Apple HomeKit Secure Video Beginners Guide! (2024)

HomeKit Secure Video is Apple’s cloud video recording feature that allows compatible cameras to securely record and store footage in iCloud from the last 10 days, viewable from all Apple devices.

Let’s look at how it works, what you need, the features, and why I personally don’t use HKSV, and just maybe you shouldn’t either

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—— ⏰ CHAPTERS ⏰ ——
0:00 - Intro
0:34 - What is HomeKit Secure Video?
0:59 - How Does It Work?
1:37 - What You’ll Need
3:58 - Casekoo Sponsor
5:29 - Notification Settings
6:58 - Recording Options & Alert Types
8:03 - Face Recognition
9:12 - View Cameras on Apple TV
9:23 - Activity Zones Setup
9:47 - View & Share Clips
11:05 - Sharing Access settings
11:25 - Camera Recommendations
12:58 - Why I Don’t Use HomeKit Secure Video
15:58 - Final Thoughts

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[uniqueflh]

I’m in 100% agreement with your opinion Adam.

My solution for HomeKit Camera integration is Reolink PoE cams connected to an NVR…and using HomeBridge to include them in my Home ecosystem.

I know everyone’s situation, needs and environment differs, but for anyone who has the ability to use NVR-based 24/7 (high resolution) recording…I would definitely recommend using that options. Then, just bring a ‘standard’ view into HomeKit for quick access to the feed(s).

Just my $0.02.

Good video. Thank for the upload.

[kieferjwright]

Another great video and breakdown, Adam! I am moving into my first home in a few weeks and have been collecting HomeKit capabilities products the last few weeks/months but have been stumped on cameras. This was very helpful.

[mikebedford]

Your content and experienced opinions are just good! Thanks again Adam for wonderful HomeKit guidance.😊

[DennisWarner]

Adam love the video. I love hate HKSV. I have Eufy, Eve and Aqara. I’m getting this pan tilt tomorrow and looking forward to it. Love the fact that all cameras in one app and that’s pretty much the reason I keep HKSV. Wish we had 2k, pan and tilt controls and 24-7 recording but hopefully someday 🙏🏼

[christianhotter]

I’m going to stick with HKSV. I’m replacing Ring, and only want one app to view video and no extra hubs or subscriptions. Hopefully Apple updates their software to add more features and squash some of the bugs.

[robertphillips]

Thanks for putting your video together, I appreciate it. There is a lot of work that goes into putting these together.

Your video actually helped me firm up my decision to continue just using HomeKit Secure Video. I like the features, simplicity, and cohesiveness of the Apple ecosystem. I personally have not experience a lot of missing clips that I am aware of, until I recently added new devices to my system. I’m hoping that things level out and start working as they have for the past year. It has been reliable. I don’t care about recording 24/7 and don’t want to mess with battery operated cameras so my usage case is different from others. I do get it regarding video quality … that would be nice. Anyway, every solution has its pros and cons and for me the pros of Apple HomeKit outweigh the cons. Thanks for your insight.

[_aboutsyd]

Thank you for your detailed and always useful description I personally didn't know the difference between apple video homekit and apple homekit.
Also I totally agree w you about the "anker privacy" answer you gave.
If you really want privacy today then you should not even have a smartphone .

[LeoSamaniego-ej]

I got an iPhone 15 pro max 5g what camera is good I’ve tried everything can’t find a good indoor security camera ?

[Thierry.g]

Thanks for this video. I’m just looking to install outside cam.

About your cons, I agree with 2 of them. Not sure to understand the interest to record 24/7 (specially the cam on batteries) and there are some cam which could be powered by current

I hope Apple will improve the other point (specially supported definition and motion recognition)

Regards

[eddieb]

I saw on your living room camera that HomeKit had a "Talk" button to use the 2-way mic feature of the camera. I have a Eufy 2k Pan and Tilt, but I seem to lose that functionality when using HomeKit? Is it possible to have the 2-way mic feature of the Eufy camera with HomeKit somehow?

[jadenramos]

Hey Adam, I’m currently installing the abode security system with the pro protection but I’m not going with their cameras because they do not work with HomeKit. So im looking for security cameras that work with HKSV but are also the most reliable. What do you recommend for indoor and outdoor cameras that support HKSV? Thanks!

[apuz]

Adam how do you get camera and doorbell alerts on the Apple TV? I can stream on the TV but don't get the alerts. I have a Logitech doorbell and eufycam 2c pro's

[eddieb]

If I add a Eufy 2K to HomeKit but do not enable HKSV, will it be at 2K or will it force it down to 1080p still?

[AVargas]

From what I’ve seen, only Eufy disables 2K when you add it to HK. Aqara keeps it on at least with their new E1 camera so this sounds like a Eufy problem (although Apple really needs to step up)

[okikplayszooba]

Hi brother i understood the focus of your channel, could you suggest something for google/android? Im using a Samsung s20+

[johnvanzyl]

What a great Video Adam. I am currently using eufy and Aqara cameras and I must say I have been having so many issues with Apple's Homekit when it comes to my cameras. Every night my cameras in HK would go offline for hours not even minutes and im always concerned that during the down time I would miss out on recording activity. So what is the reason for having cameras then.... I am seriously now after watching your video considering removing my cameras from HK and just use the eufy and Aqara apps for my video recordings. I would probably just leave the Aqara G4 Door bell in HK because I love the fact that I get a popup on my Apple TV when the bell gets rung.... decisions decisions. Once again awesome Video.

[dandan]

Do you have an alternative recommendation?

[leonkung]

Can i set automation to switch on lights on selected activity zone?

[ScarthyUK]

How’s the E1 cam?? Is it available for purchase yet??

[american_chevy]

Say HomeKit secure video one more time