Do you need a subscription to record to flash drive?

[PapaG1958]

Do you need a subscription to Arlo to record to flash drive?

[StephenB]

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@PapaG1958 wrote:

Do you need a subscription to Arlo to record to flash drive?

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No.

What hub model do you have?

[PapaG1958]

Model # VMB 4540

[StephenB]

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@PapaG1958 wrote:

Model # VMB 4540

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Ok.  That does support direct access to local storage from the app.  (VMB4000 and VMB4500 support storage, but not playback).

There are limitations (IMO it is not the best user experience).

1. Recordings only available in the app (not my.arlo.com)
2. Recordings only available from the primary account (not shared accounts)
3. No thumbnails, so each recording needs to be downloaded to your phone before viewing.
4. No ability to make manual recordings
5. Remote access requires router setting changes that some find difficult (and which won't work with some internet service providers)