Aqara Launches Camera Hub G5 Pro

Smart home company Aqara today announced the global availability of its Camera Hub G5 Pro, which is designed specifically for outdoor surveillance. The G5 Pro integrates with the Apple Home app and it supports HomeKit Secure Video.

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Available in two colors, the G5 Pro provides 2.6K Quad HD recording with True Color Night Vision that Aqara says provides clear images even at night. The True Color Night Vision feature supports 1520p resolution and offers a 133 degree field of view with an f/1.0 aperture that captures more light than traditional f/2.0 lenses.

A built-in neural processing unit allows for on-device AI object detection and sound detection, so the camera is able to analyze footage and alert homeowners of potential threats like an individual lingering or a stolen package, plus it can send alerts when the lens is obstructed and packages are detected. The AI can also be used to set up an automation that will deter intruders, and the camera has a 100-decibel speaker and a dimmable spotlight.

The G5 Pro is a Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, and it connects to Aqara Matter bridges, so it can improve smart home networking connectivity. Live and recorded video is end-to-end encrypted, and stored footage is synced to iCloud or Aqara's cloud services. It can also be set up to sync footage to a local NAS system.

Both Power-over-Ethernet and dual-band Wi-Fi are supported, with PoE offering an option for uninterrupted connection. With the on-device AI, the camera is able to record critical events and trigger automations even when the internet is out.

The Camera Hub G5 Pro is priced starting at $180 and it can be purchased from the Aqara website or from Amazon.

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Top Rated Comments

ersan191 Avatar
8 months ago
The camera may be QHD but keep in mind HomeKit Secure Video only supports up to 1080p
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Lucky736 Avatar
8 months ago

How does the wifi version gets it power? Is there a solar panel option? I'm looking to replace my Arlo cameras.
You can buy any solar panel that uses a USB-C connection. It appears to use 5V 2A. Pretty standard. :)
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)
HobeSoundDarryl Avatar
8 months ago

Nice ? a little pricey but nice…
Summarizes all HomeKit-equipped stuff. ???
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)
waltman Avatar
8 months ago
Although it doesn’t have three cameras, it seems to intentionally mimic the iPhone’s camera (and microphone) layout. ?
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)
turbineseaplane Avatar
8 months ago
Shame there's no truly wireless version

I've gotten very used to that in the Arlo product line and it's really convenient to be able to put them truly "anywhere" (have one hidden in a tree)
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)
redmac Avatar
8 months ago

Summarizes all HomeKit-equipped stuff. ???
When they can’t sell you storage, and can’t monetize your data, they end up asking for higher prices.

It’s your choice. Go through your priorities and make an informed decision.
Score: 1 Votes (Like | Disagree)