FAQ: Using cameras not on the official list? (V1 hub FAQ)

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SmartTiles (via @625alex) will allow you to setup a browser based dashboard of your ‘SmartThings’ and add in a streaming cameras. Not true integration with ST like I would like but at least gives some functionality you may be looking for.

Many community members have tablets setup at home, wall mounted, running SmartTiles with live Camera feeds. I personally have my Mobotix Q25 camera set to stream and works flawlessly, leave it up and running at work all day.

Very easy to install via www.SmartTiles.click
You can read about others experience connecting cameras/ streaming here:

SmartTiles: Video Camera Compatibility

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