Networking equipment manufacturing giant D-Link has announced the release of the first smart home security camera with HomeKit integration. The security camera called Omna 180 Cam HD features a wide angle 1080p camera with night vision and two-way audio, enclosed in a sleek cylindrical body.

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The camera comes with the latest HomeKit features in iOS 10 which displays live video feed from the Home app. It can even send a notification to one's iPhone when motion is detected, including video of the event. The product can be setup and controlled through the Home app, although some advanced features will require the use of D-Link's free Omna app.

The Omna 180 Cam, which was first announced at CES 2017, appears to have beaten everyone else in the market with its integrated HomeKit video support, new with iOS 10, according to 9to5mac. With 180-degree vision, the camera can sit discreetly in a corner while seeing and recording the entire room. It can also record a video clip whenever motion is detected automatically. Additionally, the D-Link camera can also be used as a motion trigger to activate other connected HomeKit accessories automatically. For example, one can setup HomeKit to turn on Philips Hue lights whenever the camera detects motion. The camera relies on Infrared LEDs in the dark to record in night vision mode up to 5m distances.

The device also includes a built-in microphone and a speaker for two-way audio, so that if someone is at home one can speak back to him/her remotely. It also comes with an integrated microSD card slot to backup the recorded video clips and photos.

The camera is now available for purchase from the Apple Online Store for $199 with deliveries starting next week. It will be sold at Apple retail stores by the end of the month. To see more details about the product, visit the D-Link website.