How to Choose the Best Baby Monitor
Baby monitors are a difficult product category to judge. Much like traditional refrigerators with built in ice makers, there is no perfect model, every capturing differing opinions and garnering mixed reactions probably because of the inherent difficulties of wireless technology. However, once you buy a video baby monitor, you will never want to return to an analog baby monitor ever again. It's simply not the same. Let's take a look at some of the pros and cons of the Vtech baby video monitor with a video camera.
There are plenty of reasons why you should take a serious look at a video baby monitor with a video camera. The first reason is the ability to remotely view your child. If you were in the room with your baby but the situation suddenly went south, being able to view the child on the other side of the world via your smartphone makes a world of difference. If you are running low on energy or simply don't feel like getting out of bed to check on your baby, then the Vtech Isoptera may be just what you need.
Another pro that goes along with this, is that the video cameras by Vtech typically have a very long battery life. This allows parents to record hundreds of hours of video and still not worry about running out of power. One reason why it's so important to have a long battery life is because most of these baby monitor systems use infrared technology to sense warmth, which many parents say are a much better way to detect your baby's temperature at night. However, with most video cameras, battery life is not the biggest issue, so this is definitely a big plus.
When it comes to practicality, both video baby monitors by Vtech and DVR baby monitors by Phillips can also synchronize with their parent's home security cameras. When your infant is watching a video from your perspective and you turn away to check on him/her, it's virtually impossible for the baby to get distracted and come out of the picture. With one of these devices, it's possible to instantly see your infant and then you can either continue viewing through the video/photo device or you can control play through the remote camera control. In essence, this means you never miss a beat while at work or when you are at home.
Many people wonder if the Vtech video monitors by Phillips and other brands are worth the money. The truth is, the Phillips baby monitor by Vtech is relatively inexpensive compared to other monitor brands. For example, if you were to buy a video baby monitor from Best Buy, Home Depot, or Walmart, it would set you back between sixty and three hundred dollars. When you add up the cost of materials for both video monitors equipment, and other accessories, the cost of a Philips baby monitor is much less than a comparable brand name.
Parents are also often confused about which video baby monitor to buy. The important thing to consider is whether the device allows you to control and view the baby from more than just one location at once. For example, some video baby monitors by Vtech and others by Phillips allow you to view the baby, hear him/her, and then remotely control the volume of the television from your mobile device. While a good video baby monitor is truly versatile, keep in mind that not all brands are created equal. Vtech video monitors by Philips are popular because they are simple, extremely user friendly, and include additional security features such as child and motion sensor alerts.
The third thing to consider when purchasing a video baby monitor is whether it worked well in conjunction with the parent unit. Some parents choose not to use video baby monitor technology because they are concerned that the technology will only work if the parent unit is in use. If you do not have direct access to your parent unit when using a baby monitor, it is difficult to know whether or not it will work when you are away. On the other hand, many parents experienced great success using Vtech video monitors when they were away from home but recording video while their children were present. In these cases, the video technology was able to work well because the video cam did not need to be connected directly to the parent unit.
It may be possible for you to record video using another method without the need to connect the camera to your home security camera system. However, most parents tend to use the video camera to see their infants' condition more than to check in on them every few minutes. Thus, it is necessary for you to purchase baby monitors that are capable of operating even if you do not have direct access to the parent unit. If you cannot find a home security camera system that works well with your infant's monitor, Vtech video monitors by Phillips are an excellent option.