To get away with this habit, I suggest converting that equipment, gadget/ device into a useful DIY upgrade. Here's a good example of what i mean.... Converting an old phone to a security camera following the steps below:
First, you will have to choose a security-camera app for your phone. This app has to offer local streaming, recording and also be able to store footage remotely or locally with an addition of motion detection and alerts.
Once you're set up, you will be able to monitor your living space and control your security camera from anywhere, straight from your new phone.
One of the best options for setting up your phone as a security camera is Alfred. It's cross-platform, so it doesn't matter if your "old phone" is an Android or iPhone, the same goes for your 'new phone".
Alfred is free to use and gives you a remote view of your live feed, motion detection with alerts, free cloud storage, a two-way audio feed and use of both the front and rear cameras. To unlock additional features, like higher-resolution viewing and recording, zoom capabilities, ad removal and 30-day cloud storage, you can upgrade to Alfred Premium.
- Download Alfred (Android, iOS) on both your old and new phones or any tablets you want to use.
- On the new phone, swipe through the introduction and tap Start. Select Viewer and tap Next
- Once you get to the sign-in page, click Sign in with Google (a Google account is required) and
Once both phones are signed in to Alfred, you're pretty much done with the setup. Alfred has simplified the camera options to only include a few settings. On iOS, you can only enable motion detection, choose between the front and rear cameras and enable or disable audio. If you're using an Android device, you have those options and you can also enable continuous focus, have Alfred automatically reopen if the phone reboots, set a resolution and enable a password lock.
From your new phone, you can change a
few more settings, such as turning notifications on/off, setting a
camera or viewer name, adding other people to your Trust Circle
(granting other people access to your video feeds), removing a camera,
checking how many times a camera has disconnected, setting motion
detection sensitivity and enabling a low-light filter on cameras. While Alfred is a solid choice, keep in mind it's not the only choice.
Second, You will have to find a spot that best suits you to position the Camera. This spot should also have a power source to prevent the phone battery from running out. After you have the stream up and running, you will need to set up and position the camera. You may want it focused on the main entry point to your home, your backyard, the place where you store valuables or a point you think might be particularly vulnerable. You can also set up an IP camera as a baby monitor.
Third, mount and power your new security camera.To do this, a small smartphone tripod or suction car mount can be used in getting the right position for the camera to sit in a very hidden angle. To get a wider view, you might as well consider getting a wide-angle lens for your phone, this can cost you between $5 and $20 online.
So, there you go! I do hope you find this helpful. Please do leave a comment on how your setup went.
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