Any spy cameras with live view that actually work?

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my grandmother’s had a new caregiver for about a month, and today I noticed something seems off. she mentioned sometimes the caregiver yells at her and gets a little crazy.

any recommendations for a spy cam that’s small, has WiFi, and lets me connect remotely? if it could send movement alerts to my phone and save clips, that’d be perfect.

I’ve found regular cameras like TP-Link and Reolink but need something that can be hidden easily, maybe like a digital clock or some other disguise. is there anything out there that’s reliable, not a scam, and can be set up fast?

thanks for any help!

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why go for a hidden camera? maybe making the cameras visible would make the caregiver nervous and stop any bad behavior. set up a bunch and make it clear you’re keeping an eye on things.

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Edgar said:
why go for a hidden camera? maybe making the cameras visible would make the caregiver nervous and stop any bad behavior. set up a bunch and make it clear you’re keeping an eye on things.

same thought here. no need to be sneaky, just let them know they’re being watched. put a camera in each corner and make it clear.

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@Sarah
honestly, hidden cameras are best at first. if they’re already acting up, you want proof of what’s happened, not just stopping future behavior. this person should face consequences.

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Camila said:
@Sarah
honestly, hidden cameras are best at first. if they’re already acting up, you want proof of what’s happened, not just stopping future behavior. this person should face consequences.

i get it, but personally i wouldn’t want my grandma to be the one to expose them. it’d be hard not to feel guilty.

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@Sarah
yeah, a spy cam is useful if you think they’re stealing or something. if you suspect abuse, don’t risk it, just go for something obvious.

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Edgar said:
@Sarah
yeah, a spy cam is useful if you think they’re stealing or something. if you suspect abuse, don’t risk it, just go for something obvious.

totally agree!

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Camila said:
@Sarah
honestly, hidden cameras are best at first. if they’re already acting up, you want proof of what’s happened, not just stopping future behavior. this person should face consequences.

absolutely! they need to be held accountable, and soon!

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Camila said:
@Sarah
honestly, hidden cameras are best at first. if they’re already acting up, you want proof of what’s happened, not just stopping future behavior. this person should face consequences.

punishment is necessary here!

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Edgar said:
why go for a hidden camera? maybe making the cameras visible would make the caregiver nervous and stop any bad behavior. set up a bunch and make it clear you’re keeping an eye on things.

if she knows she’s being watched, she’ll behave there and may keep doing harm to others. better to catch her so she can be stopped for good.

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@Hudson
some thoughts:

  1. if you think abuse is happening, report it to her employer and ask for someone else.

  2. know your state’s recording laws if you plan to capture audio.

  3. i get wanting consequences for her actions, but focus on grandma’s safety and ask for a new caregiver.

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DonaldEric1 said:
@Edgar
my view? if a recording shows something awful, i’ll take my chances. a sign on the door about ‘video recording’ might cover it if needed.

that could be risky, though. if you want it to hold up in court, it’s best to know the law.

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@Ruby
exactly, if the goal is to bring justice, don’t risk illegal evidence that won’t hold up. follow the rules for better chances of a solid case.

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Edgar said:
@Ruby
exactly, if the goal is to bring justice, don’t risk illegal evidence that won’t hold up. follow the rules for better chances of a solid case.

true, it’s better to be cautious and protect grandma quickly than deal with red tape.

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@Nolan
and correct, not ‘wrote’. damn autocorrect!

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@Ruby
sometimes, trusting your gut and replacing the caregiver right away is safest.

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@Edgar
go with your instincts and get a different caregiver if something feels off.

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@Edgar
personally, i’d risk trouble if it meant keeping my loved one safe.

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lots of spy cameras are disguised as clocks or books and have motion detection. many are only accessible locally, but they still work for monitoring. you just wouldn’t see it live.

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Toby said:
lots of spy cameras are disguised as clocks or books and have motion detection. many are only accessible locally, but they still work for monitoring. you just wouldn’t see it live.

not quite true, there are plenty of live-view cameras out there. if they produce an RTSP stream, they can be remotely viewed with the right setup.