Battery-Powered Hidden Cameras

BATTERY POWERED SPY CAMERAS THAT WORK ANYWHERE

Spy cameras are a great way to keep an eye on your surroundings, visitors, and your valuables without anyone knowing. The battery-powered hidden camera helps users keep themselves safe from possible data breaches, attacks, and unwanted attention.

The spy camera records activities on a property. For instance, it makes keeping an eye on a nanny easier if you are concerned about your children's safety while you are at the office. Similarly, you can check the room footage once you return from the office.

The best part is that these cameras are easy to use, save files, and monitor visitors as long as they are plugged in. It also gives the owners the ability to secure their home, set parameters, and many other benefits.

Installing these spy cameras is within your rights, as anything that happens on your property is your concern. The versatility of these cameras is what makes them an excellent option.

People are now investing in these WIFI-enabled hidden cameras because of their easy view option with your Apple or Android phone. These cameras are primarily designed to keep the indoors safe, but you can also install them on your building entrance.

However, note that the kind of camera you choose for surveillance or spying will significantly impact your result. Therefore, we have a few factors you should consider before buying these hidden cameras.

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BATTERY POWERED HIDDEN CAMERA BUYING GUIDE

Following are the top factors you should consider before investing in a hidden camera for yourself.

BATTERY LIFE

The most crucial factor is how long your hidden camera lasts for surveillance. Most users need round-the-clock protection, which is why choosing good battery life matters a lot.

It is why the popular cameras have long-lasting batteries to surveil the area, even without power. An average battery of 12-hours should suffice for emergencies, but you still need to find a camera with a backup energy source.

STORAGE SPACE

No one knows how close they are to an unpleasant situation. For instance, someone could follow you to your home and gain home access without you knowing it. While there isn't much you can do on your own; the spy cameras are designed to inform users through surveillance alerts. You can record intruders' possible break-ins and take safety precautions. It can also help determine if a person tries to enter your premises in disguise.

We're proud that our cameras are often used by people who need to protect themselves. The latest spy camera in the market links well to the internet and can help get real-life updates of an area anywhere. This is why these products are one of the most popular options on SpyCentre at the moment.

BACKUP POWER

 The spy cameras are only as reliable as their backup power options. You really wouldn't want to invest in a battery-powered hidden camera that does not have sufficient backup support. Imagine trying to record an intruder during a power outage only to find your hidden cameras die out on you.

Even the best features like motion capture, recording, micro sd card support, toggle menu close options, and others are useless if you do not have sufficient backup power.

We understand if you aren't sure about battery backup power timings because battery-powered hidden cameras do not have descriptions. However, you can always ask the supplier or check the camera products page to get more information.

CAMERA CLARITY

Your camera clarity is a critical player in determining your video recording quality. It is why nanny cams have helped catch immoral and illegal activities in the house or work while the owners were gone. Note that the better your cameras are hidden, the harder it will be for intruders to locate them. You can easily monitor the illegal visitor's motion and keep yourself safe with constant recording options.

We also suggest running down the rechargeable battery every few months and checking to ensure your SD card is storing video properly by downloading the stored video onto your computer. This step helps to ensure the SD card is not corrupt and not storing data. It's also good to review your general settings through your app to ensure motion settings and the time and date are correct, as time changes can impact some cameras.

Moreover, try investing in a battery-powered hidden camera with night vision support. Cameras that see in the dark can also help foil possible burglary attempts. Above all else, clean your recording device. Wipe it down and ensure it's clean and that no dust build-up has covered the lens.

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PORTABLE SURVEILLANCE: CAMERA OPTIONS

Portable surveillance is a true blessing for anyone who knows how to use hidden cameras and battery or electric-powered hidden cameras. We understand that it is a bit difficult for owners to choose the correct option from so many products, which is why we have a list of a few products you can choose from.

WIFI 1080P MINI CLOCK CAMERA

The WIFI 1080P Mini Clock Camera offers superb and easy-to-access recording. If the power goes out in the home or office, you'll be able to check the time and record what's happening in the dark! The powerful battery inside lets it record for up to 8 hours during the day, or nearly 3 hours when using the built-in infrared night vision LEDs. 

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 5.4oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• Charge Time: 4-5 hours
• Stream Quality: 1080P
• Video Resolution: 720P
• Frame Rate: 30fps~720P
• Lens: 120° FOV, Audio: No
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Night Vision Distance: 15 feet
• Video Storage 256GB: 200 hours
• Motion Detection Distance: 20 feet
• Phone App Support: Android or iPhone
• Continuous Battery Life with IR: 3 hours
• Continuous Battery Life without IR: 8 hours
• Product Dimensions: 1.5 x 1 3/4 x 4 1/4 inches
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .MP4, Memory: Up to 256GB Micro SD Card

HIGH-DEFINITION 1080P POWER BANK WIFI SECURITY CAMERA

HD 1080P Power Bank WIFI Security Camera is the ideal security camera to help monitor belongings and protect your space from intruders, burglars and, unsavory friends. The power bank actually works to charge things like your smartphone, providing a longer runtime while also helping to disguise the device!

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 5.3oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• Charge Time: 3-4 hours
• Stream Quality: 1080P
• Video Resolution: 720P
• Frame Rate: 30fps~720P
• Lens: 120° FOV, Audio: No
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Night Vision Distance: 18 feet
• Video Storage 256GB: 200 hours
• Motion Detection Distance: 20 feet
• WIFI Channels: 2.4Ghz and 5.0Ghz
• Continuous Battery Life no IR: 8 hours
• Continuous Battery Life with IR: 3 hours
• Phone App Support: Android or iPhone
• Product Dimensions: 4.0 x 2 3/8 x 1.0 inches
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .MP4, Memory: Up to 256GB Micro SD Card

MINI WIFI SECURITY CAMERA WITH ROTATABLE LENS

Features are jam-packed into this mini security camera. This tiny cam has everything. High-definition 720P video with the ability to be plugged in for 24/7 monitoring and continue to operate for 5 hours should the power go out thanks to the rechargeable battery and nearly 20 feet of night vision capability along with WIFI remote access with a smartphone or tablet. Let the Mini Security Camera with Rotatable Lens be your guard to capture video and audio recordings while away from the home or office. 

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 1.8oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• WIFI Connection: Yes
• Charge Time: 3-4 hours
• Video Resolution: 720P
• Frame Rate: 13fps~720P
• Lens: 120° FOV, Audio: Yes
• iOS and Android Compatible
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Video Storage 128GB: 45 hours
• Continuous Battery Life: 5 hours
• Motion Detection Distance: up to 25 feet
• Product Dimensions: 3 1/8 x 1 3/4 x 0.6 inches
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .MP4, Memory: Up to 128GB Micro SD Card

ZETTA MAX IR SURVEILLANCE CAMERA

Our Zetta Max IR Surveillance Camera is the top of line infrared camera option for advanced security and protection. With amazing body-heat passive-infrared motion-detecting technology, it can remain in a low-power standby state for up to 180 days while it waits for a warm body to move in front of the camera!

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 4.1oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• Charge Time: 6-8 hours
• Infrared Distance: 10 feet
• Lens: 160° FOV, Audio: Yes
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Video Resolution: 720P or 360P
• Video Storage 256GB: 200 hours
• Continuous Battery Life: 12 hours
• Frame Rate: 30fps~720P, 30fps~360P
• Product Dimensions: 4.0 x 2.25 x 1.0 inches
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .AVI, Memory: Up to 256GB Micro SD Card
• Standby Battery Life: 180 days **PIR triggering and power-saving mode enabled**

DO IT YOURSELF 1080P WIFI NANNY CAMERA KIT

The DIY 1080P WIFI Nanny Camera Kit comes with a 5-hour battery, and we also sell a 6-hour battery, too. From looking out from under a shelf to crafty installations in tissue boxes and more, this camera has been a favorite of human resource departments for years when setting up sting operations to catch shoplifters.

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 2.1oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• Stream Quality: 1080P
• Video Resolution: 1080P
• Frame Rate: 13fps~1080P
• Charge Time: 3-4 hours
• Lens: 90° FOV, Audio: No
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Continuous Battery Life: 5 hours
• Motion Detection Distance: 20 feet
• Application Name: HDSmart IPC
• WIFI Channels: 2.4Ghz and 5.0Ghz
• Phone App Support: Android or iPhone
• Product Dimensions: 1.5 x 1.75 x .75 inches
• Video Storage 256GB: over 200 hours (1 minute of recording is 18MB)
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .H.264, Memory: Up to 256GB Micro SD Card

ZMax 86 MicroStick Camera

The ZMax 86 MicroStick Camera is a long, thin camera perfect for dark corners and bookshelves and blends in well with spaces that have electronics. With special motion-activation features, it can last in a low-power standby mode for up to 25 days with no motion to trigger it. Enjoy crystal-clear 1080P security with high-fidelity audio recorded onto an SD card up to 256GB in size.

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 3.3oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• Charge Time: 6-9 hours
• Video Resolution: 1080P
• Frame Rate: 30fps~1080P
• Lens: 72° FOV, Audio: Yes
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Continuous Battery Life: 9 hours
• Video Storage 256GB: 156 hours
• Motion Detection Distance: 13 to 23 feet
• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 1.5 x .1.0 inches
• Standby Battery Life: 25 days **Motion and max battery enabled**
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .MP4, Memory: Up to 256GB Micro SD Card

Bluetooth Speaker Security Camera

KEY FEATURES

• Weight: 12.6oz
• Time and Date Stamp
• 330° Camera Rotation
• Stream Quality: 1080P
• Video Resolution: 1080P
• Lens: 90° FOV, Audio: No
• Charge Time: 10-12 hours
• Frame Rate: 25fps~1080P
• Mac or Windows Compatible
• Night Vision Distance: 15 feet
• Video Storage 256GB: 156 hours
• Motion Detection Distance: 20 feet
• WIFI Channels: 2.4Ghz and 5.0Ghz
• Phone App Support: Android or iPhone
• Product Dimensions: 5.0 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches
• Continuous Battery Life with IR: 8-10 hours
• PC Interface: USB, Video Format: .MP4, Memory: Up to 256GB Micro SD Card

Pro Black Box Security Camera with 180 Degree Rotatable Lens