Hikvision has unveiled its new Ultra-Endurance body-worn camera, designed for professionals who require a reliable device capable of long-term operation in demanding field conditions. The camera supports up to 15 hours of continuous recording, ensuring uninterrupted documentation without the need for frequent battery recharging.

The device is equipped with a rugged 64 GB EMMC memory chip, engineered to withstand vibrations and ensure secure data storage even in dynamic working environments. This approach further highlights Hikvision’s focus on reliability and long-term durability of its hardware solutions.

Special attention has been given to ease of use, allowing one-hand operation with a large, easily accessible recording button. This functionality is particularly suited to security personnel, emergency responders, and other professionals for whom rapid reaction is critical.

The new body-worn camera is part of Hikvision’s broader strategy to develop sustainable and energy-efficient security solutions, tailored to the modern requirements of field operations and digital event documentation.

TVT Digital Technology has published the results of a real-world night vision test conducted in completely dark conditions, comparing the TD-9442E4B and E3B-A camera models with a smartphone camera and the human eye. The test was carried out in a pitch-black environment to realistically assess camera performance in extreme low-light scenarios. According to the manufacturer, the TD-9442E4B with infrared illumination enabled delivered sharp details with clean and stable footage. The E3B-A model, tested without IR support, produced a significantly darker and blurrier image with limited usability in total darkness. Under the same conditions, the smartphone camera and the human eye were unable to capture meaningful scene details.

TVT highlights that the E4B benefits from advanced low-noise image processing, resulting in clearer and more usable night-time recordings. An additional advantage is its wide dynamic range, which helps balance bright and dark areas within the same scene. The company states that the test confirms the advantages of professional video surveillance cameras over consumer devices in low-light environments.

The full comparison and real test footage are available to view on the manufacturer’s official YouTube channel: Night Vision Showdown｜TD-9442E4B Real Test – YouTube

Ajax Systems has introduced a new upgrade to its iOS applications, further improving the user experience when viewing video from surveillance cameras. The new feature enables smarter navigation when zooming into video footage, both in live view and during playback of archived recordings.

When users zoom in, a thumbnail of the full frame is now displayed, clearly highlighting the area currently in focus. This makes it significantly easier to navigate within the image and accurately track details without losing the overall context of the scene. The enhancement is particularly useful when analysing large areas, perimeters, or zones with multiple points of interest, further increasing the efficiency of video surveillance within the Ajax ecosystem.

The new functionality is available in the latest versions of the Ajax Security System 3.37 and Ajax PRO: Tool for Engineers 2.37 apps for iOS devices, and can be accessed after updating the apps via the App Store. With this update, Ajax Systems continues to focus on the continuous improvement of its software solutions, with a strong emphasis on intuitiveness, responsiveness, and professional usability of security systems.

Axis Communications has introduced the AXIS Q9227-SLV Corner Camera, a next-generation specialized security camera designed to withstand impacts and reduce the risk of self-harm, intended for high-security environments such as prison cells and psychiatric wards. The camera features a compact, anti-ligature design with IK11 certification, minimizing the risk of tampering while ensuring long-term reliability in demanding conditions.

The AXIS Q9227-SLV offers 5 MP resolution and a wide field of view with no blind spots, providing complete coverage of monitored spaces. An integrated hidden speaker and microphone, with on/off control and voice enhancement, enable clear two-way audio communication. The camera is equipped with 940 nm invisible IR illumination for discreet monitoring in total darkness, while a white LED allows key details to be captured in color.

Powered by a deep learning processing unit (DLPU), the device can run advanced analytics directly on the camera. AI-based features such as AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Audio Analytics come preinstalled, along with AXIS Live Privacy Shield for dynamic, AI-driven object masking to protect privacy. Easy installation and straightforward maintenance further enhance usability in facilities with high security requirements.

Data security is ensured through the Axis Edge Vault platform, which provides hardware-based cybersecurity and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure storage and management of cryptographic keys.

IDIS has introduced two new advanced PTZ cameras that deliver powerful AI capabilities and high-performance NIR imaging, expanding its range of solutions for more efficient monitoring of open areas. The new lineup is designed for use in public and communal spaces, commercial facilities, schools, logistics centers and warehouses, retail environments, and perimeter protection applications. The NDAA-compliant portfolio additions include the 4MP AI PTZ (LightMaster) DC-S6481HRA and the Mini 5MP AI PTZ (DC-S4561WRA), which complement the company’s previously launched Edge AI Plus 8MP and 6MP cameras.

Both PTZ models are equipped with IDIS Deep Learning Analytics (IDLA), powered by the in-house developed IDIS Deep Learning Engine, designed to deliver more accurate monitoring while reducing the workload on operators in control rooms. A key highlight is AI auto-tracking, which detects and classifies objects in real time, distinguishing between people and vehicles and irrelevant elements such as shadows, animals, or moving vegetation. Once a target is detected, the camera automatically tracks it by dynamically adjusting zoom and viewing angle, while coordinated tracking across multiple cameras enables continuous coverage without loss of visual continuity.

IDLA further enhances operational efficiency through automated functions such as object detection, intruder detection, and loitering detection, while reducing false alarms through advanced metadata processing and two-way audio communication.

Both models feature Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) during pan, tilt, and zoom movements, and IDIS Smart Failover ensures uninterrupted recording in the event of network disruptions.

The DC-S6481HRA offers an NIR night vision range of up to 400 meters, IK10 vandal resistance, and IP66-rated protection against water, dust, and corrosion, making it suitable for demanding outdoor environments. The compact DC-S4561WRA provides an NIR range of up to 100 meters and a discreet design, making it ideal for space-constrained locations and environments with challenging lighting conditions.

“Our expanded AI PTZ lineup makes it easier than ever to design video surveillance solutions that deliver outstanding performance across the widest range of environments. With advanced analytics and auto-tracking, targets can remain under continuous surveillance, even during the most dynamic situations,” said Jun-Kyung Sung, Head of the Product Planning Team at IDIS.