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UniFi Protect ONVIF 3rd Party Camera Testing (Protect 5.0)

UniFi Protect ONVIF Camera Update Testing Last week we found out that UniFi intended to integrate ONVIF support into its Protect surveillance platform. Ubiquiti went ahead and made this UniFi Protect update available, and I managed to spend a decent amount of time playing with my existing range of ONVIF cameras from numerous third-party brands […]

Synology CC400W Camera Review

Synology CC400W Camera Review Remember when Synology was only famous for its NAS? Yeah, me neither. Among all the server brands discussed here at NAS Compares, few have created such a diverse portfolio of home and business solutions, covering a wide array of peripherals and accessories, as Synology has. Although their CCTV and security application, […]

New Synology CC400W Camera

Synology Reveal a New CC400W Compact IP Camera for Surveillance Station Synology has revealed a new, more compact entry, into its range of surveillance cameras, the CC400W. This less industrial alternative to the bulkier metallic PoE BC500 bullet and TC500 turret-style cameras that were launched earlier in 2023 is seemingly designed for more internal building […]

Synology IP cameras BC500 and TC500 Released

Synology Introduces New Bullet and Turret IP Cameras for Enhanced Security Update – We Have now reviewed the Synology BC500 and TC500 Surveillance Cameras. You can read them via the links below: Synology BC500 Camera Review HERE Synology TC500 Camera Review HERE Synology, a leading provider of network-attached storage (NAS) solutions, has recently released two […]

Synology BC500 Camera Review – Better Than Reolink, Edimax, Hikvision and More?

Synology BC500 Camera Review – Smart Choice? When Synology first revealed that they were going to be releasing their own surveillance cameras, many users (myself included, arguably louder than many) that this was long, LONG overdue. But why exactly is the Synology BC500 Camera a big deal? Pretty much all of the premium NAS brands […]

Synology TC500 Camera Review – Best Camera for Surveillance Station?

Synology TC500 Camera Review – Smart Choice? It’s been a couple of months since the full release by Synology of their new surveillance cameras, the TC500 current style ceiling camera and BC500 bullet style wall camera. When initially revealed, the brand seemed to be FINALLY addressing a long overlooked gap in the market by turnkey […]

Best doorbell camera that works with Synology NAS (ONVIF Compatibility)

Best doorbell camera that works with Synology NAS (ONVIF Compatibility)

Intercoms have become an essential security feature in homes, offices, and other commercial buildings. They provide a reliable and convenient way of identifying and communicating with people before granting them access to restricted areas. However, to ensure the safety and security of your premises, it is important to choose the right intercom camera. In this […]

Synology BC500 and TC500 Surveillance Cameras

Synology Release the BC500 and TC500 NAS IP Cameras for Surveillance Station It’s been over five months since Synology revealed that they were in the process of releasing their own NAS surveillance cameras for use in conjunction with Surveillance Station, but today is the official release date for the Synology BC500 bullet camera and TC500 […]

Synology DS CAM not working with H.265 cameras

I tried to access my Synology camera on my phone and i can only see live view. When trying to check what happened 2 minutes ago I ger Error message “Unable to Play H.265 stream, check the format”. Whats the point of surveillance if i dont see who tried to break into my house! People […]

Reolink Duo 2 Camera Review – 4K ,180° Lens, Colour Nightvision, WHAT!

Review of the Reolink Duo 2 WiFi Camera – Any Good? I have quite a large number of cameras here on the blog/video and I think it would be fair to say that although most are all functional and reliable bits of kit, they are not particularly exciting! Security cameras are not designed to be […]

POE IP cameras and switches compatible with Synology and Qnap NAS

POE IP cameras and switches compatible with Synology and Qnap NAS

POE IP cameras and switches compatible with Synology and Qnap NAS Cam you recommend a camera solution and a POE switch? I’m not opposed to moving to a rack mount setup for better cable management and runs but not sure where to start. My focus is the cameras and switch right now that will be […]

Free camera licences on QTS 5

Free camera licences on QTS 5

I have a TS 663A running qvrpro and 2 cameras; a TVS-882 running 8 cameras and a TVS 672n running 8 cameras at various locations. Thinking about the update to version 5 will I have to start paying license fees for all 3? And, I use HDMI for local viewing and as far as I […]

Cheapest NAS compatible IP cameras under $50

Cheapest NAS compatible IP cameras under $50

IP Camera on Cat5 & Memory Usage Hello, Firstly I have built my new NAS a few different ways RAID1 the SHR, (btfrs)I noticed memory usage was down with same applications installed (proxy, plex, Essential AV, Surveillance) memory went from 21% to 14% with SHR all other things being the same interesting! Anyway can you […]

POE PTZ Camera for DS918+

POE PTZ Camera for DS918+

Thanks for the great channel and for helping out with so many articles. I have purchased several Synology NAS over the years based of your recommendations alone, including the Reolink C2 for our children’s room. I need some advice! I am after 2x security cameras with the following requirements. POE PTZ Camera for DS918+ *POE […]

WD launches 18TB surveillance HDD, 1TB microSD card for AI cameras

WD launches 18TB surveillance HDD, 1TB microSD card for AI cameras

Western Digital Fuels Growing AI-Enabled Video Recording Systems Market With Expanded Family of WD Purple Solutions Combination of New 18TB HDD, 1TB microSD card, and Proven Software Optimized for 24/7 Streaming Workloads Provides the Capacity, Performance and Durability Required for Recorders, Smart Cameras, Deep Learning-Enabled NVRs and Video Analytics Applications SAN JOSE, Calif. – Sep 23, […]

Which Reolink cameras work with Qnap, Synology and other NAS

Which Reolink cameras work with Qnap, Synology and other NAS

reading your 2yr old review of IP cameras for synology. Want the RLC-422 you recommend but looks like that is no longer in production. Curious if the successor would be the RLC-522 or the RLC-423 (or something else), and if that is compatible with the synology?   Which Reolink Cameras Can Record to NAS? Sarah […]

Reolink IP camera compatibility with NAS like Qnap and Synology

Reolink IP camera compatibility with NAS like Qnap and Synology

RLC-520 I was wondering if you know if the RLC-520 will work with the synology security suite. I saw a note somewhere saying it only works with a reolink device. Looking to connect via cat6 to a synology NAS Yes, all IP cameras which are not add-on items of their NVR closed system or battery-powered […]

NAS compatible 4K 8MP cameras with H.265 compression

NAS compatible 4K 8MP cameras with H.265 compression

NAS compatible 4K 8MP cameras with H.265 compression   NAME 4K 8MP H.265 Audio PTZ Night vision 30ft+ US UK Anke C800 4K  8MP(3840 × 2160@15fps) H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 NO NO 100ft/30m USA https://amzn.to/2KF8RF4 Annke AP-I91BF0102#IT1 4K (8 megapixel) H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 NO NO 100ft/30m USA https://amzn.to/3f0SgcP H-VIEW UK800 4K 3840x2160P (8.0 Megapixels) 265 , H.264 YES NO 25-30 […]

Best small and hidden cameras for QVR Pro

Best small and hidden cameras for QVR Pro

Best small and hidden cameras for QVR Pro Looked at amazon and they have camera brands that are simply unknown to man, certainly not on the list of QVR pro….What cameras can I work with which are small and undetectable? I am a landlord don’t want tenants to remove camera (which they have done in […]

How to link IP cameras in one house with a NAS in another house?

How to link IP cameras in one house with a NAS in another house?

How to link IP cameras in one house with a NAS in another house? IP cameras remote connection to Synology NAS Surveillance Station I’ve found your article as very interesting and clarifying, but still I can’t find an answer for my desired installation. I’d like to install a surveillance system in my second home, but […]