We have new security camera Logitech Circle 2. Logitech has reworked its Circle security camera. It can now monitor a larger area that is it can over 180 degree. And it is available with a cable or rechargeable battery as well as with well thought-out mounting options.
The Logitech Circle 2 is a new version of Logitech’s longer-available security camera. The most important innovation is that instead of a field of view of 135 degrees, the Logitech Circle 2 now shows 180 degrees. So we really have a huge area to a single eyesight. The device still records its data with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. Which also needs more space requirements and there is a need for alternatives such as the Cam IQ from Nest.
Logitech Circle 2 Rainwater resistant camera can also watch weather
Logitech now also offers the rainwater-resistant Logitech Circle 2 in a cable-connected version. This one also comes with a battery. The latter one is to provide the camera with sufficient energy for the movement sensor and for occasional recording at the door for up to three months. However permanent films, of course, are not possible for so long period. There is also an indication whether the camera is in standby mode or in recording mode. This is recognizable by the colors of a small ring around the lens. It can also communicate with the integrated microphone and loudspeaker over the device.
Logitech has told us that many users of the first Circle wanted more options for attaching the device. They would not like to take the interior of their house, but to take a look outside. For example, to assess the weather it also handy one to do this job. The manufacture, therefore, offers a kind of plastic ring. Which is fixed at the window? The Logitech Circle 2 is screwed into this and films outside, even without reflections.
In addition, the device Logitech Circle 2 can be attached directly to an electrical outlet by means of an adapter or attached to walls or similar with different devices. All the devices and accessories of this camera give us a high-quality impression.
Logitech Circle 2 Livestream and Summary
The control is the same as for the first Circle via the app available for iOS, Android and Android TV or via the browser. The image is streamed to any number of devices so that the entire family or editorial team can keep an eye on it. The videos are stored on Logitech servers and transmitted in encrypted form. The manufacturer told us that even they have no access to the content of the data. You can also set up various alarms and notifications on a mobile device, as well as enable a night vision mode.
By default, servers delete a recording after 24 hours. However longer storage is available against paying subscriptions starting at 4 euros per month. A practical feature is the possibility to display a 30 seconds long time frame of the past hours on the smartphone. If there is something particularly noticeable, one can look at the point in normal speed. Logitech has not incorporated vision detection systems into its software.
Logitech Circle 2 Pricing
The cable-bound version of the Circle 2 can already be pre-ordered for about 200 euros. But the version with battery costs 230 euros. Also, the accessories such as the adapter for the socket or the ring for windows cost extra. Delivery schedule will start in July 2018.