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I mean, there isn't much the cameras have to do. They need an SoC that can process relatively low resolution video and output it over a network. Anything comple
by starky 2y ago
I mean, there isn't much the cameras have to do. They need an SoC that can process relatively low resolution video and output it over a network. Anything complex is intended to be done through a cloud service to sell a subscription. Consumers don't want to pay for expensive cameras, so they use an OEM that has designed a super basic camera that is built in high volumes to make use of economies of scale.
- mv4 2y agoWe've done exactly that with our cameras, I feel cameras are a commodity. Our Cameras are built by Uniview but run our firmware. Outside of cameras (which also feel need to be very basic), we do have our own hardware design and manufacturing capabilities: video security hubs, PoE and WiFi relays.
- starky 2y agoDo you worry about the risks of using a Chinese OEM considering the rulings against Hik and Dahua for NDAA and the FCC? Seems like the smart move if you are using an OEM is to at least use one of the Taiwanese OEMs Consumer grade cameras are definitely commoditized, but the higher end cameras with on camera analytics aren't.
- mv4 2y agoShort answer - yes, and we've already taken steps to remedy that.