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For $200, you would expect to be able to use your camera as you wish and be able to record on the local network.

What...? it's not like Nest would ever shut down a service, leaving its users with nothing more than an expensive piece of plastic and silicon...

Anyone who buys this is nuts.

I really regret buying into the Nest Cam ecosystem. I have 3 now. Sure, it's convenient to view things remotely, but I also run a NAS and I hate not having the option to record locally or serve the camera streams myself instead of relying on Nest's service or paying an outrageous price for recording.

The only reason I went with them in the first place is that they have a very good picture and viewing range.

If you ever want to escape: https://www.ubnt.com/unifi-video/unifi-nvr/

I've deployed them for my uncle at some of his rental properties in less desirable parts of town for the security of his tenants.

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