to hire electrician?

this is a battery powered version not wired. I've always heard if you have to ask that question, you need to hire an electrician. it's not hard, likely videos out there but be safe if you do it, electricity can kill.

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kuns88

Jun 28, 2026 12:21 PM

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Quote from DarkKnight01

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It's not, subscription gives you cloud storage (till you keep renewing subscription). Local storage doesn't have such limits, only downside is speed of accessing recorded videos. I usually check live/recorded videos when I am away, takes 5-6 seconds to load video, but ok with minor inconvenience than paying subscription.

In short, it all depends on individual needs, but just sharing that subscription fee is not a deal breaker if you can live with local storage.

I appreciate the feedback here.

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