Lorex has released another great monitor in their Live series, the Lorex Live Sense Video Baby Monitor (LW2401). It has some really cool and unique features like sound activated video recording, two-way feedback, and secure remote access via your PC, making it the latest in baby monitor technology.
So why should you consider this video baby monitor? First of all, it is a complete wireless monitoring system that uses digital frequency hopping technology that is highly resistant to interference from other wireless products. This means you can be sure that you’ll not only get an interference-free signal, but you’ll only be able to see and hear your little one. For parents this offers great peace of mind.
Lorex Live Sense features a high-resolution 3.5″ LCD screen and monitor that looks and is about the size of a smartphone. It’s also completely portable so you can move it with you. Other really cool features include preloaded lullabies, room temperature monitoring, a built-in power timer, and one-touch recording. You can use this monitor to capture your baby’s moments and transfer them to your PC, iPhone or iPad to share with others via social networking sites.
Here’s an overview of some of the other features:
- 2.4GHz digital FHSS frequency hopping technology with a signal range of up to 450ft.
- Take, store and share photos and videos with the microSD card.
- Expandable up to 4 cameras.
- Viewing modes include Single Channel, Scan (switch between individual channels automatically), and Quad Split Screen.
- Two-way communication between the monitor and the camera and vice versa.
- Audio only function. You can turn off the LCD monitor and continue listening to your baby’s sounds.
- Docking cradle to recharge the built-in lithium polymer battery.
- Automatic night vision up to 15ft (5m) between camera and cradle.
- Night light.
- Remote viewing via Skype compatible devices (PC, Mac, iPhone 4/3GS, iPad 2).
- You can copy video to computer using Micro SD card.
The Lorex Live Sense Video Baby Monitor is very easy to set up and can be up and running in minutes. It comes with a quick start guide and a comprehensive user manual. The functions are controlled by the menu button and the joystick button to navigate the menu, all explained in the manual.
The handheld monitor is quite compact and lightweight, which means that it is extremely easy to carry in your hand to keep an eye on your baby. You can place it on the dock while you recharge it or use the stand to place it on a flat surface, making this video baby monitor highly portable.
Since Lorex Live Sense is new on the market, there are still very few reviews. However, the ones I’ve found seem enthusiastic about this state-of-the-art video monitoring system. It’s a great modern design with features techies will love, about the size and look of a smartphone.
At the moment there is nothing negative that I can say about this product except of course the price. It’s at the higher end of the market, similar in price to other top-selling models like the Motorola MBP36 Video Monitor and the Summer Infant Baby Touch Video Monitor. However, given all the great features and technology it offers, it seems like it’s worth the money. Lorex is a world leader in video security camera systems, so you can be sure of excellent performance.