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The G3 delivers clear footage and can automatically track people or pets as they move across the room. The AI runs locally, allowing it to recognize faces, detect pets, and respond to custom gestures without relying on the cloud. You can even trigger automations, like turning lights on with an open-hand gesture or having the camera swivel toward the door when a sensor is tripped.

The AI runs locally, allowing it to recognize faces, detect pets, and respond to custom gestures without relying on the cloud.

The device also acts as a Zigbee 3.0 hub, connecting up to 128 Aqara accessories such as motion sensors, switches, or thermostats, while an infrared controller lets you bring older devices like TVs or AC units into your smart setup. Compatibility is broad, with support for HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT, and more.

Privacy isn’t forgotten either. A hardware masking mode lets you physically cover the lens when not in use, complete with a playful “sleepy face” indicator. Add in WPA3 security, encrypted video streams, and options for both local and cloud storage, and the G3 balances a deep feature set with strong safeguards.