TP-Link started selling the Tapo H500 hub for home security cameras. The device costs about $139 and helps people save videos from up to 16 cameras without cloud storage. Users need to add their hard drive since it comes with only 16GB of built-in memory. The hub works with drives up to 16TB, letting users keep large amounts of footage at home instead of paying for online storage.
Right now, the hub works only with TP-Link cameras, but the company plans to add support for other brands this summer. The Tapo H500 connects with Matter-compatible smart home systems, making it easy to use with devices from different makers. Users can link it through Wi-Fi or cable, depending on their setup. The system features a loud 110-decibel alarm for extra security.
People can watch live video on a TV using the HDMI port, which shows four cameras at once. They can also check feeds through the Tapo app when away from home. TP-Link will add face recognition features later, helping the system tell family members from strangers. Another upcoming update will let the system follow someone across different camera views.
Right now, the hub works only with TP-Link cameras, but the company plans to add support for other brands this summer. The Tapo H500 connects with Matter-compatible smart home systems, making it easy to use with devices from different makers. Users can link it through Wi-Fi or cable, depending on their setup. The system features a loud 110-decibel alarm for extra security.
People can watch live video on a TV using the HDMI port, which shows four cameras at once. They can also check feeds through the Tapo app when away from home. TP-Link will add face recognition features later, helping the system tell family members from strangers. Another upcoming update will let the system follow someone across different camera views.
