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Since my router is besieged by various PCs, streaming boxes, consoles, printers and scanners, I opted to go the Wi-Fi route with the understanding that latency and quality issues might be expected since wired connections for anything related to video or a...
Rooted in simplicity of setup, ease of use and surprising functionality, the Piper NV all-in-one security system is ideal for apartments or large rooms, it does a great job for remote monitoring, has a lot of potential as a hub for remote control and Inte...
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It is a full suite of contemporary security and management systems for your home and with families in mind. That means set up and installation is touted as engineer free, simplistic and fast. All controls are app based, so should not be too difficult to f...
Versatile camera system with wideangle view, zoom and different quality options, App is easy to use, set up and manage, Stay, Away and Vacation modes let you set rules for different scenarios, Controls can be customised and tweaked to your specific settin...
No thirdparty hardware support, While worth the money, it is not cheap, Videos can only be viewed through the app and cannot be downloaded.
The Piper nv is a very versatile piece of kit for those that want a comprehensive security solution for their home or small business. As well as providing a solid remotely viewable camera system, it offers a number of rules that are automatically adhered...
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It's probably internet heresy to admit it, but cats can be nasty little creatures. Aside from revelling in the torture of small mammals and scratching up your sofa, they're terrible bullies to each other. And I know this thanks to the Piper nv. Piper'...
"Rating the Piper nv is no easy task. As a security cam - its main purpose - it generally did a very good job, sitting quietly in the kitchen and sending me alerts when my cat was being beaten up."...
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It's probably internet heresy to admit it, but cats can be nasty little creatures.Aside from revelling in the torture of small mammals and scratching up your sofa, they're terrible bullies to each other. And I know this thanks to the Piper nv.Piper's own...
Highly customisable, Works well as a security device, Slick app...
Flaky networking, Iffy smart home integration, Average video quality...
Rating the Piper nv is no easy task. As a security cam - its main purpose - it generally did a very good job, sitting quietly in the kitchen and sending me alerts when my cat was being beaten up. Its app is well made and after some initial setup problems...
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The Internet of Things is a fast growing industry with benefits in almost every industry, including home automation and home security. IoT (Internet of Things) and home automation are hot topics, with huge companies like Apple wanting a slice of the pie w...
The big question is ‘is the Piper nv worth the money?' and in a word, yes, it is. The first generation Piper classic was a good entry into the home automation/home security industry, but it was lacking in several areas, mainly with regards to the camera c...
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Home automation is something that is only really limited by your imagination, possibly what accessories you can buy and possibly also by how much money you have. You get the idea though….One of the more intriguing things I saw at MWC was the Piper NV, it...
But to fully do this you need some expertise in Z-Wave, some networking expertise to extend your WiFi network around your property and a fair bit of cash to spend on Piper units and additional accessories. For me I would want half a dozen cameras covering...
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Icontrol Networks has announced a new Piper at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, building on the original all-in-one home security and video monitoring system. The new model, called Piper nv, introduces a new camera system and night vision to the Piper...
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Other tech categories may grab the headlines, but the concept of a smart home has been largely driven by IP-based surveillance cameras. These cameras are now sold at very affordable price points, with manufacturers looking to stand out from one another to...
Affordable; easy setup; magnetic mount; rechargeable battery; night vision; twoway audio; deep IFTTT support...
No HD video; no livestreaming, So which one is best?, Each of these cameras has its strengths, and that's why one might be a better choice than another, depending on what your need is. The Arlo and Homeboy are ideal for more unfettered deployment becaus...
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Security cameras for the purpose of home automation are becoming more and more popular with devices available like the Netatmo Welcome or the Nest Cam . The Piper NV is yet another security camera that can be controlled with your mobile device.Many smart...
The Piper NV is a solid security camera for your smart home. It was prompt in sending me emails, texts, and calls for different rules and triggers I set up. Coming in at $199, it's a quality and cheap solution to equip your home with.The single downside t...
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Home owners have more power now than ever before, thanks in part to the diversified portfolio of tech gadgets around that can instantly transform any home to a smart one. Security, in particular, has seen significant gains in the last couple of years due...
Night vision sees through the darkness, Upgraded camera produces slightly better video quality, Comprehensive control using the app, No monthly charges or subscriptions for the service...
Basically the same set of features from before, There's no way to download recorded footage, Tough call on paying for the $80 difference vs the Piper classic...
Comparing their prices, the Piper classic is still selling for $200 – while the new Piper nv will set you back $280. That $80 difference, by itself, is pretty substantial in our opinion, since the main differentiator at stake here is night vision. Even th...
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The $269 Icontrol Piper nv is one of the most expensive Web-linked security cameras on the market, but it's also among the few that features an integrated Z-Wave controller -- a chip that lets it remotely control Z-Wave-compatible accessories as diverse a...
Easy setup, Multiple security modes, Integrated alarm system, Remotely controls Z-Wave-compatible home accessories, Night vision...
Pricey compared to similar cameras, Can' tilt or rotate the camera, No Web-based control panel, App sometimes has trouble connecting to the camera...
If you're willing to pay a premium, the Piper nv is a security camera and home-automation system rolled into one...
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Though we Americans like to talk smack about our upstairs neighbors, Canada has done a lot for our continent and the world at large The Great White North has given us Rush, Gretzky, and Second City Television, just to name a few of its enduring contribut...
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When we reviewed the Piper$199.00 at Amazon from Icontrol Networks last summer, we were impressed with the camera's image quality, ease of use, and the fact that it can control numerous Z-Wave home automation devices. But we were left wanting fo...
Excellent HD image detail. Pan, tilt, and zoom functions. Sharp night vision. Integrates with Z-Wave devices. Two-way audio.
No Web app. Can't download recorded video. No local storage...
The Icontrol Networks Piper nv is a unique security camera that doubles as a home automation hub. This time around it offers night vision, a more robust camera sensor, and a faster processor...
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When we got our hands on the original Icontrol Piper in July 2014, we concluded that the security-camera/Z-Wave-hub combo had room to grow. The addition of night vision (a $70 premium over the original device, which remains available) is a good step forwa...
Night vision, Easy to install, Clean and intuitive control software...
App is iOS or Android only (no Mac or PC control), Inconsistent video quality, Unreliable connectivity...
The addition of night vision makes Piper a much better security camera, but connection issues and app limitations should cause pause when considering it as the hub of complete smart home system...
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Home security is always a concern for people. But all too often the price of security can be prohibitively expensive for most households.Piper has a security system that offers a camera, motion detector, noise detection and alarm. It promises to be compat...
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