I love this! (this is the link that was sent to me to write a review for the Netvue birdfeeder, however I realize that it is for the arm attachment!) And when we are not at home, we couldnt help thinking about our lovely little feather kids Are they coming to Birdfy? Education - learn about each newly unlocked species Also, I bought the solar charger, but I am not thrilled with it. Birdfy Feeder Cam 1Quick Guide 1Power Adapter (2m Cable) 1Black Strap 1Drilling Template 1Mounting Bracket 1Screws 2Anchors 2. And yes, I had the solar panelin AZ. Love the bird identification feature, with some errors, but reference pages are linked so you can determine the correct name. Are they happy with the food? It has an easy reporting feature for you to tell what the bird really is or just say it is wrong. 6000+ Species of Birds Recognition Upgrade Available! Notifications are timely. Pictures are snippets taken from video so they are not great. We just got the bird cam the other day to start watching our birds in the yard. Worlds first auto-detect & recognize AI Smart Bird Feeder Camera that identifies more than 6000 bird species in the blink of an eye. Birdfy live streams all the birds coming moments for you. The camera itself is amazingly high quality. Please also consider subscribing to WIRED. Finally the AI feature is really unique. Down near the chickens it is inaccurate, but that doesn't bother me simply because they are young chickens constantly growing and moving so i can see how it would be difficult to consistently identify them. How to share my devices with other people?/How do I add another user to my account ? PS. This is seriously the most amazing camera/bird feeder. Although its yet to detect any birds for me. It is just so amazing. You can report wrong identifications to the company, so I did that frequently, especially when it alerted me of a bluejay that was really just a car driving down the busy street the balcony overlooks. There were no bird sightings or captures, so it is not discharging from many captures. The bird recognition AI is okbut it seems to always be getting better. Doesnt work! Pricey. AI Version: Birdfy with Auto AI Recognition Feature, Lite Version: Birdfy without Auto AI Recognition Feature. It has other features such as sensing movement and triggering siren noise from the camera. Feel free to contact Netvue 24h customer support if you have any questions. Peace of mind with strong Wi-Fi signal & battery. I recommend! It doubles as a security camera too. Its intuitive, clever & is a great way to be able to become a novice or professional ornithologist! The tech kindly escalated it to level 2 support who contacted me next day. Page 33 Step 1: 1. This is not my first time buying from Netvue. I have several of their cameras, and they have always been there promptly and helpfully. I bought a 3rd party solar panel to keep it charged and so far so good. Not using it for AI, but looking forward to getting the feeder with the camera. My biggest complaint so far and the reason I didnt give it 5 stars, while the battery life is great I do not want to take it down to charge from time to time so I ordered it with the solar panel to keep it always charged. The camera isn't as quirky, the first had to reset multiple times. Ive used bird feeders that stick on a window for easy viewing, but its harder to do that several stories up, and the wind gets too strong to dangle one from the balcony. Over a period of 10 seconds calls the same bird at least 5 different things. I was really excited about this camera and I still really like it, but the bird accuracy is laughable. I was chatting with my son that when you are enjoying Thanksgivingdont forget the little birds are also having their thanksgiving. I've been following this company from the beginning of 2021 and it's been a roller coaster ride really. The feeder withstands rain and wind very well and the battery lasts for months. This product is still in beta and the battery goes dead in 24-36 hours, even with the solar roof. The battery life has also been longer than expected and does charge fairly quickly. Save & share videos to facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, message, etc, or directly share your Birdfy on Netvue App to your friends. Ive had it up and running for 3 or 4 days now and noticed a few things. Netvue is apparently working to correct this flaw. Install it and gain peace in mind. Ive bought two different camera previously a couple of years ago and have never turned to any other camera company! I love that I can charge it and that it can last forever on a single charge. Everyday, New England birds (blue birds, chickadees, finches) being identified as PENGUINS, etc. I noted it will identify more than one at a time when several birds arrive simultaneously. IP65 Weatherproof design in Birdfy makes it work properly wherever and whenever. *Birdfy Lite version requires an additional subscription at $4.99/mo. algorythm which makes me optimistic that this software will improve over time. Camera shipped quickly and showed up in a small box. But, as I said, these are minor gripes. This camera must be very close to the birds. Customer service nonexistent, can't return for a refund. I do not want to have to remove the camera every two days to recharge it. detection is a bit off (and at times comical), however, it will typically give you a couple of suggested identifications, with one of them usually being correct. Upgrade your birdwatching experience with Birdfy now! Arrived before Christmas so Im happy, worried about keeping squirrels off of it but hey the more action the better! The AI is a little tricky and I think with several software upgrades it will get to where it needs to be. We love the birdhouse. My only regret is that the Person who I originally Purchased this for sadly passed away two weeks ago but we have decided to donate this Birdfy to his young family that are left after this tragedy. It is so neat to see all the birds we've always seen from afar right up close and in person. The camera quality is great! Since that time, I have sent 8 more emails, dead silence. Only reason I'm giving 4 stars is cause the identification software is super sloppy. Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by I would really like for Netvue to support me we to get one for this cameras to my daughters elementary school, I think it would be awesome for the kids to have a monitor to learn bout local species. The solar panel is really great and I havent had to charge the camera since its initial install 8 days ago. I questioned him and asked what the point was of a solar panel if it would just keep the camera offline the whole time. Nice work netvue ! Netvue Birdfy Feeder Cam detects, captures, and recognizes every moment of birds automatically and record the bird coming moments for you. Video quality is really good even at night. The camera isn't as quirky, the first had to reset multiple times. This birdcam by Netvue is amazing!!! I was able to install an SD card to record the motion events. Our users can also switch between units and streams, sharing their photos and videos with other users. Sentry Pro. It really is worth the money - you wont be disappointed. I can't recommend this product enough. I went and set it right up, worked beautifully. Excellent quality video and motion detection. My momma loved it! Yes, it will tell you what a certain type of bird is in front of the camera (i.e., feeding on seed). Export bird images/videos and share with your bird lovers community in just a second! The advanced battery design allows Birdfy to work constantly for up to 6 months with 200s recording per day. Share with friends or families feature is also available in the Netvue app. Fortunately, you can report inaccuracies but it is a shame I've had to do it for 90% + of their identifications. It has other features such as sensing movement and triggering siren noise from the camera. Cant wait to give it to my dad for Christmas! These errors made me smile; I wish I could see a flamingo or ostrich (the cat) in my yard! Just set this up! Easy step and very good pictures and videos. 5 stars because of what it brings to my life. Love this camera. It is just so amazing. It is so great to see all the different birds that come for a bite. Bird identification is more comical than accurate. Video quality is really good even at night. Purchased for my Moms birthday. This birdcam by Netvue is amazing!!! I love this bird cam. The pictures are amazing! Never, ever let that battery drain to 0 and go offline. You can enter feedback to improve the bird identification. Had this camera mounted and streaming in under 15 minutes. Bird identification is more comical than accurate. Immerse in nature anytime. The photo I selected is nothing like a robin and it tells me common Arizona birds are condors or flamingos. But I think the company really needs to figure out how to set expectations better and fix their support so that everyone can share in that sentiment. I have several of their cameras, and they have always been there promptly and helpfully. Ive actually really enjoyed all of the different combinations of birds that are detected at my feeder. AI has been pretty spot on so far. Are they hungry? Bird Buddy offers a smart bird feeder connected to a mobile app to notify you of bird visitors and capture their photos. Quick buy. Gene. really love the camera, and really enjoyed the experience, I highly recommend it. Birds such as the cardinal, that have very unique colors and identifying markers were tagged correctly every time. These birds look really similar to each other, so I can understand the confusion there. It was easy set up and my parents love watching the birds. It was very easy to set up and get going. on June 26th it rained a whole lot, the camera did just fine, no interruptions on the live feed, and the battery lasts a long time. Until the perfect bird identification software comes around, Im happy watching my new friends through an app and through the window as they all congregate on the ledge, waiting for their turn for a nibble. It's quite pricey, but you can save some money by choosing the Lite version without AI tech. Great for detouring problems BEFORE they happen ! I still gave 5 stars because the camera is SO COOL! They should not even advertise the ability of this camera to do that. Easy to install. I found this camera to be much easier to set up and begin using than others that I've tried, and the battery life is definitely longer, too, which means a lot more bird-watching and fewer trips to the charging station. The only thing is it uses only 2.4 GHZ wireless and is 1080P not 4K. Would highly recommend for anyone who loves watching birds. Also a great security bonus as I can monitor my walkway and the birds! Ordered about a year ago on Kickstarter and still havent received the product. I like to think my grandmother sends me birds. It also records the coming birds automatically for me so I dont have to check my phone all the time during the day. This thing was amazing and the start of a new hobby! Are they happy with the food? Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. The AI is a little tricky and I think with several software upgrades it will get to where it needs to be. 5 stars because of what it brings to my life. Cant wait to capture that owl we keep hearing, the woodpeckers and those hummers we love! This wifi camera is simple to setup light weight and offers HD quality. Birds such as the cardinal, that have very unique colors and identifying markers were tagged correctly every time. I wish they had seen the negative reviews, although, there were no reviews when they first ordered this product. IP65 Weatherproof design in Birdfy makes it work properly wherever and whenever. Use an indoor camera and an outdoor camera to build a whole home security system for your loved once. I use other Netvue devices for security and this one has been just as good. I spend hours everyday watching all the different birds visit. Upon opening, the camera would not charge. BUY 1, GET 1 AT 20% OFF (add 2 to cart) See all eligible items and terms. Camera was DOA, will not charge First one i had to return and honestly it didn't seem as well made as this second one. Not sure why but the birds were hesitant to come at first, I was not able to catch any of the birds on video. If youd like to save some money and go for the non-AI version, bird identification apps like eBird or All About Birds are free.. For Birdfy, there are many kinds of bird food we can put, mealworms, peanuts, fruit, and seeds. Worlds first auto-detect & recognize AI Smart Bird Feeder Camera that identifies more than 6000 bird species in the blink of an eye.. I mainly rely on motion detection in the early morning to know when the chickens are getting up, or at night to make sure a predator doesn't try to get in for a late night snack. Ive had the camera up and running for about a week and a half now. Feeling like we have a much better way to access and connect to nature with Birdfy! Motion detection is on point and I appreciate that I can lock out certain pixel areas of the screen for the camera to not trigger. AU $359.12 + AU $54.74 postage . Do not buy this for that purpose! App Notifications can be a bit much as well, but there is a cooldown option if you don't want your phone buzzing every 5 to 10 seconds when a bird is feeding. Has a good picture and you can change between SD and HD modes, though there isn't much of a difference with it trying to keep an eye on constantly moving birds. Fun - see intruders and quizzical bird expressions. This was truly my first wow moment when the video cam captured the first bird and the city view. We were unsure where to place the Birdfy as we have two existing Bird Feeding Stations - The best place is outside the Lounge Window as we a get a greater variety of Birds there & they are a joy to watch. Many people have a misunderstanding of AI. But you can watch recorded 10-second clips later. We bought the bird buddy months ago and had a trouble setting up the account. Do not buy this, there are plenty of other alternatives on Amazon. The camera has great range and although the AI has been a bit challenging, I am enjoying watching the birds that appear on my birdfeeder every day! All rights reserved. Cant wait to capture that owl we keep hearing, the woodpeckers and those hummers we love! Bird lovers are getting crazy about Birdfy! As soon as I plug in the solar panel again it goes out. Seed is a large range that contains eight different species, mainly has got black oil sunflower seed, striped sunflower seed, Safflower Seed, and so on. AI is a joke. Now the only thing that I can find wrong is not in the operation but the AI that identifies the birds themselves. The roof is south-facing in full sun. Camera is incredibly blurry, constantly disconnects from WiFi, and the bird AI literally can't tell the difference between a Cardinal and an Albatross. This device is NOT worth the money. Nice work netvue ! Brands claim their brand page to verify and update company details but cannot influence or delete reviews. Are they hungry? Nightvision is clear and appreciate the ability to use white light in case I do need to see in color into the coop at night time. I kept her warm and brought her to a wildlife rehabilitator, where she was able to recover. The solar panel is really great and I havent had to charge the camera since its initial install 8 days ago. Pure joy!!!! Actually, the fact is, the more artificial the more intelligence. Really like this. Netvue isnt the only company trying to get into bird identification. Great picture detail. Cannot connect to use. I feel terrible that they lost all their $ on a present that will not work, from a company that will not stand behind their products. Theres an alarm siren you can set offits not a piercing sound thankfully, but I still strongly suggest not doing that when little birdy ears are nearby. I set up my Birdfy at my pond, since I get tons of birds there, but it caught deer ??instead? It has an easy reporting feature for you to tell what the bird really is or just say it is wrong. I've had the Netvue Birdfy Smart Bird Feeder with camera and solar panel for well over 2 5 stars for technical assistance. If it's going to break, acutally have folks who can help customers. That was a month ago. And yes, I had the solar panelin AZ. As others have noted, the A.I. Its already wrapped and under the tree! Thats really cool. Excellent quality video and motion detection. Ive had the camera up and running for about a week and a half now. They come and go. When I first got the camera I tried it up on my front porch and it had no problems identifying common Finches and Cardinals. All in all, its a quality and capable wireless camera! Great idea but just doesnt work. The sleep setting is a great tool for setting a schedule and conserving the battery life as well. Could double as a security camera with alarm. The camera shows me what type of birds came up to my bird feeder! Skip if thats what youre purchasing for hopefully the AI will improve with user input over time. It has even said the female was a golden eagle. Easy step and very good pictures and videos. From I got LOTS of videos captured yesterday (only day 3 of having the Birdfy in my garden). Battery life is amazing, especially with the solar panel. Birdfys unique product design provides the best experience to upgrade your birdwatching journey. The tool does allow customizing for sensitivity, sleep mode, etc. Camera shipped quickly and showed up in a small box. This could be improved with purchase of the kit that would limit external camera subjects. Highly recommend. Definitely worth it! The separate non Netvue bird feeder blocks some of the views of the birds. Bought it to replace my Netvue Vigil Camera down in my chicken coop because it has a rechargeable battery. In another video some bird seed got identified as a penguin. There are tons of them. It s really easy an fast so join an find what you want. I was to excited to try it so I didn't even charge it and the camera lasted for 4 days before I gave it its first charge! The image and video quality are actually very clear and the sound is also excellent. I mainly rely on motion detection in the early morning to know when the chickens are getting up, or at night to make sure a predator doesn't try to get in for a late night snack. The pictures are amazing! The video quality is very good, and being able to hear bird songs clearly is a pleasing bonus. The details show how convenient it is for keeping on eyes on your backyard events. Motion sensor very sensitivity, the first day after I installed it I got a lot of pictures when the wind moved the bird feeder with no birds. The bird identification that is used is not very accurate but teh camera and ability to view and record birds feeding is great. 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