How it differs from a surveillance webcam

According to IT之家, the Xiaomi Smart Camera Videochiamata 2 went on sale in September with a list price of 499 yuan. The novelty compared with traditional home cameras is the combination of a 3.97-inch screen with 480x800 resolution and large buttons designed to be easy to press. The source claims that the press feels crisp and the response is quicker, a useful element for those who are not comfortable with smartphones and apps.

Three ways to start the conversation

The device enables two-way calls between the camera and a smartphone or between two cameras, as reported by the source. IT之家 also cites three start modes: a gesture, a single button, or a connected command. For audio, the company has provided two microphones, a larger-diameter speaker, and intelligent noise reduction, with the stated aim of making the voice clearer for the listener.

The spec sheet indicates an 8-megapixel resolution, equal to 3840x2160 pixels, and therefore the ability to record in 4K. The camera also has a motorized horizontal head with a 360-degree field of view and manual tilt adjustment from 0 to 30 degrees. This widens the observable area, but does not eliminate the vertical coverage limits that stem from the stated range.

Price and terms of the offer

The source reports that on JD.com the price has dropped to 388.8 yuan for PLUS subscribers, thanks to an 11-yuan coupon. This is a reduction from the initial 499 yuan, but the source does not clarify how long the promotion lasts or whether the price remains valid for all customers. The same page also mentions discount vouchers for purchases on JD.com and Taobao, without specifying how many users can obtain them or when they expire.

Lastly, IT之家 reports that the camera is equipped with a 1.5T chip with computing capacity 50 percent higher than the previous generation. The source also states compatibility with the Xiaomi ecosystem and the ability to show the image captured by the camera during a video call. These are largely statements reported from the manufacturer: independent tests are lacking on audio quality, accuracy of person recognition, and reliability of video transmission.

Source and attribution: this original summary was prepared by AICronaca based on the report by IT之家 ↗. The statements are attributed to the source; any information limitations: The information comes from a single source, IT之家, which reports data provided by the manufacturer and a promotional price in yuan without indicating duration, availability for all customers, or the date the price was recorded. Independent verification is not available on actual performance, duration of the promotion, or commercialization outside China..