In a space long dominated by basic motion alerts and endless false positives, Xthings is rolling out a new contender that’s smarter, sharper, and surprisingly affordable. Meet Ulticam IQ, a next-gen AI-powered security camera that pairs high-resolution video with Google Cloud’s Gemini AI to deliver context-aware surveillance—without the enterprise price tag.
Launched by global AIoT solutions leader Xthings, the Ulticam IQ is available now in both 2K and 4K models, and it brings pro-level features—like intelligent scene analysis, automated threat classification, and daily activity summaries—to the smart home and SMB market.
From Motion Detection to Machine Understanding
Ulticam IQ’s biggest innovation is its brains. By integrating Gemini on Google Cloud, Xthings is doing more than just adding AI buzzwords; it’s embedding large language model-level intelligence into the heart of residential security.
Instead of just recording when something moves, Ulticam IQ understands what it’s seeing:
- Intelligent Scene Analysis: Recognizes people, vehicles, animals, behaviors, and locations in real time—then summarizes the event with natural-language explanations.
- Automated Risk Assessment: Assigns a threat level to each event and can push alerts only when real risks are detected.
- Daily Summaries: Sends users a concise recap of notable events, e.g., “2 high-risk events between 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.”
“Security cameras have relied on primitive motion detection for years,” said Patrick Serrato, Director of Ecosystem Business Development and Product Strategy at Xthings. “Ulticam IQ doesn’t just capture—it understands. This is the shift from surveillance to situational awareness.”
Packed with Pro Features—Minus the Subscription Tax
Beyond AI smarts, the Ulticam IQ is built for real-world security needs in homes, warehouses, retail shops, and parking lots. Its hardware features are nothing to scoff at:
- 4K Ultra HD with HDR: Available in both 2K and 4K models with 160° wide-angle coverage.
- Dual Storage System: Free 7-day rolling cloud storage (yes, free) plus onboard 8GB storage—expandable to 128GB via microSD.
- Edge + Cloud AI: On-device processing for real-time alerts, with deeper analytics in the cloud.
- Smart Notifications & Monitoring Zones: Define specific detection areas to cut out unnecessary alerts.
- Rugged Design: IP-rated for water and dust resistance, withstanding temps from -4°F to 122°F.
- Flexible Connectivity & Power: Wi-Fi or Ethernet, plus power via plug or PoE.
- Privacy First: End-to-end encryption ensures all video, audio, and metadata stays secure.
Challenging the $8B Surveillance Market—One Smart Camera at a Time
With a $169.99 starting price for the 2K model and $199.99 for the 4K version, Ulticam IQ enters the $8 billion global video surveillance market as a serious disruptor. Most cameras offering AI this advanced typically require paid cloud plans or business-class gear—Ulticam’s model comes with Gemini-powered features included and no mandatory subscriptions.
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