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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C500 1080P Full HD Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Camera, 360°Motion Tracking, IP65, Smart Person Detection, Colour Night Vision, Cloud and Local Storage, Works With Alexa and Google, No Monthly Fee

C500 1080P Full HD Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Camera, 360°Motion Tracking, IP65, Smart Person Detection, Colour Night Vision, Cloud and Local Storage, Works With Alexa and Google, No Monthly Fee

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Brand
Tapo
Model name
Tapo C500
Connectivity technology
WIFI
Special feature
1080p Full HD

🌙Colour night vision up to 98 ft

📸1080p Full HD clarity

🔄360° pan & 130° tilt coverage

Description

🔒 Elevate your outdoor security game with 360° smart surveillance — because peace of mind never looked this sharp!

VIVID COLOUR NIGHT VISION - See beyond darkness with vibrant colour footage up to 30 meters, ensuring safety around the clock.
AI POWERED PERSON DETECTION - Smart alerts that distinguish people from other motion, reducing false alarms and boosting security.
CRYSTAL CLEAR 1080 P FULL HD - Experience razor-sharp live video with every detail captured in stunning clarity.
COMPLETE 360 PAN 130 TILT - Never miss a moment with seamless, high-speed motion tracking that covers every angle.
FLEXIBLE STORAGE VOICE CONTROL - Choose between local microSD or cloud storage with no monthly fees, plus effortless Alexa and Google integration.

The Tapo C500 is a robust outdoor security camera featuring 1080p Full HD resolution, 360° horizontal and 130° vertical coverage, and AI-powered person detection with motion tracking. It offers vivid colour night vision up to 98 feet, flexible local and cloud storage options without monthly fees, and seamless compatibility with Alexa and Google voice assistants. Designed for all-weather durability (IP65), it ensures comprehensive home protection with smart alerts and two-way audio communication.

Specifications

Indoor/Outdoor usage	Outdoor
Compatible devices	Smartphone
Power source	Corded Electric
Connectivity protocol	HomePlug, Wi-Fi
Controller type	Voice Control, app control
Mounting type	Wall Mount
Video capture resolution	1080p
Colour	White
Number of items	1
Included components	Anchors and Screws, Mounting Template, Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide Mounting Screws, Tapo C500 Camera
Number of channels	2
Form factor	Dome
Effective video resolution	1080
Viewing angle	360 Degrees
Night-vision range	30 Metres
Frame rate	15 frames_per_second
Material	Ceiling
Voltage	12 Volts
Wattage	5.4 watts
Item dimensions L x W x H	12.4 x 12.3 x 9 centimetres
Water resistance level	Waterproof
Product Dimensions	12.38 x 12.3 x 9 cm; 710 g
Item model number	Tapo C500
Manufacturer	TP-Link
Are Batteries Included	Yes
Item Weight	710 g
Guaranteed software updates until	unknown

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