With the advancement in technology, it is now possible to convert old devices like the iPad into a security camera. Jeanne Wang, for instance, uses a used iPad as a security camera to keep an eye on his kids and dog when he is not around. He did not have to buy expensive home security systems with extra cameras and hardware. Instead, he uses a free app called “Presence,” which he developed in his company, People Power, to monitor the activity on his iPhone.
According to Wayne, the app breathes new life into old devices, making them useful to keep an eye on your home even when you are away. To use the app, users must download it onto two devices. One device serves as a camera, and the other monitors the activity. Additionally, you need a constant Wi-Fi connection and power source. However, as long as the camera works, the monitoring device does not need to be in pristine condition.
People use the app for kid tracking, pet cams, and elderly camps. If you have an elderly relative that you are worried about, this app can come in handy. It allows two-way audio and video communication. The app can also detect motion like walking through a door. When the camera detects motion, it records a five-second video clip and sends it to your email.
Schools have even reached out to People Power to use the app for added security. One school district asked parents to donate their old iPhones to set up a campus-wide security system to improve the safety of their kids. People Power is working to expand the app’s capabilities so you can control more things around your home, like a radio-controlled thermostat and specialized electric plugs to control energy consumption.
In conclusion, you can use your old iPad as a security camera with the Presence app and monitor your home even when you are away. It is a cost-effective way to keep an eye on your kids, pets, and elderly relatives.