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hardware update in 2016?

nyc10024 — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 03:57:51 GMT

hi, does anyone know when and if the arlo hardware will be updated in 2016? would love a hard-wired option!

Re: hardware update in 2016?

jguerdat — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 12:35:25 GMT

That would kinda defeat the purpose of being a wireless system... 😉

Re: hardware update in 2016?

nyc10024 — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 14:35:54 GMT

would be nice to be able to combine fully wire-free cameras in places that need that, with cameras that support hard-wired power, for places that have power (instead of changing batteries every X months). there are a number of posts on this forum related to hardwiring power.

Re: hardware update in 2016?

PJMLAW — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 15:58:44 GMT

I've considered removing the batteries, attaching wires and connecting them to a wall adapter of the same voltage and amperage. I've done it with other battery operated devices just haven't taken the time with Arlo. I have 2 of my 4 cam system mounted right next to an outlet so it would be easy.

Re: hardware update in 2016?

ash31 — Fri, 13 Nov 2015 14:03:21 GMT

Here's another vote for a hardwire option: I really like having cameras without an ugly power cable but there are some situations where a wired power option can be useful, such as an outside-mounted camera subject to low temperatures that impact the integrated batteries' performance. Being able to supply power from either a separate battery pack located a few feet away in a warmer temperature, or from a wired power supply, would provide some important flexibility.

I've been reading other posts on self-installed remote power and will try the same on one camera.

Re: hardware update in 2016?

twospirits — Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:05:16 GMT

That would be really neat. If you do eventually do that modification, can you do a step by step.

Re: hardware update in 2016?

TomMac — Wed, 09 Dec 2015 21:35:26 GMT

nyc10024 wrote:
hi, does anyone know when and if the arlo hardware will be updated in 2016? would love a hard-wired option!

There is a hardwired option coming out late this month , Arlo Q camera.

Do a search here it's been posted. Tho it is an indoor camera, they add two way audio and sound detection.