{"id":838,"date":"2023-03-06T11:13:47","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T03:13:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/business.playground.my-alfred-dev.com\/blog\/?p=838"},"modified":"2023-12-04T18:21:12","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T10:21:12","slug":"best-fake-security-cameras","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Fake Security Cameras Effective? Our Top 5 Dummy Security Cameras"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1630c67464add299dae391c256482cac wp-block-paragraph\">If <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/security-cameras\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">home security cameras<\/a> have succeeded in making peoples\u2019 lives more secure, are fake security cameras worth the money?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1f93fd306c26520b5e522e28a1337df0 wp-block-paragraph\">The use of fake security cameras is based on the idea that they are a visual deterrent to break-ins. But are fake security cameras worth buying?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-bf78f853589fcfae96667cd37fa71ce5 wp-block-paragraph\">Keep reading to find out all there is to know about fake security cameras and our top 5 dummy security cameras, as well as how they can be used alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AlfredCamera<\/a> to obtain all the benefits of real surveillance cameras for just a fraction of the price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_26 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/#Do_Fake_Security_Cameras_Deter_Thieves\" title=\"Do Fake Security Cameras Deter Thieves?\">Do Fake Security Cameras Deter Thieves?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/#Our_5_Picks_for_Best_Dummy_Security_Cameras\" title=\"Our 5 Picks for Best Dummy Security Cameras\">Our 5 Picks for Best Dummy Security Cameras<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/#Red_Lights_on_Security_Cameras\" title=\"Red Lights on Security Cameras\">Red Lights on Security Cameras<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/#Real_vs_Fake_Security_Cameras_Are_Fake_Security_Cameras_Effective\" title=\"Real vs Fake Security Cameras: Are Fake Security Cameras Effective?\">Real vs Fake Security Cameras: Are Fake Security Cameras Effective?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/best-fake-security-cameras\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-fake-security-cameras\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Fake_Security_Cameras_Deter_Thieves\"><\/span><strong><strong>Do Fake Security Cameras Deter Thieves?<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-03acdd7cd53083ff927e9158e45ac657 wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rutgers.edu\/news\/rutgers-study-finds-alarm-systems-are-valuable-crime-fighting-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">some studies<\/a> have suggested that the sight of a security device may deter thieves, meaning that a particularly convincing security camera dupe may do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, choosing fake security cameras over real ones isn\u2019t advisable. Real surveillance should always be prioritized because the positive effects of fake security cameras are primarily anecdotal, whereas surveillance is crucial in the event of a theft or break-in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thankfully, the cost of modern surveillance solutions isn\u2019t far from that of fake security cameras, not least of all thanks to AlfredCamera, a freemium surveillance service that provides viable security for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-dac747ebb20e3f40adc34924a22ddb0b wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/turn-old-phones-into-security-cameras\/\">Downloading AlfredCamera to an old smartphone<\/a>, tablet, or even computer instantly transforms it into a fully-functioning security camera, complete with motion detection, push notifications, low-light mode, and the ability to talk to whoever\u2019s on the other side of the device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-70ce4b629fa89a778de5d421c813a593 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\">AlfredCamera is available to download now for <a href=\"https:\/\/alfredcamera.app\/store\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>iOS<\/strong> and <strong>Android <\/strong>devices<\/a>. Premium is available for $5.99 a month, providing access to advanced features like <a href=\"https:\/\/support.alfred.camera\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360030851251\">person detection<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/support.alfred.camera\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/900002801086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">motion detection zones<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home.jpg\" alt=\"Alfredcamera_home\" class=\"wp-image-1512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home.jpg 800w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-b1bbf0d00989820480d731bb4b8765c1 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/alfredcam-reivew\/\">AlfredCam<\/a>, a dedicated indoor security camera with infrared night vision, can be used alongside old devices and fake security cameras for just $29.99\u2014a price tag that\u2019s matched by many fake security cameras with no tangible security benefits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AlfredCam-on-a-glass-table.png\" alt=\"AlfredCam on a glass table\" class=\"wp-image-3282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AlfredCam-on-a-glass-table.png 512w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AlfredCam-on-a-glass-table-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"our-5-picks-for-best-dummy-security-cameras\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_5_Picks_for_Best_Dummy_Security_Cameras\"><\/span><strong><strong>Our 5 Picks for Best Dummy Security Cameras<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to trick some burglars? Below is a list of the five best fake security cameras that can be used as decoys around the exterior of the home alongside real security solutions like AlfredCamera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wali-bullet-dummy-fake-surveillance-security-camera\"><strong>WALI Bullet Dummy Fake Security Camera<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Available on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WALI-Surveillance-Security-Outdoor-Warning\/dp\/B01940JPLQ\/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2TAP937KL8OU6&amp;keywords=WALI+Bullet+Dummy+Fake+Surveillance+Security+Camera&amp;qid=1676903377&amp;refresh=1&amp;sprefix=wali+bullet+dummy+fake+surveillance+security+camera%2Caps%2C426&amp;sr=8-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Amazon<\/em><\/a><em>. RRP $29.99.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WALI-Bullet-Dummy-Fake-Surveillance-Security-Camera.png\" alt=\"WALI Bullet Dummy Fake Surveillance Security Camera\" class=\"wp-image-1254\" style=\"width:384px;height:337px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WALI-Bullet-Dummy-Fake-Surveillance-Security-Camera.png 512w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WALI-Bullet-Dummy-Fake-Surveillance-Security-Camera-300x263.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High quality materials make it a convincing dupe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Painless installation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LED lights and warning stickers to trick trespassers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No panning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light blinks constantly, while the lights on most real security cameras do not.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WALI has a wide range of fake security cameras available, so the choice ultimately comes down to a matter of what looks best. These silver-colored bullet cameras are a convincing replica of conventional CCTV cameras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each package comes with four dummy cameras, which can be screwed to the wall much like a real device. Warning decals are included, and each device takes two AA batteries to power the fake flashing LED.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><em><strong>What others are saying\u2026<br><\/strong><br>\u2018I can\u2019t say whether it will actually be a deterrent, but I can say that I like the idea. No massive costs and a little peace of mind.\u2019 &#8211; April via Amazon, July 2016.<br><br>\u2018Too funny to see my neighbor waving at the camera as they think I can see them from these fake cameras.\u2019 &#8211; JustlilOme via Amazon, December 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"WALI Bullet Surveillance Security with night vision - review - fake - dummy camera\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U5Xfj-URH4E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: DarkStoneCastle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"armo-fake-security-camera-4-packs\"><strong>WALI Dummy Fake Security Dome Camera<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Available on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WALI-Security-Flashing-Warning-Sticker\/dp\/B074T1FQRK\/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1JNJOB3B3N0PB&amp;keywords=armo%2Bfake%2Bsecurity%2Bcamera&amp;qid=1676904118&amp;sprefix=armo%2Bfakesecurity%2Bcamera%2Caps%2C282&amp;sr=8-5&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Amazon<\/em><\/a><em>. RRP $16.99.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"341\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/WALI-Dummy-Fake-Security-Dome-Camera.png\" alt=\"WALI Dummy Fake Security Dome Camera\" class=\"wp-image-5017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/WALI-Dummy-Fake-Security-Dome-Camera.png 341w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/WALI-Dummy-Fake-Security-Dome-Camera-200x300.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 341px) 100vw, 341px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>LED light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wall screws included<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contemporary look and feel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No panning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not especially good value<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This dome shaped option from WALI might be a better fit for some spaces, including for porches and above front doors. After all, it\u2019s pretty rare to see bullet-shaped security cameras around an average-sized home these days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sadly, this is significantly worse value for money than the four pack of bullet cameras. Still, the camera looks great, and comes with a warning decal and LED. The white casing is also chic and modern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><em><strong>What others are saying\u2026<\/strong><\/em><br><br><em>\u2018I like the fact that after it&#8217;s mounted it looks like it is wired in. The red &#8220;recording&#8221; light is another plus. I mounted mine above my front door and placed a &#8220;This Property is Under Surveillance&#8221; sticker close to it. Looks like the real thing!\u2019 &#8211; debbe via Amazon, February 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ge-interior-exterior-simulated-security-camera\"><strong>GE Interior\/Exterior Simulated Security Camera<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Available on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lowes.com\/pd\/GE-Interior-Exterior-Simulated-Security-Camera\/1000550959\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Lowe\u2019s<\/em><\/a><em>. From $12.99.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/aaqYRPY1BiUv28LkyS1Tpq0DTNniLWAx4BYJFLxTD83nXA2LZNHWHSCklyQ0c5e65UMnmX5B2wi_Zbt_BP58t2mjzi1kG0ts_BD7C4du_S_o5y5q37e6H8NhgIzMcJXiEKydZ4c3bfxm5ae3\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deters unwanted intruders with its fully functioning LED lights&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wall mounting is simple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rotatable bullet&nbsp; means it can be moved horizontally and vertically<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No automatic rotation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another convincing bullet camera option is this sleek black design that looks equally realistic indoors and out. Black is a somewhat more low-key look than silver or white, that, for some properties, may serve to heighten the realism. Just make sure it is visible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with other options, there\u2019s a flashing red LED, a fake wire, and the camera can be mounted to walls. It can also be tilted horizontally and vertically to best suit the location it&#8217;s mounted in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><strong><em>What others are saying\u2026<\/em><\/strong><br><br><em>\u2018Looks pretty good. I was pleased. So realistic-looking, even I believe it&#8217;s real. Red LED looks like the real thing. Nice product for little cost.\u2019 &#8211; Karl J Jalbert via Amazon, July 2019.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"szyan-dummy-security-cameras\"><strong><strong>SZYAN Dummy Security Camera<\/strong><\/strong>s<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><em><em>Available on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SZYAN-Security-Surveillance-Simulated-Flashing\/dp\/B08TLTQ57Z\/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Amazon<\/em><\/a><em>. From $10.99.<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"308\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Qy7O5emu5EtFZFDejhymdBjf8RPDr7envWl7mo55R-9aTpq3_3JpNLDuZTakMjX2DGgF3kLWolAkkUbhL0hc_xA5x0CjFSEtcNdtqMxqV05S1x8mIOjsxyq_UQ99tiqjAQJKxPzeL0mJGJCG\"><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Highly realistic look&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blinking red LED lights run on three AA batteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Super cheap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Battery life is, by many accounts, poor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rotation is limited to up and down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019d scarcely find this type of dome camera in an outdoors location, but if you\u2019re looking to make a small storefront or office space appear as if it has more security cameras than it does, perhaps consider this option from SZYAN.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The chic, modern design is highly realistic, and the lens can be posed vertically (unfortunately, there\u2019s no horizontal rotation, so keep this in mind when mounting the device to optimize its realism). LEDs and warning stickers come alongside the two dummy cameras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><em><strong>What others are saying\u2026&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><br><br><em>\u2018I\u2019ve had several of my neighbors notice them since I installed and not one of them asked me if they were fake. I think they look real and the included warning stickers are an added bonus.\u2019 &#8211; Amazon customer via Amazon, March 2022<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bnt-dummy-fake-security-camera\"><strong><strong>BNT Solar Powered Fake Security Camera<\/strong>s<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Available on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/BNT-Security-Simulated-Surveillance-Realistic\/dp\/B09NPQDNJS\/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1M6C2WAALY93P&amp;keywords=bnt%2Bdummy%2Bfake%2Bsecurity%2Bcamera&amp;qid=1676906100&amp;s=electronics&amp;sprefix=bnt%2Bdummy%2Bfake%2Bsecurity%2Bcamera%2Celectronics%2C292&amp;sr=1-4&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Amazon<\/em><\/a><em>. RRP $29.99.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/BNT-Solar-Powered-Fake-Security-Cameras.png\" alt=\"BNT Solar Powered Fake Security Cameras.\" class=\"wp-image-5018\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/BNT-Solar-Powered-Fake-Security-Cameras.png 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/BNT-Solar-Powered-Fake-Security-Cameras-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Functioning solar panels add realism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convincing red LED Comes in pack of two<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Though it adds a degree of realism, the LED light is only visible at night.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun-exposure necessary for power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Still requires two rechargeable AAA batteries to function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><em><strong>What others are saying\u2026<br><\/strong><br>\u2018The light blinking works well when it\u2019s dark as long as they are in direct sunlight all day. I\u2019d buy them again!\u2019 &#8211; Slick via Amazon, November 2022.<br><\/em><br><em>\u2018They work great. Most people can&#8217;t tell they&#8217;re fake. I would definitely recommend the brand as well as the item.\u2019 &#8211; Jedediah Lewis via Amazon, February 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-fake-security-cameras-work\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Red_Lights_on_Security_Cameras\"><\/span><strong><strong>Red Lights on Security Cameras<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What does it mean when a security camera flashes red?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Security cameras usually have a status LED light on them, which, depending on what color it shows and whether it flashes or is static, communicates to the user different things about the status of the camera.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-eeaf20bfc913ddf61ef05cbfa1b150d1 wp-block-paragraph\">For example, status LEDs can communicate whether the camera is set up properly, or when <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/security-camera-with-two-way-audio\/\">two-way talk<\/a> has been enabled for the user to speak through the camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The red lights that are sometimes visible inside the lens, on the other hand, are infrared bulbs. These bulbs flood the lens\u2019 field of view with infrared light to create an image in the dark when there isn\u2019t sufficient visible light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-d645339014b937021b27592ea46650b7 wp-block-paragraph\">Since that\u2019s the case, do fake cameras blink red? A convincing fake security camera should at least provide the option to have a flashing LED for the sake of realism. At a glance, a blinking red light clearly implies that <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-a-security-camera-is-on\/\">the camera is on and recording<\/a> to those passing by.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-you-make-a-dummy-security-camera-real\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real_vs_Fake_Security_Cameras_Are_Fake_Security_Cameras_Effective\"><\/span><strong><strong>Real vs Fake Security Cameras: Are Fake Security Cameras Effective?<\/strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fake security cameras look like their real counterparts, but are in reality just decoys designed to deter would-be burglars.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While a real security camera can stream and save video footage with or without audio, a fake security camera cannot. It has no microphone, speaker, or camera lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dummy cameras usually take AA batteries, which power lights made to mimic either the status LED or the ring of red lights used for infrared night vision in a real security camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good fake security camera will also feature convincing cables, which can be plugged into the device and fed inside the house to make it look like the device is hardwired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-it-illegal-to-have-security-cameras\"><strong>Is it illegal to have security cameras?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is not illegal to have a security camera on your property. 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Most best-selling fake security cameras feature blinking red lights to make the trespassers assume they are being recorded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-a-fake-security-camera-real\"><strong>How to make a fake security camera real?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1a31ad42dc1fc3d7853c2c21cdeb5d0e wp-block-paragraph\">Converting a fake security camera into a real one would be a costly and ambitious endeavor. Instead, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/turn-old-phones-into-security-cameras\/\">using AlfredCamera<\/a> alongside the dummy to achieve both visual deterrence and actual surveillance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-spot-a-fake-security-camera\"><strong>How to spot a fake security camera<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-529b160b7bdec1924c01719c0d9f941d wp-block-paragraph\">Fake security cameras are given away by continually flashing red lights, a complete lack of lights, or a lack of wiring.&nbsp;Dummy cameras that feature branding on them are preferable to ones without it, since real ones feature this excessively. Read more on <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-spot-a-fake-security-camera\/\">how to spot a fake camera<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fake security cameras are something of a curiosity. While there is no hard proof that they \u2018work\u2019, there certainly is strong evidence to indicate that they may have some positive influence on dissuading or deterring burglars.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are an inexpensive, simple way to quickly improve your home\u2019s security, but other useful alternatives exist. By transforming your old phone into a fully functioning security camera, AlfredCamera gives you all the benefits of a modern security camera in a convenient and costless package.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combining different deterring tactics, like fake security cameras, with the highly conspicuous app may make for stronger security overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-e303ea5d03204a4fc9697c8cff0bd9fa wp-block-paragraph\">Recommended reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/home-security-camera-placement\/\">Home Security Camera Placement: Where Should You Install Yours?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How to make a fake security camera real?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Converting a fake security camera into a real one would be a costly and ambitious endeavor. 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