![]() The range seems very good, which is perhaps partly why the SmartHub is so big. Once connected, the app checks bandwidth and you can test out the spots where you want to place your cameras. If your smartphone is connected to the same router, your Arlo Pro 3 cameras should appear in the list ours popped up immediately. You'll need to create an Arlo account, but then you can simply tap "Add New Device" and choose your camera type. Plug the SmartHub into the wall, slot the Ethernet cable into your router, and then download and install the mobile app for Android or iOS on your phone. They come partially charged, but when they do run down you can fully charge them again in less than three hours. It's always pleasing when smart home products are easy to set up, and the Arlo Pro 3 cameras are among the easiest devices we've ever installed. The SmartHub, which must be connected to your Wi-Fi router with an Ethernet cable, is quite big at 6.9 x 5 x 2.3 inches. They are described as UV and weather resistant and my review units have had no issues with sunshine or rain. You can recharge them by sticking the magnetic charger to the bottom.ĭurability should not be an issue and the Arlo Pro 3 cameras feel well-made. Stick the removable battery inside and they slide securely closed with a satisfying click. They measure 3.5 x 2 x 3 inches and weigh 331 grams. The cameras come in a solid white enclosure with a black face that houses the camera lens, spotlight, microphone, speaker, and sensors. There's also a power adapter, camera mounts with screws and fixings for each camera, and a magnetic charging cable. You get a SmartHub with each one that connects wirelessly to your cameras and plugs directly into your router using the supplied Ethernet cable. The Arlo Pro 3 comes in a two-camera kit for $499.99, or a three-camera kit at $649.99. ![]() The Arlo Pro 3 wireless home security system is probably more than most people need, and with no free cloud storage option it can get expensive, especially if you require more than two cameras. I tested the two-camera system in my home to see how it measures up, and it mostly exceeded my expectations, but it wasn't all plain sailing. Especially when you consider that you'll need to add local storage via USB, or subscribe to a monthly cloud storage solution, starting from $2.99 per month, per camera. However, at $399.99 for the two-camera kit, which comes with a base unit that connects to your Wi-Fi router, this is not the cheapest system around. The mobile app is well-designed, and the cameras are easy to fit, reposition, and charge as required. There are lots of features on offer, from activity zones to smart detection to configurable modes. ![]() These cameras produce some of the best quality footage we've seen at 2K resolution with support for HDR. The Arlo Pro 3 wireless security cameras are simple to use, suitable for indoors or outdoors, and packed with a good range of features. Home security cameras have been improving rapidly, and growing ever more affordable, which makes them a tempting purchase for any homeowner with security concerns. ![]()
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