AlfredCamera provides various notification options to keep you updated on camera status and event activities so you won't miss any important information. These notifications allow you to know immediately when an event is detected and view the full content easily after recording is completed.
Types of AlfredCamera Notifications
AlfredCamera offers two types of notifications: Event Alert and Battery Alert. These notifications keep you informed in real-time about the camera status and event activities. Here’s how to manage these notification settings:
- Turn on/off Detection Notifications for Individual Cameras
- Turn on/off Battery Alert (Android Only)
- Turn on/off All Notifications
- Temporarily Mute All Notifications
- How to quickly watch events through notifications?
Turn on/off Detection Notifications for Individual Cameras
When you want to enable or disable Event Alert for a specific camera device, follow these steps:
- Tap the camera's settings wheel.
- Under [Notifications], toggle the switch to turn Event Alert on or off.
Turn on/off Battery Alert (Android Only)
To prevent the camera from disconnecting or shutting down due to low battery, AlfredCamera sends a battery notification when the phone is not charging, has low battery, or is charging slowly. You can manage Battery Alert on Android devices by following these steps:
- Tap the camera's settings wheel.
- Under [Others], toggle the switch to turn Battery Alert on or off.
Turn on/off All Notifications
If you want to enable or disable all notifications, including Event Alerts and Battery Alerts, follow these steps:
- Tap the bell icon in the upper right corner of the home page.
⚠️ Note: If you are using an Android device, you can customize the ringtone of notifications.
Temporarily Mute All Notifications
When needed, you can choose to mute all notifications temporarily. Follow the steps according to your device type:
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iOS Devices:
- Swipe left on the notification sent by AlfredCamera.
- Tap [Options].
- Choose the duration to mute notifications.
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Android Devices:
- Tap the camera's settings wheel.
- Tap [Notifications].
- Choose the duration to mute notifications.
⚠️ Note: This setting will NOT turn off Battery Alert.
About Event Notification
AlfredCamera sends two notifications when an event is detected to help you stay informed in real-time:
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"_______ (Event Type) Detected"
When the camera detects movement, person, pet, vehicle, or sound, you receive this notification. Tap the notification to view the Live session immediately, so you don't miss any activities. -
"_______ (Event Type) Recorded"
Once the recording is complete and successfully uploaded to the Event Book, you receive this notification. Tap this notification to view the full video clip in the Event Book for easy review of the event details.
How to quickly watch Events through notifications?
When AlfredCamera detects an event and completes recording it, you will receive a notification. By pressing and holding the notification, you can directly view the snapshot or video of the event without entering the app, making it easier and faster to stay updated on the event, and enhancing convenience.
⚠️ Note: This feature is available only on iOS devices.
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