Home monitoring has never been more accessible. With an Elecom Wi-Fi smart camera and the みまもるeye (Mimamoru Eye) app, you can keep a watchful eye on your home, family members, pets, and living spaces — from anywhere, at any time. The Japanese word "みまもる" (mimamoru) means "to watch over" or "to guard," perfectly capturing the caring purpose of this application.
What Is みまもるeye?
みまもるeye is the official companion app for Elecom-branded Wi-Fi smart cameras, developed by SHENZHEN APICAL TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD and published by DX ANTENNA CO.,LTD. Available on both iOS and Android, the app allows you to add compatible Elecom cameras, view live HD video in real time, control PTZ pan-tilt-zoom movement, communicate through two-way audio, receive motion detection push notifications, and manage both local microSD and optional Antenna-eye cloud recordings.
Designed primarily for the Japanese market, みまもるeye supports 11 languages including Japanese, English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, and Russian. The app is free to download with optional cloud recording subscriptions available for supported Elecom models.
Core Features
みまもるeye provides a comprehensive set of tools for Elecom camera management:
- Remote Live View — Watch real-time HD video from your Elecom cameras over Wi-Fi or cellular data from anywhere in the world
- PTZ Control — Pan, tilt, and zoom compatible cameras (such as Elecom CNW3CPB1 and CNW4CPF1) remotely to monitor every angle
- Two-Way Audio — Speak and listen through the camera's built-in microphone and speaker for real-time communication with family or pets
- Motion Detection Alerts — Receive instant push notifications when the camera detects movement
- Local microSD Recording — Record footage directly to a microSD card (up to 256GB on supported models) at no additional cost
- Antenna-eye Cloud Recording — Subscribe to Elecom's Antenna-eye cloud recording service for off-site backup (supported on select models like CNW3CPB1)
- Person Auto-Tracking — Compatible cameras automatically follow detected persons within the frame (PTZ models)
- Family Sharing — Share camera access with family members so multiple people can monitor simultaneously
- Temperature Monitoring — View ambient temperature readings from cameras equipped with temperature sensors
- Night Vision — View clear footage in low-light or complete darkness using infrared night vision
Supported Elecom Camera Models
みまもるeye is designed for Elecom-branded Wi-Fi smart cameras, including:
- Elecom CNW3CPB1 — Desktop surveillance camera with PTZ, person auto-tracking, and Antenna-eye cloud recording support
- Elecom WECAA1 — Lite model supporting local microSD recording up to 256GB; cloud recording not supported
- Elecom CNW4CPF1 — Tracking wireless camera with PTZ auto-tracking
- Other ELECOM-branded Wi-Fi smart cameras
How to Set Up みまもるeye
Setting up your Elecom camera with みまもるeye takes just a few minutes:
- Download the みまもるeye app from the App Store or Google Play
- Create an account or log in with your existing credentials
- Power on your Elecom camera and wait for the setup indicator
- Tap "Add Device" in the app and follow the on-screen Wi-Fi pairing instructions
- Start monitoring — your camera's live feed appears immediately on the home screen
Antenna-eye Cloud Recording
For supported Elecom models (such as the CNW3CPB1), みまもるeye integrates with the Antenna-eye cloud recording service. When motion is detected, video clips are automatically uploaded to secure cloud servers. Cloud storage subscriptions are managed through the app, providing an off-site backup that protects your footage even if the local SD card is unavailable.
For users who prefer free local storage, みまもるeye supports microSD cards up to 256GB for continuous or event-based recording on compatible models.
Platform Compatibility
The みまもるeye app requires iOS 11.0 or later for Apple devices (also compatible with macOS 11.0+ on Apple Silicon and visionOS 1.0+) and Android 5.0 or later for Android devices.
Who Uses みまもるeye?
みまもるeye serves a wide range of users looking for reliable, easy-to-use home monitoring:
- Families watching over elderly parents or young children at home while away
- Pet owners keeping an eye on their animals during work hours with PTZ tracking
- Parents using Elecom cameras as baby monitors with two-way audio
- Homeowners who want to monitor entry points or indoor spaces remotely
- Small businesses in Japan looking for a simple Japanese-language monitoring solution
Developer Background
みまもるeye is developed by SHENZHEN APICAL TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD, a Shenzhen-based technology company specializing in smart camera and IoT solutions. The app is published and distributed in Japan by DX ANTENNA CO.,LTD. under the Elecom brand, one of Japan's leading computer accessories and networking equipment manufacturers. The copyright is held by DX ANTENNA CO.,LTD.
