Wyze Cam is an affordable and popular security camera solution for your home. However, it has a default recording limit of only twelve seconds when triggered by motion. This can be frustrating and may not provide enough footage for potential criminal activity. So, here are some tips on how to extend the recording time on your Wyze Cam.
Option 1: Add an SD Card
Wyze Cam has an SD card slot at the base, and you can insert a 32 GB Class 10 microSD card formatted in FAT32. By doing this, you enable direct access to the footage on the microSD card and record one minute of footage triggered by motion. If there is continuous movement, the recording will continue until there is no more space on the card. Additionally, you can choose to set the device to save footage continuously on the SD card. With the proper settings, you can record up to 48 hours of footage without interruption.
Installing the SD Card
First, unplug the Wyze Cam from the power source. Find the SD slot under the device and insert the microSD card. Plug the device back in and check the Wyze app. Go to the advanced settings and select “Local recording on micro SD card.” You will see two options: “Record alerts only” and “Continuous recording.” Choose your desired mode, and you’re good to go.
Option 2: Screen Recording
You can also use the screen recording feature on your smartphone or tablet to record longer footage than the default 12 seconds. You can access the live footage on your Wyze Cam through the Wyze app on your mobile device. By using the screen recording option, you can capture as much footage as you need. The downside is you’ll need to have your smartphone or tablet close to you and watching the footage in real-time.
Conclusion
By either adding an SD card or screen recording the live footage, you can extend the recording time on your Wyze Cam. These options are easy to implement and offer a better way to capture footage of any potential criminal activity happening in front of your device.
FAQs
What type of SD card should I use for Wyze Cam
It is recommended to use a 32 GB Class 10 microSD card formatted in FAT32 format.
How much footage can I record with a 32 GB SD card?
You can record up to 48 hours of uninterrupted footage, depending on the video quality settings and activity in front of the camera.
