Or go for a camera which isn’t recording to a pricey recorder all the time, but gives you the option of doing a little surveillance via a device you already have and a phone app. A real camera which isn’t powered up is just an effective deterrent to most who see it, and it still leaves you the option of connecting it later. Alternatives to fake security camerasĪn alternative to buying a dummy camera is to buy a modestly-priced camera and then simply not connect it to anything. In short, there's nothing obvious here that will tip intruders off that it's not the real deal. And I can’t imagine the lack of cabling being interpreted as anything other than Wi-Fi connectivity. This is a very realistic instance of LEDs, similar to that of my Nest Cam Indoor, albeit in red not green. That’s exactly what is on offer here with the kitty-like ears in the “camera” recess and addition of red LED to give the impression, for example, to your babysitter that you’re checking in via a phone app. They are sold to look at home as baby camera monitors, while still having screw mount options. In recent years, the smart-home indoor security camera has become a commonplace sight around many homes, and they have a distinctly different look to the average security camera. Perhaps the only aspect which would make me ponder its reality is the label ‘Security Camera’, where one might expect a real brand. Even at close examination, the fake cable run and shielding are convincing. The bracket and adjustable position make it easy to place on the corner of a structure, so it won’t be missed and still appear to be monitoring your chosen spot. In terms of putting off unwelcome visitors, once again the blinking light is behind the main glass – weirder here than with a dome – but the presence of fake infra-red lights and lens shielding looks convincing. You will need to supply your own Ni-Cad rechargeable, but at least this will be less frequent than with other light-blinking options. The AlfaView has a better solution, with no apparent compromise: a solar panel which can top up the charge of AA batteries, which keep the red LED blinking every three seconds. There are many prospective criminals who decide to look elsewhere on seeing a blinking light – why take the risk? – but for many fake cameras this is a powered feature which nudges them one step closer to the effort and cost of maintenance associated with a real CCTV camera.
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