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Vivitar Unveils New Smart Home Security Cameras at 2019 CES®, Keeping Your Home and Property Safe

Vivitar, a legacy family brand of fun and affordable tech products, unveils at 2019 CES® this week its expanded smart home line, including a range of new indoor and outdoor security cameras to help protect any home. Vivitar’s passion is to make it easy for consumers to understand and use their feature-packed smart security products which all operate with one easy-to-use app, and also include compatibility with Google Assistant and Alexa.

The new products include a 360 panoramic security camera with digital pan-tilt-zoom, a video doorbell, smart plugs, light bulbs and sensors to control your home from anywhere. These latest offerings and more will be previewed at the Las Vegas Convention Center, January 8-11, 2019, at the Central Hall, Booth #16034.

All of Vivitar’s new smart home products are scheduled to be available Q1. The expanded line includes:

IPC-111 HD Security Camera ($24.99) 
Motion detection with notifications, making it easy to stay on top of anything happening around the home 
Two way intercom 
High definition video with night vision 
Wi-Fi connectivity, iOS and Android compatible

IPC 113 Full HD Security Camera ($39.99) 
Wide-angle view camera with night vision to keep an eye on your home or belongings even at night 
Full 1080p HD video, motion detection with notifications 
Two way intercom 
Wi-Fi connectivity, iOS and Android compatible

IPC 117 360 Panoramic Security Camera ($69.99) 
360 degree view with digital pan-tilt-zoom and motion detection with notifications 
Full 1080p HD video and night vision 
Two way intercom 
Wi-Fi connectivity, iOS and Android compatible

IPC-480 Outdoor 360 Panoramic Security Camera ($79.99) 
Keep an eye on the front or backyard with this weather-proof outdoor security camera 
360 degree view with digital pan-tilt-zoom, night vision and motion detection with notifications 
Full HD 1080p HD video and two way intercom 
Four AA batteries last up to three months 
Wi-Fi connectivity, iOS and Android compatible

DB-208 HD Doorbell Camera ($79.99) 
Never miss a visitor! Vivitar’s Doorbell Camera starts recording in high definition as soon as the doorbell is rung; can also be remotely activated 
Motion sensor with alerts and IR night vision make this the ultimate first line of protection for any home 
Three month rechargeable battery 
Wi-Fi connectivity, iOS and Android compatible

For more information, check out Vivitar at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall, Booth #16034, or visit http://www.vivitar.com.

About Vivitar 
Vivitar designs and manufactures affordable consumer electronics ranging from on-trend digital lifestyle products for millennial consumers to cameras and accessories for amateur and professional photographers. With a rich heritage dating back to 1938, the company's portfolio today spans mobile and audio accessories, cameras, and a constantly evolving array of specialty products in emerging electronics categories. It also is the largest supplier of digital still cameras, camcorders and accessories around the world, harkening back to its origins as an importer of photographic equipment and its subsequent development of industry-leading mass-market cameras, lenses and flashes. A division of Sakar International since 2008, Vivitar is headquartered in Edison, NJ, with offices in the United Kingdom, Latin America, Canada, Australia and Hong Kong, and global retail distribution through more than 100,000 mass market and specialty locations. For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com or follow the company on social media at Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

Capture Every Moment of Action from the Air with Vivitar’s All New Follow Me Drone, Now Available in Walmart Stores

Vivitar, a legacy family brand of fun and affordable tech products, is releasing its all-new Follow Me Drone - a quadcopter drone with a built in 360 camera, to Walmart retail locations across the country. With its Follow Me function and camera, the drone can be synced to use its camera to follow your motion, offering 360-degree views of all the action. At an affordable price point of $179.99, Vivitar is making it easier than ever to own an automated drone for sporting events and other activities.

The Follow Me Drone features a built in Dual GPS Module to help keep it locked in on the controller below while filming from the air. Wi-Fi connectivity allows users to take to the sky and control the camera and drone via the Smartphone app (iOS and Android). Getting the drone in the air is not a problem with the auto takeoff and landing function, making it easy for first timers to fly it. With the Follow Me function, the drone can track the user’s every move while it follows behind at a safe distance. With GPS LOCK hover mode, the 16.1 megapixel camera can take beautiful pictures and video without worry of drifting off location, capturing the perfect aerial shot. With a high-quality video feed and storage, the Follow Me Drone can be used for anything from capturing snowboard tricks to producing fun home movies.

“Walmart is the largest retailer in the world, and we can’t think of a better store to carry our most impressive drone yet,” says Edward Cohen, Vice President, Vivitar Technology Division. “With Vivitar, we continue to strive to bring cutting edge technology to market at an affordable price point. This drone offers technology found in much more expensive models, giving a wide range of consumers the opportunity to lift off and capture incredible footage.”

The Vivitar Follow Me drone has a range of 1,000 feet, features a return home function, and will retail at $179.99 For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com.

About Vivitar 
Vivitar designs and manufactures affordable consumer electronics ranging from on-trend digital lifestyle products for millennial consumers to cameras and accessories for amateur and professional photographers. With a rich heritage dating back to 1938, the company's portfolio today spans mobile and audio accessories, cameras, and a constantly evolving array of specialty products in emerging electronics categories. It also is the largest supplier of digital still cameras, camcorders and accessories around the world, harkening back to its origins as an importer of photographic equipment and its subsequent development of industry-leading mass-market cameras, lenses and flashes. A division of Sakar International since 2008, Vivitar is headquartered in Edison, NJ, with offices in the United Kingdom, Latin America, Canada, Australia and Hong Kong, and global retail distribution through more than 100,000 mass market and specialty locations. For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com or follow the company on social media at Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

Vivitar Full Suite of Smart Home Products Now Available at Staples, Home Depot, CVS, and More

Vivitar, a family brand of fun and affordable tech products, is launching its brand new smart home automation line to Staples, Home Depot, CVS and other retailer locations across the country. These affordable smart Wi-Fi cameras, outlets, and light bulbs are great starter products to transform any house into a smart home. DIY smart home remodeling has never been simpler with Vivitar’s wide range of Wi-Fi connected devices. Vivitar’s entry level line offers the perfect introduction into the smart home world, and can all be controlled by one easy to use app on either Android or iOS devices.

These products can help keep homes secure and provide peace of mind while also reducing electricity costs. The smart home line includes:

IPC 113 HD Security Cam ($49.99; Available now at Staples and Home Depot) 

• This wide-angle view camera comes with night vision to keep an eye on your house even at night time
• Magnetic base makes installation on the wall or ceiling a breeze
• Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
• Free cloud storage

IPC 117 360 IP Cam ($79.99; Available now at Staples and Home Depot) 

• This multi-surface mountable camera can be strategically placed virtually anywhere in your home
• 360 degree view with Digital Pan-Tilt-Zoom
• Built-in motion sensor alert and night vision mode
• Free cloud storage

DB-208 IP Doorbell Camera ($99.99 or $119.99 with Indoor Chime; Available Q2 at JC Penney and Home Depot) 

• Never miss a visitor! Vivitar’s IP Doorbell Camera starts recording as soon as the doorbell is rung; can also be remotely activated
• 3 month rechargeable battery
• Free Cloud Storage
• Built-in motion sensor alert and night vision mode makes this the ultimate first line of protection for any home

HA-1005 Wireless Remote Outlet ($24.99; Available now at CVS and Home Depot) 

• Operate any electronic device remotely with this 10 amp remote plug
• Full schedule management via the Vivitar Smart Home Security App
• Has multiple timers and works with iOS and Android devices

HA-1007 Wi-Fi Powerstrip ($49.99; Available now at CVS and Home Depot) 

• Control multiple electronics remotely with 1 click with the Vivitar Wi-Fi Powerstrip
• Comes with 4 outlets that can be individually controlled, and 4 USB outlets
• Set multiple timers for each device; compatible with iOS and Android devices

LB-60 Multi Color/Soft White Bulb ($24.99; Available now at CVS and Home Depot) 

• This 450 lumens (40 Watt Equivalent) energy saver bulb can be installed in any standard full size bulb mount
• Has multiple timers and away/home modes
• 256 color LED spectrum controlled via the app

LB-80 Multi Color/Soft White Bulb ($29.99; Available now at Home Depot) 

• This 1050 lumens (75 Watt Equivalent) energy saver bulb can be installed in any standard full size bulb mount
• Has multiple timers and away/home modes
• 256 color LED spectrum controlled via the app

For more information, check out these products and more at http://www.vivitar.com.

About Vivitar 
Vivitar designs and manufactures affordable consumer electronics ranging from on-trend digital lifestyle products for millennial consumers to cameras and accessories for amateur and professional photographers. With a rich heritage dating back to 1938, the company's portfolio today spans mobile and audio accessories, cameras, and a constantly evolving array of specialty products in emerging electronics categories. It also is the largest supplier of digital still cameras, camcorders and accessories around the world, harkening back to its origins as an importer of photographic equipment and its subsequent development of industry-leading mass-market cameras, lenses and flashes. A division of Sakar International since 2008, Vivitar is headquartered in Edison, NJ, with offices in the United Kingdom, Latin America, Canada, Australia and Hong Kong, and global retail distribution through more than 100,000 mass market and specialty locations. For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com or follow the company on social media at Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 
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Vivitar Makes Having a Smart Home Easier and Safer Than Ever with New IP Security Cameras Unveiled at 2017 CES®

(CES Booth #16038) -- Vivitar, a legacy family brand of fun and affordable tech products, unveils at 2017 CES® this week its expanded smart home line, including a range of new IP security cameras that make it easier than ever to keep your home safe. The new products include a hidden camera disguised as a smoke detector, a doorbell camera for added security at your front door, a camera with a magnetic base that can be mounted anywhere in the home, and a 360-degree camera with built-in motion sensor alert. These latest offerings and more will be previewed at the Las Vegas Convention Center, January 5-8, 2017, at the Central Hall, Booth #16038.

All of Vivitar’s new smart home cameras will now come standard with its convenient “Talk 2 U” function, which lets users communicate through the camera’s speakers from any location.

Vivitar’s new IP security cameras, scheduled to be available Q2, include:

IPC 420 360 IP Cam 

• Keep your home safe with this “stealth” home security camera - cleverly disguised as a smoke detector 
• Magnetic base makes installation on the wall or ceiling a breeze 
• Built-in wifi connectivity 
• iOS and Android compatible

DB-208 IP Doorbell Camera 

• Never miss a visitor! Vivitar’s IP Doorbell Camera starts recording as soon as the doorbell is rung; can also be remotely activated 
• Built-in MicroSD slot records video locally 
• Built-in motion sensor alert and night vision mode makes this the ultimate first line of protection for your home

IPC 320 IP Cam 

• See what your fridge sees! This trusty cam comes with magnetic base and can be mounted virtually anywhere 
• Built-in wifi connectivity 
• Compatible with iOS and Android systems 
• OTA updates available; includes 2GB free cloud memory space

IPC 117 360 IP Cam 

• This multi-surface mountable camera can be strategically placed virtually anywhere in your home 
• Built-in motion sensor alert 
• 2GB free cloud space for additional storage

For more information, check out Vivitar at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall, Booth #16038, or visit http://www.vivitar.com.

About Vivitar 
Vivitar designs and manufactures affordable consumer electronics ranging from on-trend digital lifestyle products for millennial consumers to cameras and accessories for amateur and professional photographers. With a rich heritage dating back to 1938, the company's portfolio today spans mobile and audio accessories, cameras, and a constantly evolving array of specialty products in emerging electronics categories. It also is the largest supplier of digital still cameras, camcorders and accessories around the world, harkening back to its origins as an importer of photographic equipment and its subsequent development of industry-leading mass-market cameras, lenses and flashes. A division of Sakar International since 2008, Vivitar is headquartered in Edison, NJ, with offices in the United Kingdom, Latin America, Canada, Australia and Hong Kong, and global retail distribution through more than 100,000 mass market and specialty locations. For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com or follow the company on social media at Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 
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