does the app show images of what triggered the cam and can the clip be viewed by tapping the image stored on SD card without a subscription ?

It does show what triggered the event but often it either misses it or the app itself freezes. If you wait a minute and look again you can see the trigger.

This camara is it Subscription free

Yes no subscription required Records to micro sd card

Am i required to *use* a paid cloud service, or can i just store on an sd card.? please & thank you.

Hi there..you can store on an sd card ...I use a 32gig..hope this helps

How long is the power cable?

Not sure but it's long enough to reach from the ceiling to plug level with plenty of spare

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🔒 Elevate your home security game with 360° smart surveillance—because peace of mind is the ultimate luxury.

AI POWERED SMART ALERTS - Get instant notifications with person detection, motion tracking, and even baby cry detection—only alerts that matter, so you never miss a moment.
SEE EVERY DETAIL DAY OR NIGHT - Experience razor-sharp 1080p HD video with advanced 850nm infrared LEDs for flawless night vision up to 30 feet—no IR glare, just pure clarity.
SEAMLESS SMART HOME INTEGRATION - Effortlessly control and view your camera via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant—hands-free security that fits your modern lifestyle.
FLEXIBLE SECURE STORAGE OPTIONS - Choose between local microSD storage (up to 512GB) or encrypted cloud backup with a free 30-day trial—your data, your rules, always protected.
COMPLETE 360 SURVEILLANCE COVERAGE - Pan 360° horizontally and tilt 114° vertically to monitor every corner of your space—perfect for keeping an eye on pets, babies, or your home office.

The Tapo TC70 is a sleek indoor security camera delivering 1080p Full HD video with 360° pan and 114° tilt coverage. Equipped with advanced night vision up to 30 feet and AI-driven person, motion, and baby cry detection, it ensures comprehensive monitoring. Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, it offers flexible storage via microSD or cloud, backed by a 2-year warranty and 24/7 support—perfect for millennial professionals seeking smart, reliable home security.

Specifications

ASIN	B08K3M6N7C
Alert Type	Motion Only
Antenna Location	Indoor camera, pet camera, dog camera, baby monitor, security camera, wifi camera, CCTV, puppy camera, home camera, cat camera, garden camera
Batteries are Required	No
Best Sellers Rank	127 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 5 in Dome Cameras
Brand	Tapo
Colour	White
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Connectivity Protocol	Wi-Fi
Control Method	Voice
Controller Type	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Country of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (32,022)
Effective Still Resolution	1080 Pixels
Effective Video Resolution	1080
Field Of View	360 Degrees
Form Factor	Dome
Frequency Band Class	Single-Band
Included Components	TC70 Camera;Power Adapter;Quick Start Guide;Camera Base;Mounting Screws;Mounting Template
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Installation Type	Freestanding
Item Dimensions	8.5 x 8.7 x 11.8 centimetres
Item Type Name	Security Camera
Item Weight	0.2 Kilograms
Light Source	LED
Manufacturer	TP-Link
Manufacturer Warranty Description	2 year manufacturer.
Material	Plastic
Memory Storage Capacity	128 GB
Model Name	TC70
Model Number	TC70
Mount Type	Ceiling Mount
Network Connectivity Technology	Wi-Fi Built In
Night Vision	Night Color
Night Vision Range	30 Feet
Number of Channels	2
Other Special Features of the Product	Night Vision
Part Number	TC70
Photo Sensor Technology	CMOS
Power source	Corded Electric
Rear Webcam Resolution	1080 Pixels
Room Type	Office
Unit Count	1.0 count
Usage	Business, Multimedia, Personal
Video Capture Format	AVI, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Capture Resolution	2MP Full HD
Voltage	9 Volts
Waterproof Rating	IP65
Wattage	24 watts
Wireless Technology Type	Wi-Fi
Zoom Type	Digital Zoom

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