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The Arlo Essential Security Camera 2K (2nd Gen) is your go-to for keeping an eye on things at home, no strings attached—literally. Its wireless setup means you can stick it wherever you need without messing with cables. Got a shady character lurking? The built-in spotlight and siren will send them packing, and with color night vision, you won't miss a thing, even when it's pitch black. Plus, you can peek in live or get pinged the moment something moves, all from your phone.
Getting it up and running is a snap—just hook it up to Wi-Fi, and you're good to go. Rain or shine, this tough little camera can take it, thanks to its weatherproof build. And hey, it throws in a trial of the Arlo Secure plan, so you can test out fancy extras like cloud storage and smarter alerts. Plays nice with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant too, making it a breeze to fit into your smart home setup.
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
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Arlo VMC2050 White Crystal-clear 2K resolution
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CURISEE CRS300 2K Image & Night Vision
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HITELLARCAM CB54 2K UHD video & full-color night vision
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TP-Link C110P2 2K High Definition video
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ELECCTV W1-4PC 2.4&5Ghz-Wifi connectivity
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GMK CG6
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| Brand | Arlo | CURISEE | HITELLARCAM | TP-Link | ELECCTV | GMK |
| Model | VMC2050 | CRS300 | CB54 | C110P2 | W1-4PC | CG6 |
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| Price | $74.99 | $28.49 | $25.48 | $39.99 | $97.99 | $45.98 |
| Seller | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon |
| Update | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | Outdoor, Indoor | Indoor | Outdoor, Indoor | ||
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone | Smartphone | Tablet, Smartphone | Alexa | ||
| Power Source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Wi-Fi |
| Controller Type | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Vicohome | Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Android | Amazon Alexa | |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount | Wall/Celling/Tabletop Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | |
| Video Capture Resolution | 2K | 2K | 2K | 1296p | 2K QHD (2304*1296) | 1296p |
| Number of Items | 2 | 1 | 4 | |||
| Night Vision Range | 33 Feet | 30 Feet | 33 Feet | 33 Feet | ||
| Batteries Required | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||
| Video Capture Format | MP4 | MPEG-4 | MP4 | |||
| International Protection Rating | IP65 | IP65 | IP65 | |||