D-Link announces 180 degree Wi-Fi cameras (DCS-2630L and DCS-960L)

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Having cameras in one's home was once was reserved for the wealthy -- they were expensive and usually required professional installation. Thanks to modern technology, especially Wi-Fi, home surveillance can be achieved by anyone. Of course, not all cameras are created equal -- performance and quality will vary by both price and manufacturer.

Today, D-Link announces two new Wi-Fi cameras that are packed with features, but more importantly, they are affordable too. The coolest aspect? They offer 180 degree recording, something you do not typically see at this price. Of course, you also get D-Link's legendary quality and dependability.

"Other Wi-Fi cameras on the market offer on average a 130 degree or less field-of-view, while the new D-Link Ultra-Wide View Cameras provide wall-to-wall surveillance coverage from a single device -- perfect for large rooms and areas with multiple entry points. Using unique de-warping technology, the 180 degree Wide Eye lens is able to take a 'fish eye' view and transform it into a more viewable video stream with less distortion. Built-in night vision offers up to 16-feet of viewing in total darkness, and with two-way audio users can respond to what they see and hear", says D-Link.

The manufacturer further says, "along with the HD video quality, the cameras can be easily accessed and managed with the free mydlink Lite app from iOS and Android devices, as well as Windows Phones. In addition, built-in 802.11AC Wi-Fi technology enables customers to connect the camera to the 5GHz band, providing better bandwidth for streaming HD video and extended range for more flexible placement".

If you are nervous to store recorded video in the cloud, these new D-Link cameras are for you. They both offer a micro SD card slot so you can save the files locally. Not only is this more secure and convenient, but cost effective too. You can of course access the camera feed  with Android and iOS, but Windows Phone too? Wow, that is very appreciated, D-Link. You have definitely scored some points with BetaNews readers with that one.

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Both cameras feature night vision, plus motion and sound detection. You can get alerts on your smartphone when movement is detected, or if there is a loud noise such as glass breaking. Of course, you only want to enable this feature when no one will be home -- including pets. Getting an alert every time your cat jumps on the couch or dog barks will get annoying quickly.

Both cameras, the DCS-2630L and DCS-960L, are very similar, except for a few things (including appearance). The former features 1080p, but the latter is only 720p. Also, theDCS-2630L features two-way audio. Yes, you can not only hear what is going on in your home, but speak to your family and pets from afar too.

So, how much will these cameras cost? The superior DCS-2630L is $199 and the DCS-960L is $159. Quite frankly, the step-up to 1080p and two-way audio makes the extra $40 a no-brainer to me, but you really can't go wrong either way.

Do you currently use  Wi-Fi cameras in your home or business? Tell me in the comments.

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