Staying connected with family shouldn't require everyone to own a smartphone. Im Cam is a smart home camera companion app developed by Shenzhen Cylan Technology Co., Ltd. that combines remote home monitoring with simplified two-way video calling — making it easy to check in on elderly parents, young children, and pets through connected camera devices.
What Is Im Cam?
Im Cam is a free companion app for Cylan-branded smart home cameras and sensors. Available on both iOS and Android, the app lets you add compatible cameras, view live video feeds, make two-way video calls through the camera device, receive motion and alarm notifications, manage smart home automation, and share camera access with family members. The app supports cloud storage subscriptions for recording and offers encrypted data transmission for privacy protection.
With a 2.7 rating on the App Store and 3.9 on Google Play, Im Cam has over 100,000 downloads and supports 17 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, and more.
Core Features
The Im Cam app provides a comprehensive toolkit for home security and family connection:
- Two-Way Video Calls — Make video calls through the camera device to elderly family members or children at home who don't have smartphones, bridging the communication gap
- Real-Time Monitoring — Connect smart cameras and sensors for live home surveillance from your phone or tablet, anywhere in the world
- Alarm Notifications — Receive instant push alerts when the app detects unusual activity or intrusions, enabling quick response
- Smart Automation — Integrate with smart home devices for automated security control, customized alert modes, automatic lighting, and device management
- Family Sharing — Invite family members to join the app, share camera access, and collaborate on home security management
- Cloud Recording — Subscribe to cloud storage plans for motion-triggered recordings with 7-day or 30-day retention cycles
- Night Vision — View clear footage in low-light conditions using infrared night vision on supported cameras
- Data Privacy — All personal and surveillance data is encrypted in transit; the developer does not share or sell user data to third parties
How to Set Up Im Cam
Setting up Im Cam with your camera takes just a few minutes:
- Download the Im Cam app from the App Store or Google Play
- Create an account or log in with your existing credentials
- Power on your Cylan camera and wait for it to enter pairing mode
- Tap "Add Device" in the app and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your camera to Wi-Fi
- Start monitoring — your camera's live feed appears on the home screen, ready for viewing and video calls
Cloud Storage Plans
Im Cam offers flexible cloud storage subscriptions for motion-triggered recordings. Plans include:
- 7-Day Dynamic Cycle — Stores motion-triggered clips for 7 days (from $5.99/month)
- 7-Day Full Cycle — Continuous 7-day cloud recording (from $12.99/month)
- 30-Day Dynamic Cycle — Motion-triggered clips stored for 30 days (from $11.99/month)
- 30-Day Full Cycle — Continuous 30-day cloud recording (from $29.99/month)
Annual plans are available at discounted rates. Cloud storage provides off-site backup that protects your footage even if the camera is damaged or stolen.
Who Uses Im Cam?
Im Cam is designed for families and caregivers who need simple, reliable home monitoring:
- Families with elderly parents who want to video call loved ones at home without requiring them to use smartphones
- Parents monitoring young children through connected cameras with two-way communication
- Pet owners checking on animals while away from home with live video and motion alerts
- Homeowners securing entry points and property with real-time surveillance and smart automation
- Caregivers remotely monitoring assisted-living situations with alarm notifications and shared access
Developer Background
Im Cam is developed by Shenzhen Cylan Technology Co., Ltd. (深圳市赛蓝科技有限公司), a Chinese smart home technology company based in Shenzhen. Cylan specializes in smart camera hardware and companion software, with products sold under the Cylan and CleverDog brands. Technical support is available at [email protected] and through the official website at www.jfgou.com.
