High-definition, Wi-Fi-enabled SwannCloud HD Cameras Enable Remote Viewing

  • Jun 17, 2015

Swann Security announced its latest line of network security cameras. The SwannCloud Plug & Play (SWADS-456CAM) security camera is packed with features for 24/7 home and business security. The user friendly SwannCloud HD Pan & Tilt (SWADS-446CAM) security camera is a HD remote viewing surveillance system with a powerful pan and tilt camera.

Both the Plug & Play and Pan & Tilt cameras record and save 720p HD video and 1280 x 720 HD pictures. Images and video can be saved directly to your smartphone or tablet via the SwannCloud app. For added control, the 350 degree horizontal and 100 degree vertical motion of the Pan & Tilt camera can be remotely controlled by the user’s smartphone or tablet via the SwannCloud app.

By downloading the free SwannCloud app, smartphone and tablet users can stream live video or view recorded videos and photos via any iOS, PC or Android device. Providing users with the peace of mind that their home or business is safe, the SwannCloud app also sends an e-mail notification when action detected by the cameras including facial detection, camera tampering and intrusion. Syncing the camera with your smartphone or tablet is made even easier with Swann latest SwannLink technology and setup in minutes using a unique QR code that comes with each system.

“The demand for easy-to-setup and easy-to-use security systems for homes and small businesses has been overwhelming,” said Jeremy Stewart, Swann’s VP Global Marketing. “With the new SwannCloud HD cameras, we are able to provide an easy and powerful security monitoring system paired with a user-friendly app so you have the tools you need to actively monitor and protect your home or office.”

For added night time picture and video quality, both cameras include on-board infrared LEDs. The Plug & Play has 12 light sensor-activated LED’s and the Pan & Tilt has eight. Both cameras include built-in microphones so you can hear every sound and conversation happening in realtime or during video playback. Additionally, the Pan & Tilt camera includes an audio input jack and speaker to communicate with intruders via your smartphone or tablet’s microphone.

In addition to the camera, ceiling/wall mounting hardware, theft deterrent stickers, a power adapter and network cable for stable network connectivity are included in the box.

The SwannCloud HD Pan & Tilt retails for $179.99 and the SwannCloud HD Plug & Play retails for $129.99. Both cameras are available at Tiger Direct, BestBuy.com and www.swann.com.

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