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Review on πŸ“· FOSCAM G4: Full HD 4MP 2K WiFi Outdoor Security Camera with Human-Only Detection, Motion Detection, Free Cloud Service Included, 65ft Night Vision with IR Lights | IP66 Weatherproof | Supports Alexa by Bill Wasson

Revainrating 5 out of 5

This camera is amazing! Easy use of FTP storage.

I assembled the camera fairly quickly, although I had to cut off two screw heads which made assembly difficult - cheap metal. Nothing special because I have tons of different screws that did the job. The software is great. Strictly follow the instructions. To give a quick overview: 1) Connect the camera to a router or switch via Ethernet. If you use Wi-Fi, set it up later. 2) Download the hardware search tool software from Foscam website. 3) Scan the device with the software. This will give you the IP and port. Open the address in a browser. 4) Install the required internet browser plug-in. 5) Create a new username and password after attempting to log into the camera software. 6) Go to the "Settings" tab in the camera software and there you can set up Wi-Fi and more. *** I recommend updating the firmware BEFORE switching to WiFi. *** I recommend setting a static IP address in the router for this camera. I have set up an FTP service on my home computer and only allow connection using the camera's IP address. I then configured the camera settings to record everything on the FTP server. Also set up dynamic DNS so I can connect when I'm not at home. Works perfectly! The quality is excellent!

Pros
  • The best
Cons
  • Negative impression

Comments (13)

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May 19, 2023
Good Camera, great support
February 15, 2023
Terrific camera at reasonable price
February 09, 2023
This camera is awesome! Using FTP storage with ease.
February 04, 2023
Impossibly bad documentation
February 01, 2023
I think I purchased the worst camera system available.
January 25, 2023
This camera is awesome! Using FTP storage with ease.
January 21, 2023
WiFi Setup DOES NOT WORK
December 27, 2022
Access via port 88 fails. Proprietary junk, sucker bait for expensive cloud service
December 18, 2022
UPDATE-Best Cameras For the Money And Easy Setup
December 18, 2022
Somewhat Tricky to Install and Limited Web Viewer