Home Technology: Simshine Baby Smart Camera Monitor

A smart baby monitor with AI.

Good arguments?

This Simshine model features a high-quality camera that captures 2K UHD resolution video of your baby’s movements and actions. Using cutting-edge AI technology, each position is interpreted in real-time to provide an accurate state of your baby’s well-being.

Equipped with a four-megapixel infrared night vision camera, the device allows you to monitor events even in low-light conditions, while a wide-angle lens provides maximum coverage of your child’s sleeping area.

With a highly sensitive built-in microphone and speaker, the gadget allows you to remotely communicate with your baby at any time.

It works in combination with an easy-to-use app that you can download to your smartphone or tablet. Providing instant notifications of any noise or movement captured by the camera that may require your attention.

One of the monitor’s most impressive elements is its AI-powered detection technology, which can track breathing, crying, sleep, and alert you to troubling signs. You’ll even be notified if something covers their face or if your baby turns over it, all of which can be fed into customized reports for trend analysis.

Additional features include temperature and humidity sensors that help take the guesswork out of why your child might be uncomfortable or having trouble calming down.

bad points?

A bit pricey, but given the number of bells and whistles, I think it’s justified.

Best for…

New parents who want extra peace of mind in the first few months.

Avoid if…

They worry that the availability of so much information could make it easy to become obsessed with data and potentially usurp traditional parenting instincts.

Result: 9/10.

Simshine Baby Smart Camera Monitor, £158.99 (amazon.co.uk)