# AtHome Video Streamer DIY CCTV — Phone as surveillance camera

> Repurpose old devices as security cameras with remote viewing and AI alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by 南京景从通讯科技有限公司.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/athome-video-streamer-diy-cctv/id590416158 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [南京景从通讯科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580010954)
- Category: Business, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 181 App Store ratings · 411 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China), Japanese
- Released: 2013-02-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/athome-video-streamer-diy-cctv/id590416158/reviews.md

## What is AtHome Video Streamer DIY CCTV?

How to turn the old iphone,computer or set-top box into  a security camera？ You only need to install "Athome Video streamer " APP in it.   With "Athome Camera Pro" APP in other iphone, you can view it anywhere, and receive alerts right away in case of any incident.


*******  Three Steps to setup ********
Prepare 2 devices (computer or phone) before you get start.
Step 1: Download the video capture app AtHome Video Streamer App and install it in device A, the unique Connection ID (also referred to as CID) will be assigned to the device A  at the first time.

Step 2: Download and install the viewer app AtHome Camera app in device B which you want to use as a viewer. Open the app, sign up and login, select "Add by CID" or "By QR Code" to add a device A, so you are all set to enjoy the live streaming !

******** Supporting *********
Email: support@iChano.com
Website: www.iChano.com

*******  Main Features  ********
1. No more false alarms due to advanced AI and Deep Learning technology used to detect motion triggered by humans as opposed to shadows, lights, etc. 

2. Face recognition technology will help you to distinguish whether the person appearing in the video is your family members or intruder and immediately inform you.

3. Remote monitoring on the go: watch live streaming via 3G/4G or WiFi network from anywhere at anytime.

4. Enhanced Night Vision: In a lower lighting condition, turn on the "Night Vision" mode will get you a  much clear and enhanced video image.

5. Two-way Talk: communicate with people and pets using the built-in mic and speaker.

6. Multi-view Display: Watch up to 4 cameras from multiple streamers on one screen simultaneously !

7. Run at startup and hide on startup: option to run the AtHome Video Streamer in background mode;

8. A Highly Secure Cloud Service: Protect all your videos and view them directly in the cloud, enjoy tight security with an easy-to-use interface. All your videos are encrypted before being uploaded to the cloud, preventing critical data being lost of tampered with. 

9. Time-lapse: Time-lapse recording will summarize 24 hours' video into a short video of just several minutes, a faster and easier way to get to know what happened in a day.

10. Pan/Tilt: remotely control your IP camera left and right or up and down to capture an entire room.

11. Support almost all major platforms:  the App runs on PCs, smart phones, Mac book etc.

12. High definition：AtHome now allows a 1280 x 720 resolution for supporting devices.

13. Secure and private: all connections between your phone and the video streaming device are encrypted.

## Key features

- AI motion detection
- Face recognition
- Remote monitoring
- Night vision
- Two-way talk
- Multi-view display
- Secure cloud storage

## What do users think of AtHome Video Streamer DIY CCTV?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🚀 Great video quality
- 💡 Useful for monitoring pets/home
- 🚀 Smooth streaming
- 👍 Convenient to use old devices as cameras

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption on devices used as cameras
- 🔒 Lack of password protection/security features
- 🐛 Motion detection issues and false alarms
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Camera goes offline randomly
- Streaming freezes or lags
- QR code scanning not working
- App crashes after updates

**Most requested features**

- Add password protection and user access controls
- Improve motion detection accuracy and customization
- Allow use of front-facing cameras
- Provide better instructions and documentation
- Implement cloud storage and remote access options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 411)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/athome-video-streamer-diy-cctv/id590416158/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 发烫问题严重

*2026-08-16*

新版采集端一打开就发烫根本不能用，更别说外出几小时，能不能改成从前的版本？

### 5/5 — 挺好滴

*2026-08-11, version 5.2.4*

相当好哦 旧手机秒变为智能摄像头 哦耶

### 2/5 — Could Be Better

*2026-08-02, version 5.2.4*

After the upgrade to AI the Motion Detection stopped working.

### 1/5 — 起動しない

*2026-07-27*

そもそも起動しなくなった

### 5/5 — 技术改进

*2026-07-16*

挺好的一款软件，别动不动就升级好不好。要论功能肯定比不了现在的独立摄像头，你的定位是旧设备盘活。升级后版本低的老苹果就用不了，那花稍的功能谁会用这老掉牙的设备去用。这不一升级就闪退，根本进不去了，充的vip也作废了。也就是说要淘汰大部分老旧机型，那这款软件设立的初衷是为啥呢。忘考虑或保留老版本以供大家有更多选择。

### 1/5 — 升级后无法使用

*2026-07-07, version 5.2.3*

我用了3年一直非常稳定，前两天突然莫名其妙自动升级了，导致我根本无法启动和使用，升级了设备系统，也没用，联系他们的技术支持根本没人理睬，另外使用该应用手机会严重发热，不会超过半个月就会电池鼓胀而损坏，已经坏了两个手机，不过都是旧手机所以也无所谓，现在都在用冰袋，购买的订阅看样子只能捐赠了

### 2/5 — Best free option

*2026-05-27, version 5.2.2*

This is hands down the best free option, the more popular apps are entirely overrated in comparison to this app. Good quality and has the option to record 24/7 without asking for a subscription. Happy with this app

### 1/5 — Fahanas

*2025-08-25*

I don't know what's wrong, it's not working like it used to…

### 5/5 — Still supports old iOS!

*2025-07-29, version 5.1.9*

This app makes old iPhones useful! Thanks to the developer!

### 2/5 — 좋은데 베터리 소모가 엄청나네요

*2025-05-14*

전원을 연결시켜놓았는데 금방 닳아서 핸드폰이 꺼져버리네요 아쉽습니다

## Frequently asked questions about AtHome Video Streamer DIY CCTV

### What does the AtHome Video Streamer app do?

This app allows you to turn an old smartphone, computer, or set-top box into a security camera. You install the 'Streamer' app on the device you want to use as a camera and the 'Camera Pro' app on your viewing device to monitor the feed remotely and receive alerts.

### What are the main features of this security camera app?

Key features include advanced AI for accurate motion detection, face recognition, remote monitoring over 3G/4G or WiFi, enhanced night vision, two-way talk, and the ability to view up to four cameras simultaneously. It also offers secure cloud storage and time-lapse recording.

### Is the AtHome Video Streamer app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does contain advertisements. Based on the provided information, it also has in-app purchases, suggesting that some advanced features or services might require payment.

### What devices are compatible with AtHome Video Streamer?

The app supports a wide range of platforms, including PCs, smartphones, and MacBooks. This means you can repurpose various old devices to act as your security cameras and view them from different devices.

### How do I set up the security camera system?

Setting up is a three-step process. First, install the 'AtHome Video Streamer' app on the device you want to use as a camera to get a unique Connection ID (CID). Second, install the 'AtHome Camera Pro' app on your viewing device, sign in, and add the streamer device using its CID or a QR code. Finally, you can enjoy live streaming.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.4 — 2026-07-28

AI Upgrade! Intelligently recognizes dozens of objects including person, vehicles, birds, cats and dogs, and alerts on entry or exit.
Bug fixed.

### 5.2.3 — 2026-07-02

AI Upgrade! Intelligently recognizes dozens of objects including person, vehicles, birds, cats and dogs, and alerts on entry or exit.

### 5.2.2 — 2025-11-11

Introducing the Sound Detection Alert feature

### 5.2.1 — 2025-08-16

Download recordings faster now!
Bug fixed.

### 5.2.0 — 2025-08-13

Download recordings faster now!

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