The core benefit of a WiFi camera is remote access. With the YI IoT app, you can view your camera's live feed from anywhere in the world via Wi-Fi or mobile data. The app automatically adjusts video quality based on your network connection to maintain smooth playback.

The —primarily V380 Pro —is a surprisingly robust piece of software for a budget camera. While it lacks the polish of Google Home or Amazon Alexa integration (though some versions support Alexa via skills), it delivers essential features: real-time alerts, cloud/SD recording, and two-way audio.

Plug the camera into a power source using the provided DC adapter. Wait for the camera to initialize and emit a prompt or "beeping" sound.

: Infrared LEDs provide visibility up to 10 meters in complete darkness.

: The camera may also work with the YI Home App or universal monitors like tinyCam Monitor for advanced users who want to manage multiple brands in one interface.

| Issue | Severity | Description | |-------|----------|-------------| | Default credentials | High | Many similar cameras use “admin/admin” or blank password. | | Unencrypted video streams | Medium | Some models transmit video without TLS on local network. | | Cloud server location | Unknown | Data may be stored/processed in countries with weak privacy laws. | | Firmware updates | High | No automatic updates; no public changelog; risk of unpatched vulnerabilities. | | Backdoor accounts | Medium | Some OEM cameras have hardcoded test accounts (e.g., “root”). |

Use the app to remotely rotate the camera horizontally (up to 355°) and vertically (up to 120°).

The most common frustration among i100-AG owners is not knowing which app to download. Unlike major brands (Ring, Arlo, Nest), the i100-AG is a generic OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) camera produced by various Chinese factories. Consequently, it does not have a single "official" app.

If your camera is mounted upside-down on a ceiling, toggle "Flip Screen" to rotate the image 180 degrees.