IP-based camera manufacturer Arecont Vision has recently introduced its AV10005 Series at ISC West 2010. Available in standard, day/night, and auto-iris versions, this security camera combines the resolution of a 10-megapixel camera and full HD 1080p performance at 30 frames per second. This innovative dual mode camera offers 33 times the resolution of standard VGA-resolution cameras, and uses H.264 compression to reduce network bandwidth usage while conserving storage space. The camera also increases bandwidth efficiency by allowing you to crop the field-of-view to any resolution. You can change the aspect ratio, and apply different compression technologies based on the requirements for a particular application. Other features include a digital PTZ, a forensic zooming, a MoonLight mode for nighttime use, and on-camera motion detection with 64 detection zones. [Image-acquire]
Using the Wireless Calculator Video Recorder from Chinavasion, you can record interviews, meetings, and office discussions without intimidating anyone. This working calculator has a mini camera on the side for quietly viewing and recording all your important conversations. The color video is recorded with audio in digital format by the included receiver so that you can view on the portable recorders LCD screen or connect to your computer for easier viewing and management of all your recordings. You can purchase this spy gadget for $192.50 each. Video after the jump. Read more
This spider looking camera looks almost like an arachnid-robot that can move. The three legs suppose to support the camera in the center, as it is flexibly adjustable to position at difficult angle. It also feeds the captured video wireless to nearby monitoring station. [TechDigest]
This hidden camera matches your book collection on the shelf, or if you prefer among stack of them. It is good for parents who leave their toddlers with maids, ensuring their safety. Brickhouse Security provides both wired and wireless version of the camera. Price range from $99 to $299. [BrickhouseSecurity]
Ever want to just throw your camera in the air to take those weird moments? Well with this Flee Digital Camera you can, and you can do it without any fear of breaking your camera. It’s designed to take photos the moment you throw it, and with its Bluetooth connection it will transmit the photos directly to your cell phone or computer. [Behance]
by Gizmo Girl on January 9, 2008
Home security cameras are getting more common, especially with Linksys. The Linksys Wireless-G Internet Home Monitoring Camera WVC54GC features 802.11g and 10/100 Ethernet connections, and VGA video recorded to a MPEG-4 or Motion JPEG codec. The camera can be limited to local network video streaming or opened up to the internets both publicly or privately. The camera is now available for $120.
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