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EZVIZ HD Home Security Camera Mounting Options

EZVIZ is a new one to us. They make budget priced home security cameras. The software functionality is actually pretty advanced. Only drawback is that it lacks a free cloud option. But, this isn’t a home security camera site, we talk about mounts. There are a few advantages to adding a SimpliSafe SimpliCam to your security system. For those with a SimpliSafe security system, a feature known as video verification can be opted into. This permits the SimpliSafe monitoring center to access video corresponding to an alarm event. The video can be forwarded to law enforcement. Options to deploy a … Read more

Mounts for the SmartAlarm Spot Security Camera

Today we will be looking at some alternative mounts for the SmartAlarm Spot Security Camera. If you’re thinking this camera looks an awful lot like a Wyze Cam, you’re right. While it shares the same material design, the software is completely different, as is the company that distributes this camera. The SmartAlarm Spot is one of the smallest mainstream security cameras we have seen. The attached mounting stand folds up under the camera. The camera can swivel and pivot. This versatile mounting system, included with the SmartAlarm Spot camera at no additional charge is excellent for leaving your device on a shelf … Read more

Mounts for the Zmodo EZCam Pro Home Security Camera

The Zmodo EZCam Pro 1080p Wireless Camera comes from a company that specializes in home automation systems. They offer several home security camera models with higher end features but priced on the low end. If you’re looking for a lower priced home security camera with some useful features, this is a good one to consider. The camera is attached to a weighted stand. The base is made of metal and there is a hinge attached to the bottom. This is a useful mount if planning to place it on a shelf or table. A set of screws and anchor bolts … Read more

Mounts for the Amazon Cloud Cam

The Amazon Cloud Cam is the latest entry into an ever-expanding field of home security cameras. It’s a good camera for the price, including a lot of high-end features and is very easy to set up and use. The camera is attached to a swivel ball that is attached to a plastic stand. The round plastic base is sufficiently balanced so as to prevent the camera from tipping over when stood upright on a table or shelf. The included wall mounting kit can be added to the bottom of the round base. This mounting kit comes with a set of … Read more

Using a Nest Cam or Dropcam Pro to See Outdoors

First there was Dropcam Pro then Nest purchased Dropcam but that was after Google purchased Nest. Bottom line, all these cameras are made by the same company. I own several Dropcam Pros as well as a few Nest Cams and they are great cameras. I can’t quite bring myself to pay for cloud storage but the setup is super easy and can be done by using the iPhone application. It pokes a secure hole in your network to allow access from anywhere. I use them for security purposes when I’m not home. The cameras have motion sensors and I’m aware … Read more

Mounts for the Garmin deZlCam 785 LMT-S GPS and Dash Cam

Capitalizing on the success on their NuviCam products, Garmin has expanded into dash cameras for truckers. The Garmin deZlCam 785 LMT-S combines the robust GPS features found in the existing deZl lineup and combines the capabilities of a very capable dashcam. The deZlCam 785 LMT-S features a 7 inch display so it’s a fairly large sized device. Let’s get into the mount discussion. Garmin deZlCam 785 LMT-S Included Mount Smartly, Garmin continues to use their standard 17mm ball and socket design on the mounts. This is a proven design that has been in use with their deZl and Nuvi line … Read more