Arlo - SmartHub - White
Arlo - Ultra 2 Add-on Camera Indoor/Outdoor Wireless 4K Security System - White$179.99
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About This Item
- Key Specs
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Works With: Arlo (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- General
- Brand: Arlo
- Model Number: VMB4540-100NAS
- Product Name: SmartHub
- Color: White
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Product Group(s) Controlled: Security/Cameras
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Compatibility
- Works With: Arlo (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Environmental
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6.02 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 5.5 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 2 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.66 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1-year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 193108139236
The Arlo SmartHub securely connects Arlo Ultra, Ultra 2, Pro 4, Pro 3, Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, Essential, Pro 2, Pro, Wire-Free, Video Doorbell and Audio Doorbell to the Internet via your home router, while providing long range connectivity and the best battery life for your cameras.
- Works with Arlo: Securely connects Arlo Ultra, Ultra 2, Pro 4, Pro 3, Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, Essential, Pro 2, Pro, Wire-Free, Video Doorbell and Audio Doorbell to the Internet via your home router
- The best Arlo experience: Provides long range connectivity and the best battery life for your cameras.
- Local storage: USB slot for local storage
- Works with Arlo: Securely connects Arlo Ultra, Ultra 2, Pro 4, Pro 3, Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, Essential, Pro 2, Pro, Wire-Free, Video Doorbell and Audio Doorbell to the Internet via your home router
- The best Arlo experience: Provides long range connectivity and the best battery life for your cameras.
- Local storage: USB slot for local storage
Product Manuals
Q: How does the Arlo SmartHub connect to the internet?
A: The Arlo SmartHub connects to the internet through your home's router.
Q: What frequency band does the Arlo SmartHub use?
A: The Arlo SmartHub uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
Q: What Arlo products are compatible with the Arlo SmartHub?
A: The Arlo SmartHub works with Arlo Ultra, Ultra 2, Pro 4, Pro 3, Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, Essential, Pro 2, Pro, Wire-Free, Video Doorbell and Audio Doorbell.
Q: Why do I need the Arlo SmartHub?
A: The Arlo SmartHub provides long range connectivity and the best battery life for your Arlo cameras.
Q: Does the Arlo SmartHub have local storage?
A: Yes, the Arlo SmartHub has a USB slot for local storage.
A: For what it’s worth, I Purchased the Arlo essential spotlight camera kit, which has two cameras. I found it is useless without paying for the monthly subscription to “Arlo smart“. However the Arlo tech told me I could instead purchase the VMB 4540 which you were asking about. When I asked him how many cameras it would handle, his response was “if you purchase a hub, there is no limit on how many cameras it can handle. But one hub or base station allows up to five cameras to live stream at the same time”. I guess that’s the information you’re looking for, assuming he’s correct, you should be good to go with your 5 cameras. Good luck.
Q: What can I get to avoid buying a subscription, A Smart Hub or a basestation?
A: I’ve tried both. Without the subscription, you lose major functionality. Go buy a different system. I am so mad at myself for getting this garbage.
Q: I see that this is sold out and was on clearance. Is that because there is a newer model?
A: Arlo has discontinued their smart hubs altogether. They’re transitioning everything to a direct to wifi connected camera, with a cloud, that requires a monthly subscription. You can still piece together a decent setup with their backwards compatible cameras, if you have a smart hub, but they’re phasing everything towards end of life (EOL). This is to force you to purchase their darn subscription. Be sure to check the compatibility before buying any new Arlo products. If it has gen 2 in the name, it most likely has been moved to the cloud based server and will not connect to the smart hub. It’s frustrating, I hope they lose so much business that they reverse course.
Reviews
Customers are saying
Customers appreciate the SmartHub for its ease of use, overall performance, compatibility, and storage capabilities. Many users found the setup process to be simple. However, some customers have expressed concerns about connectivity issues and video quality.
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| Pros for Arlo - SmartHub - White | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Ease of use, Storage, Setup, Compatibility | Ease of use, Overall Performance, Storage, Setup, Camera Quality | Overall Performance | Overall Performance, Charging Speed, Ease of Use, Battery Life |
| Cons for Arlo - SmartHub - White | |||
| Connectivity, Video Quality | Subscription, Battery Life, Range | There were no cons for this product— | Compatibility |
