I always go to YOUR videos FIRST whenever I'm looking for reviews. You always go straight to the point without a lot of jibber jabber about the weather, how cute your dog is or what you ate for dinner last night as many other reviewers do. If I have a question I've found that if I continue to watch the entire video you always end up explaining in detail something I might have had a question about. You ROCK man!
Couple years in and I got this for $10 when I ordered a few more blink outdoor cameras. It'll be going in my cabin so I can keep track of the interior as well. Your daughters cuties btw I'm sure they've grown a lot since you did this video.
Thank you so much for your review I just got mine today from Kohl's for $24 pre-black Friday and there's a lot in this small little camera The video is amazing the app was very easy instructions on how to add your Wi-Fi how long you want your video to record the notification alert I should have bought a couple more. If anyone's thinking about it don't think twice I even tested it at night and the night vision is spectacular as well.I gave it a 10 review for anyone thinking about it you will not be disappointed with added security.
Awesome review and demo, thank you. I just picked up the show 8 from target and there was a special offer for a blink mini camera for five bucks so I scooped it up based on your review!
Keep in mind that if you have an existing account with regular Blink cameras already on it, you will be able to store your Blink Mini recordings for free to that account. No extra charge.
Great video. I know this video is 2 yrs. old, but I just picked up a 2 pack at Best Buy for $33 can’t beat that. I believe this sale is good until 10/15/22. So far I’m liking the mini for what my needs are and the video is great.
I went for the BB sale and ended up returning my Blink Mini for the Eufy pan and tilt. Just a much better camera overall, even if you just want a basic camera. Much better video, sound and app. The pan and tilt has been much more useful than I thought but you can get the non tilt for a few dollars cheaper.
Hi... Can you show the alert feature on phone? Does Mini device provide a text or sound alert on phone or do you have to have app opened to see? Im missing something here.
I realize that I'm a bit late on my comment here, however on your complaint about the IR light clicking sound. There are three settings immediately above the IR intensity setting. On, Off, Auto, choosing on or off will eliminate the clicking sound. During the day having the IR set to on will not degrade your video quality in the least. With the only downside is that you will have a very minimal power usage as the IR light stays on 24/7. Anyways, I hope that helps you out.
What can I do with just a Blink Mini without subscription or Blink Sync Module? Will I be able to at least get short clip of notifications and be able to have live view with the Blink app?
Thanks for the review! I have 2 n00b questions: 1. Can I connect multiple mobile devices to the same Blink Mini so that e.g. both my wife and I can check the camera feed from our own phones? 2. I assume that the app doesn't need to be on the same WiFi network as the camera to work? So I can check the camera feed remotely when I'm not at home? Thanks!
You can actually log into the same account across multiple devices - I currently am logged into 4 different devices and also have them tied into my amazon show devices throughout the home.
Just curious, doesn’t the IR change to night or day mode automatically as it gets dark or light? If that’s the case it should change as you turn off the lights and not make clicking noise through the night. Nice review. Thanks.
Hi Steve, great video. Do you know if this camera can have multiple users? I can’t seem to tell how to add more users to get notifications on different phones. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on how this works.
Thanks for this. I’m picking this up as part of a bundle deal with the Echo show 8 I got on sale from Best Buy. I live alone in a one bedroom apartment so there won’t be much to surveil. 😅 I see myself just playing around with this and having it for when I call maintenance or someone like that.
xt2 only allows about 20 seconds of live streaming without clicking continue. Does the mini allow unlimited streaming duration since it's plugged in? (Want to use as baby monitor)
So I am in the process of installing a blink system on my sprinter/camper van and I wanted to put a blink mini inside the van as a permanent dash cam and so I have a doorbell chime receiver inside. In just not sure how well the blink mini will operate as a dash cam. Also the module2 works great with the outdoor 4 cams but you can only attach a small 256gb flash drive to it so how long will that last as a dash cam footage recorder? Also if the mini isn't great as a dash cam system I'm wondering if any other dash cams can be added to the system.
I am having difficult finding out how the camera notifies you on motion? a noise? I am not looking at my screen constantly. new trying to get set up done Thanks
So long as you've got wifi or internet, and you're not in north Korea or China you should be fine accessing them. Even if you ain't got internet, no reason you couldn't pass on the login details to a friend and ask them to keep their phone notifications on. Hope this helped!!
Just got two for use in the bedroom. Gonna do a little ghost busting at night. Been over run with strange lights and noises so it's gonna be interesting to see what’s picked up.....
Great review. Without the subscription, will this send short video clips with a motion alert showing me what tripped it? I don't need continuous monitoring and have cats in the house. I just want to know that when I get an alert, was the motion detected a pet or an intruder?
Not sure which phone you are using. Android, to get rid of the number of notifications appearing on your app icon, slide down from the top of your phone screen and on the blink notification bar, just slide to the left or right and the notifications disappear leaving all the recordings intact.
Can several different smartphones have access to the cameras? Looking into having this in parents house (elderly) and have us siblings all have access anytime we can. Is that possible?
I installed this mini camera. Do you have to press on the camera symbol every time you want to see a live view. I noticed after I click on the camera it shows the view but the live view doesn’t continue. When we would move it doesn’t show us unless we click on the camera symbol again.
I know this is a very old video but they are having a buy 2 get 1 free on Amazon. My question is. Does it record all day.? Or just the times it detects movement.?
If i remember right. The blink xt2 get that click sound too when camera on Even during the day time (i mean every time trigger camera on will have that sound)
Great breakdown man, glad I stumbled across your channel in this frustrating hunt for a subscription-free solution. Looking to purchase my first house soon, and I think I'll be tuning into your channel quite often to try and smartify it over time. Cheers!
So I have 2 of the outdoor cameras and the app already on my phone. If I get these can I just connect them through the app I already have and review videos on there or do you have to have a separate app or module? Sorry if this is a weird question I just want to know for sure before I purchase.
I was wondering if the motion detector is triggered how long does the camera record for? Is the record time adjustable? If my cat activates the motion detector but he sits down for a minute or so how long does it take for the recording to start again when he starts moving again?
Do you know a camera that runs a records full 24 hrs not only motion detection recordings? Bc my old ring camera was only recordings of motions not the full 24 hrs of even nothing
Just watched your review, it was great but I have a question... Is there a delay on the video from live to actual video you’re watching on your phone? My Arlo is the worst and has a 16 second delay.. your response is appreciated regarding this issue before I do decide to purchase, thanks.
Steve my iPhone runs on iOS 12.1 My phone is an old iPhone 6 which can’t download iOS .12.5 needed to continue to use camera . I’m now left with a camera that doesn’t work . I can’t afford a new phone .... should I just bin camera
When I open the app I can't see anything unless I click the camera or recorder. How do make it so I xan open app and see what the cameras sees without clicking it each camera
I need something to monitor my dog and know if hes crying so my downstairs neighbor doesnt complain. I need to access it remotely and know if hes crying. What do you recommend
Bought 2 of these both stopped motion detection after six weeks, apparently many have this problem and as it’s a hardware issue it won’t get a fix. From community posts the camera seem to go to sleep after couple hours of no movement and won’t restart unless user uses app for live view. Not a recommended product if anything depends on motion detection.
I always go to YOUR videos FIRST whenever I'm looking for reviews. You always go straight to the point without a lot of jibber jabber about the weather, how cute your dog is or what you ate for dinner last night as many other reviewers do. If I have a question I've found that if I continue to watch the entire video you always end up explaining in detail something I might have had a question about. You ROCK man!
6:16 uh did he really just say hey no laughing-😹
Can you look at what’s happening live??? Or do you have to watch old videos
Thanks for the review. My husband wanted this for the garage so I’m not expecting many notifications. This will do the trick.
Very good demo! Thank you for taking the time putting this together!
Can the blue light be turned off?
You can cover it with one of those Webcam stickers
Yes, it's a setting in the app (ir for night vision)
Thanks for sharing, you have a nice calming voice very easy to listen and understand.
Couple years in and I got this for $10 when I ordered a few more blink outdoor cameras. It'll be going in my cabin so I can keep track of the interior as well. Your daughters cuties btw I'm sure they've grown a lot since you did this video.
Thank you so much for your review I just got mine today from Kohl's for $24 pre-black Friday and there's a lot in this small little camera The video is amazing the app was very easy instructions on how to add your Wi-Fi how long you want your video to record the notification alert I should have bought a couple more. If anyone's thinking about it don't think twice I even tested it at night and the night vision is spectacular as well.I gave it a 10 review for anyone thinking about it you will not be disappointed with added security.
Just got mine on Amazon. I'm sure you will have more opportunities to get more at a good price with all the sales going on.
Awesome review and demo, thank you. I just picked up the show 8 from target and there was a special offer for a blink mini camera for five bucks so I scooped it up based on your review!
Steve
Thanks for this, I just bought a echo show 10 and it came free with one of these. I agree with your settings and will use those
You're making some great videos. Well shot and produced. Good job. Keep it going. Cheers from the UK.
First of all - lovely family! And thanks for the succinct and "right on" review. I've decided to give it a trial and see how it goes.
Perfect, just ordered one for my new 10 wk old smooth hair fox terrier.
How did it go??
Damn so this what I look like at night my dad bought one in the living room I thought I was slick because I’m in the dark😭
Mahalo Steve for your concise review and the suggested adjustments for the mini. Aloha!🙂
Awesome awesome video my man!! Just got one and i love it
Thank you for honest review of the camera!
Keep in mind that if you have an existing account with regular Blink cameras already on it, you will be able to store your Blink Mini recordings for free to that account. No extra charge.
i've been wanting to get this camera and now thanks to you i will.
Is there a monthly subscription for video storage?
Great video. I know this video is 2 yrs. old, but I just picked up a 2 pack at Best Buy for $33 can’t beat that. I believe this sale is good until 10/15/22. So far I’m liking the mini for what my needs are and the video is great.
I went for the BB sale and ended up returning my Blink Mini for the Eufy pan and tilt. Just a much better camera overall, even if you just want a basic camera. Much better video, sound and app. The pan and tilt has been much more useful than I thought but you can get the non tilt for a few dollars cheaper.
Did u have to Subscribe?
@@smacca8le My trial just ran out and now I have to subscribe, but I think I saw a video where there’s a way around having to pay.
Im totally gonna use this as a baby monitor! Thank you!
Turn the arming off the camera that your family is running around all day?
Is it possible to make this security camera work as a webcam?
Thank you for review, I am searching for new in house cameras and you have sold me.
Does it have separate settings for indoor so it will not trigger the motion if you are at home?
Hi... Can you show the alert feature on phone? Does Mini device provide a text or sound alert on phone or do you have to have app opened to see? Im missing something here.
I realize that I'm a bit late on my comment here, however on your complaint about the IR light clicking sound. There are three settings immediately above the IR intensity setting. On, Off, Auto, choosing on or off will eliminate the clicking sound. During the day having the IR set to on will not degrade your video quality in the least. With the only downside is that you will have a very minimal power usage as the IR light stays on 24/7. Anyways, I hope that helps you out.
What can I do with just a Blink Mini without subscription or Blink Sync Module? Will I be able to at least get short clip of notifications and be able to have live view with the Blink app?
I never say this, so... WHAT A GREAT REVIEW! Now I've said it. So much detail and thought ... really appreciate the extra leg work! Thanks!!
Thank you Duane! I'm happy to hear that you liked it.
Can you connect it to more than one cellphone?
Thanks for the review!
I have 2 n00b questions:
1. Can I connect multiple mobile devices to the same Blink Mini so that e.g. both my wife and I can check the camera feed from our own phones?
2. I assume that the app doesn't need to be on the same WiFi network as the camera to work? So I can check the camera feed remotely when I'm not at home?
Thanks!
You can actually log into the same account across multiple devices - I currently am logged into 4 different devices and also have them tied into my amazon show devices throughout the home.
Chris Camara great, thanks!
Does this camera records continuously?
Gosh they’re the cutest. I bet a handful but still cute lol. Thanks for the review !!!!
Thank you. They are a handful at time. :)
Just ordered it, may show today by days end. I'm just using it to keep an eye on my animals
Just curious, doesn’t the IR change to night or day mode automatically as it gets dark or light? If that’s the case it should change as you turn off the lights and not make clicking noise through the night.
Nice review. Thanks.
Hey can you see the footage live on your phone ?
Hi Steve, great video. Do you know if this camera can have multiple users? I can’t seem to tell how to add more users to get notifications on different phones. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on how this works.
It can
Thanks for this. I’m picking this up as part of a bundle deal with the Echo show 8 I got on sale from Best Buy. I live alone in a one bedroom apartment so there won’t be much to surveil. 😅 I see myself just playing around with this and having it for when I call maintenance or someone like that.
What does the camera look like in the dark? Are any lights on,on the camera?
xt2 only allows about 20 seconds of live streaming without clicking continue. Does the mini allow unlimited streaming duration since it's plugged in? (Want to use as baby monitor)
So I am in the process of installing a blink system on my sprinter/camper van and I wanted to put a blink mini inside the van as a permanent dash cam and so I have a doorbell chime receiver inside. In just not sure how well the blink mini will operate as a dash cam. Also the module2 works great with the outdoor 4 cams but you can only attach a small 256gb flash drive to it so how long will that last as a dash cam footage recorder? Also if the mini isn't great as a dash cam system I'm wondering if any other dash cams can be added to the system.
How would that work unless u just wanted a dash cam for when u drive? Did u want a camera while you're not in the car driving too?
I am having difficult finding out how the camera notifies you on motion? a noise? I am not looking at my screen constantly. new trying to get set up done Thanks
Don’t you just hate it when they don’t provide any information to your problems ?
Can I log into this camera from abroad thanks .
So long as you've got wifi or internet, and you're not in north Korea or China you should be fine accessing them. Even if you ain't got internet, no reason you couldn't pass on the login details to a friend and ask them to keep their phone notifications on. Hope this helped!!
Hi nice video. 1 question can it be turn it off or do I have to unplug it. For i i will be In front of it . I Just got one .
Do you have any idea why I don't see the enhanced video quality option. I only see saver standard and best ...
Will these work without subscribing to their service?
I just bought 3 of them from best for 40 bucks total at Best Buy. Definitely worth it
Without the subscription does it still save on your phone??? To view later???
Just got two for use in the bedroom. Gonna do a little ghost busting at night. Been over run with strange lights and noises so it's gonna be interesting to see what’s picked up.....
Your videos are consistently well made and very professional. keep up the good work. :)
Thanks Jim!
Do you need to have an existing Blink sync hub for the mini to work or can it work as a standalone camera along with the app?
? for you how do keep the app from going off every few seconds. I want it stay on all the time, for viewing. Thanks.
Please help; mine keeps lagging and its super slow but my WiFi connection is excellent so idk whats wrong
Can you interact with a pet like talk to them?
Yes
Yes I did that with my 🐈 cats.
Yes two way audio
My complaint is that when you open the app it's a still image on the main screen and not a live view.
You pay for cloud now also
Great review. Without the subscription, will this send short video clips with a motion alert showing me what tripped it? I don't need continuous monitoring and have cats in the house. I just want to know that when I get an alert, was the motion detected a pet or an intruder?
If I put it inside can it record what's outside, if placed by a window
I'm curious about this also
Loved this demo, but can i ask, would the work indoors looking out of my window.
Not sure which phone you are using. Android, to get rid of the number of notifications appearing on your app icon, slide down from the top of your phone screen and on the blink notification bar, just slide to the left or right and the notifications disappear leaving all the recordings intact.
Assuming I don’t have any other Blink products, Does this camera work by itself with items included or does it require that Sync Module 2?
The module is only required if you want to save clips locally. If you don’t have it you’ll need a monthly subscription to save clips.
@@SteveDOES Oh ok thank you! So at that point it can only be watched live with the app, correct? No playback
Can several different smartphones have access to the cameras? Looking into having this in parents house (elderly) and have us siblings all have access anytime we can. Is that possible?
Great video but I don't have enhanced on my settings, it only has best, is it a new feature?
Can I get notifications without arming the mini? I get notifications from my ring camera without having to arm it.
Is it live record or just detection can you go into. The camera and watch it
The kid are Great! Angels! Excellent edition to the video!
I installed this mini camera. Do you have to press on the camera symbol every time you want to see a live view. I noticed after I click on the camera it shows the view but the live view doesn’t continue. When we would move it doesn’t show us unless we click on the camera symbol again.
So this thing always shows when it's recording? By a flashing a blue light on the front?
Hello Steve I Bought this camera and when I see the live stream the camera made a very loud screeching noise do you know of any way to fix this?
I know this is a very old video but they are having a buy 2 get 1 free on Amazon. My question is. Does it record all day.? Or just the times it detects movement.?
If i remember right. The blink xt2 get that click sound too when camera on Even during the day time (i mean every time trigger camera on will have that sound)
Does it have home/away mode, like the one on nest camera? Nest cam (not in) released few years ago, is it still worth buying in 2020?
Is this phone app only, or can it be monitored via PC like from home office
Does it have notifications and/or record if it just hears audio and not motion?
Do we need to buy a subscription
can you turn a camera on and off in the app? aka have it on when im out the house have it off when im in the house?
How does one set it up so the live view is permanently engaged? Like a CC TV.
great review thanks so excited have one on the way
How do I set it up with an echo dot ?
Through Ur Amazon app just add device then camera
Speaking cloud storage, does the app allow your phone to screen shot a picture??
Great breakdown man, glad I stumbled across your channel in this frustrating hunt for a subscription-free solution. Looking to purchase my first house soon, and I think I'll be tuning into your channel quite often to try and smartify it over time. Cheers!
p.s. I would really value your opinions/review on a smart-solution for blinds or curtains.
Thank you for your review. Nice presentation.
So I have 2 of the outdoor cameras and the app already on my phone. If I get these can I just connect them through the app I already have and review videos on there or do you have to have a separate app or module? Sorry if this is a weird question I just want to know for sure before I purchase.
So the videos do not store unless you pay monthly? Will you still be able to see the live videos as they’re going ? Like for a baby monitor
Does it do anything that the Wyze camera doesn't?
I was wondering if the motion detector is triggered how long does the camera record for? Is the record time adjustable? If my cat activates the motion detector but he sits down for a minute or so how long does it take for the recording to start again when he starts moving again?
Any good to use through a window ??? Good review
What is the screen on the wall next to your thermostat ??
Can I drop in to get live video whenever I want?
Yes
Only that its like 3 second delay
Do you know a camera that runs a records full 24 hrs not only motion detection recordings? Bc my old ring camera was only recordings of motions not the full 24 hrs of even nothing
Just watched your review, it was great but I have a question... Is there a delay on the video from live to actual video you’re watching on your phone? My Arlo is the worst and has a 16 second delay.. your response is appreciated regarding this issue before I do decide to purchase, thanks.
Can you have more than one blink mini camera in your home? How does that work if you have more than one?
if you have free cloud storage with the XT2 can you use that for the mini? or do you still have to pay?
If you have an existing account you can add the Mini to it and save recordings free of charge.
Thank you for the suggestion my camera doesn't record in color I think initially because it's ot enough sunlight in my living room.
Steve my iPhone runs on iOS 12.1
My phone is an old iPhone 6 which can’t download iOS .12.5 needed to continue to use camera .
I’m now left with a camera that doesn’t work . I can’t afford a new phone .... should I just bin camera
When I open the app I can't see anything unless I click the camera or recorder. How do make it so I xan open app and see what the cameras sees without clicking it each camera
Same problem I have
I need something to monitor my dog and know if hes crying so my downstairs neighbor doesnt complain. I need to access it remotely and know if hes crying. What do you recommend
Great review, thanks.
Bought 2 of these both stopped motion detection after six weeks, apparently many have this problem and as it’s a hardware issue it won’t get a fix.
From community posts the camera seem to go to sleep after couple hours of no movement and won’t restart unless user uses app for live view.
Not a recommended product if anything depends on motion detection.