NETGEAR Inc. announced new product family of advanced wireless IP cameras designed as an integrated component of the connected home. Available in both basic and advanced editions, the Ocuity Wireless IP Camera incorporates innovative technology to offer home security systems providers an enhanced security and home automation solution for their subscribers. The Ocuity 100 Wireless IP Camera (HMNC100) offers high-quality 720p resolution HD video and leverages selectable dual-band 802.11n WiFi for the fast connection and comprehensive coverage across the home.

Along with flexible mounting options, it offers a discreet, compact form factor and print-to-customize skins to blend into home décor. The Ocuity 500 Wireless IP Camera (HMNC500) offers the same networking and HD capabilities as the Ocuity 100, but also features the MagnaFast magnetic mounting system for a broad range of modular mounting options. What makes Ocuity 500 a standout among home monitoring devices is that it is the industry's first camera designed to combine high-quality HD video with breakthrough multifunction sensing and monitoring algorithms. This innovation in technology enables advanced motion detection capabilities combined with reliable audio detection capabilities, to enhance security and even support communication with the homeowner.

The advanced Ocuity 500 and streamlined Ocuity 100 share many desirable features: 720p resolution for consistently high quality HD video optimized for video streaming; 802.11n selectable dual-band (2.4 GHz /5.0 GHz) for the fast connection and comprehensive coverage across the home; Easily movable, with a 107-degree field of view; A 30 second rolling buffer for pre-trigger event recording; Built-in infrared LEDs to ensure quality HD video in the dark; Integrated NETGEAR genie application for intuitive monitoring of installed NETGEAR cameras and other connected devices; Compact, discreet form factors and print-to-customize skins to blend into home décor. The NETGEAR Ocuity 500 Wireless IP Camera (HMNC500) and Ocuity 100 Wireless IP Camera (HMNC100) will become available in the first quarter of 2014 through leading security and home automation service providers.