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SMC Networks, Inc., manufacturer of megapixel IP-cameras and cloud-based video surveillance storage solutions, has released the newest version of its wireless home security camera along with a new and improved version of the Secure Watch smartphone app. Secure Watch mobile app, for both iPhone and Android, provides an extremely easy to set up and use smartphone experience. The updated SMC2030W-H Wi-Fi security camera is elegantly suited for home or small office use needing live-view monitor...

Avigilon Blue is a powerful and advanced cloud service platform for security and surveillance that is purpose-built for Avigilon partners and their customers. The first release of Avigilon Blue provides managed services for video surveillance, powered by patented Avigilon self-learning video analytics. The platform enables partners to remotely connect to, manage, and service more customer sites with fewer resources. For customers, Avigilon Blue provides easy and secure system access, smart notif...

Camera modules, aka block cameras, are devices with an integrated image sensor, lens optics, video output and control electronics. With their easy integration in imaging systems, camera modules are widely used in a range of photography and video applications globally, e.g. in video surveillance and industrial automation. With the MP2030M-GS, Tamron Co. Ltd is advancing this product species to an unseen level so as to improve existing and enable new applications, featuring an industrial grade CM...

Redvision, manufacturer of high-performance, rugged CCTV products, has added two pre-built, fixed-camera options to its newly-launched VEGA rugged housing range. Security installers can now buy complete, rugged, fixed-camera solutions from Redvision, with the same tough, hazardous or corrosive, outdoor, surveillance characteristics as their market-leading X-SERIES and VOLANT rugged PTZ cameras. VEGA 2052 and 2054 cameras The initial VEGA 2050 camera options include the VEGA 2052 with a built-i...

Hikvision, a global IoT solutions provider with video as its core technology, has announced a new plug-in for its thermal and speed dome cameras as a result of continuing collaboration with its strategic partner, Milestone Systems. This gives operators a better situational awareness through visual verification of alarms. Hikvision’s plug-in for Milestone XProtect enables the operator to view ‘bounding boxes’ in the XProtect Smart Client and to receive alarms from a Hikvision t...

Hikvision, the worldwide IoT solutions provider with video as its core technology, announces a new plug-in for its thermal and speed dome cameras as a result of continuing collaboration with its strategic partner Milestone Systems. This gives operators a better situational awareness through visual verification of alarms. Hikvision’s plug-in for Milestone XProtect enables the operator to view ‘bounding boxes’ in the XProtect Smart Client and to receive alarms from a Hikvision t...

Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, announced the addition of new 5 MP models to its V940 camera line, which includes both dome and bullet style cameras. The V940 line, which features motorised Varifocal Auto Iris lens, enhanced wide dynamic range (WDR) and Smart IR technology, is designed for premium performance in every possible lighting condition. Triple streaming video The cameras provide triple str...

Clarion Events’ Defence & Security division has appointed Grant Burgham as the new Event Director for Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI). With 17 years of experience working on major global events for organisers such as Reed Exhibitions, the Dubai World Trade Centre and Centaur exhibitions, Grant joins Clarion with a wealth of experience from the high-tech British engineering sector, IT & communications and the international maritime industry.Grant's skilled leade...

Arecont Vision, a global provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, welcomes Paladin Sales Group as members of the company’s Manufacturer’s Representative Partner program. The Paladin Sales Group team will complement the Arecont Vision sales team in the Northeast United States, by supporting end users, systems integrators, and distributors. “Rich Paladino has built an outstanding team who provide expert sales advice, support, and training for their portfolio of advanced...

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers have developed Light Invariant Video Imaging (LIVI) software technology that will significantly improve picture clarity in sub-optimal lighting and enhance object recognition. The new software will enhance many smart camera applications, including facial recognition for security and augmented reality. LIVI increases camera functionality eliminating the effects of background or dynamic lighting conditions, thereby delivering shadow-free images...

Traka has launched a new downloadable white paper to open a discussion on the opportunities and challenges of introducing body worn technology into our communities. The white paper, entitled ‘Body Worn Camera Technology in our Community’, looks at the growing interest in the technology, especially across police and emergency services, prisons and education. Taken into account are the positives of video surveillance in each of these environments alongside the concerns cited, primaril...

Dahua Technology, a solution provider in the global video surveillance industry, is being honoured, once again, as the recipient of iF Design Award, this time for its industrial camera – ‘Eye in the Sky Robot’. iF DESIGN AWARD is among the most prestigious and largest design competitions in the world. Since 1953, designers, manufacturers and users have looked to iF as a sign of good design. With 6,402 entries from 54 countries, iF DESIGN AWARD has seen a record number of submi...

IC Realtime, a provider of digital surveillance and security technology announced that a time-lapse compiler and creation tool is the first feature update available for Ella, IC Realtime’s cloud-based deep-learning search engine solution that augments surveillance systems with natural language search capabilities. Algorithmic and deep learning tools Ella uses both algorithmic and deep learning tools to give any surveillance or security camera the ability to recognise objects, colors, peo...

Vicon Industries, designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, announced that its new 2MP and 4MP turret cameras, ideal for retail and hospitality applications, are now shipping. The V930D and V9500D Series are turret, or “eyeball,” cameras featuring H.264/H.265 compression, wide-dynamic-range, IR LEDs and low-light capabilities. They can be surface, wall or ceiling mounted, is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and offer ext...

Mobile CCTV manufacturer Revader Security will be demonstrating its new and improved re-deployable cameras and mobile surveillance tower at Security and Policing 2018, taking place at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre on 6-8th March 2018. The specialist security products are engineered to perform highly in harsh environments yet are straightforward to install in virtually any location and can be rapidly repositioned to respond to changing security demands. Power opt...

Milestone Systems, specialising in networked video management software (VMS), has announced a new global program for hardware partners in the Milestone community. This unique open program enables hardware manufacturers to ship their servers, clients and storage solutions powered by Milestone XProtect software. The Milestone Channel Partners and customers will benefit from tested and validated hardware configurations from leading hardware manufacturers. With XProtect Essential+ preloaded on the...

Arecont Vision, an IP-based megapixel camera technology provider, has announced that the Badger Reps firm has joined the company’s Manufacturer’s Representative Partner program. Badger Reps will enhance the Arecont Vision sales team in the US West region in providing expert pre-sales assistance to end users, systems integrators, and distributors. “Cliff Hamilton’s team at Badger Reps are proven advisors to their many customers, providing superior customer service, best-i...

Matrix, a manufacturer of telecom and security solutions is to display its products at Securex West Africa 2018. The event, organised in Nigeria, is an ideal platform for different industries to network with their peers and showcase latest products. From the telecom domain, Matrix will display its elite range of devices which addresses the multi-location collaboration, mobility and hybrid communication needs of West African enterprises. Matrix will exhibit its Unified Communication Server speci...

TeleEye, a global supplier in video surveillance systems, is pleased to announce the introduction of the new MP2300 Series starlight network camera to their extensive camera product line. The MP2300 Series features 2MP resolution and Sony starlight CMOS sensor, providing efficient and reliable performance for day and night surveillance at a competitive price. The MP2300 Series family comprises of 4 camera models with different designs and features, and yet, all of the cameras integrate with Tel...

Oncam, a global provider of 360-degree video capture and business intelligence technology, has announced the addition of the Evolution 180 product range to its portfolio, building upon the experience and heritage of the company's 360-degree technology. The addition of the panoramic 180-degree camera range meets the needs of customers in a variety of markets that require a purpose-built, wall-mounted camera with Panoramic+ views from a single sensor. Environments that benefit from this unique v...

Matrix IP cameras are powered by Sony STARVIS Series Sensor for exceptional low-light performance, which gives color images at as low as 0.08 lux. Moreover, these cameras support True WDR for consistent image quality in varying light conditions. Furthermore, these H.265 compression cameras come with two-way audio functionality to capture clear audio and video. All these features make it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. The key features of the camera include: Incorporated w...

FLIR Systems, Inc. has announced that it has completed the sale of its Canadian security products subsidiary Lorex, Inc. in a transaction that also included its Toronto-headquartered small and medium-sized (SMB) security products business. Acquiring the business is Chinese video surveillance giant Dahua, which previously had served as the primary OEM supplier of video surveillance products to Lorex. Visible spectrum security services Together, these businesses generated $140 million of revenu...

Redvision, a manufacturer of high-performance and rugged CCTV cameras, has launched the Redvision VEGA 2010, rugged camera housing for tough, hazardous or corrosive, outdoor surveillance applications. The VEGA 2010 will house fixed camera and lens combinations, up to 290mm in length, offering protection from dirt, moisture and dust ingress. It is cable-managed, with a built-in junction box, making it simple to install and vandal-resistant. It is also symmetrical, so it can be pedestal mounted,...

PSA has named Ric McCullough chief operating officer for the company as of February 1, 2018. McCullough has served as the vice president of sales and customer service for PSA since 2012 and was responsible for the daily sales and customer success operations for the company. With his appointment to COO, McCullough will expand his role to also oversee marketing, vendor relations and educational programs and services for the company. McCullough brings over 30 years of operations, sales and custome...

OnSSI announces the release of Ocularis 5.5, the latest update to the company’s industry leading Video Management Software (VMS) platform. Ocularis 5.5 includes new integrations and automation functions that increase overall performance and cost-efficiency. “This latest release of Ocularis provides a long list of new features and improvements that solve the emerging needs of users across a wide range of applications to deliver the latest functionality for enterprise level surveillan...

Oncam, a provider of 360-degree video capture and business intelligence technology, has completed the retesting and documentation of its 360-degree solutions with Milestone XProtect open-platform IP video management software (VMS). The certification guarantees the interoperability of the tested solution with Milestone XProtect VMS and ensures users gain access to a proven system designed to increase awareness and enhance intelligence. Milestone XProtect Recording Server The Oncam video p...

In November of 2017, the Vietnamese police seized a number of smuggler dens that had illegally sold Dahua security equipment while they were conducting "smuggling and counterfeiting" remediation operations. The smugglers allegedly conducted illegal smuggling and counterfeiting of popular brand products. After being informed of the incident, Dahua cooperated actively with the investigation of Vietnamese police, providing supports to technically identify the goods. Dahua equipment tampered Furt...

Razberi Technologies, the intelligent surveillance platform company, has launched a new Channel Partner Program to offer resellers greater potential for increased revenues and profitability. Authorised Partners will have access to a range of incentives, discounts, tools, and programs designed to help them market and sell the award-winning Razberi ServerSwitchIQ video surveillance platform with built-in CameraDefense cybersecurity protections. “The demand for video surveillance and cyberse...

Safety remains a critical concern for schools with violence, burglaries and shooting incidents appearing frequently on the headlines. To capture, alarm, track crimes and create safer learning environments for students and faculties, schools are progressively looking toward integrated and smarter surveillance solutions. Surveon provides education solutions with complete product lines, including high-resolution cameras with extremely low RMA rate, NVRs with premium-grade RAID function as well as...

Avigilon Corporation, provider of security solutions, announced its latest innovation in video analytics capabilities with the launch of Avigilon Unusual Motion Detection (UMD) technology, available in its upcoming Avigilon Control Center (ACC) 6.8 video management software.  A new level of automation UMD is an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology that brings a new level of automation to surveillance and is designed to reveal events that may have otherwise been missed. Without...