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This new $55 home security camera has advanced facial recognition like the $300 Nest Cam IQ

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The Lynx camera has been one of the best-kept secrets among BGR Deals readers for a long time, and now the company has released an updated version. But there’s even more good news: the new model isn’t any more expensive than the first-generation camera! The Tend Insights Lynx Indoor Camera 2 takes everything that you loved about the original and improves it. That’s right, even the camera’s advanced facial recognition features have been improved. It’s only $54.99 on Amazon, and it would still be a bargain at twice the price. Definitely check it out.

Tend Insights Lynx Indoor 2 - Indoor WiFi Security Camera with Easy Bluetooth Setup, Two Way Au… Price:$199.95 Buy Now Available from Amazon, BGR may receive a commission

Here’s more info from the product page:

  • Easy setup – quick and easy Bluetooth setup within minutes to begin secure monitoring
  • Facial recognition – intelligent facial recognition software lets you choose who your camera recognizes, get a check-in notification with familiar faces
  • Network Connectivity – stronger network Connectivity to ensure Ease of use for all family members
  • Free cloud storage – backup and review videos with our cloud storage, included with your purchase. It’s free, so you can always see what’s happened for the previous 7 days
  • Motion detection & instant alerts – get immediate notifications on your mobile device for events triggered by motion detection
  • Built-in support for 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz Wifi band (5Ghz currently not supported, please confirm that your router supports 2.4Ghz Wifi Band). Access your camera with the Tend Secure App on your mobile device anytime, anywhere

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