i-PRO has announced the launch of its new U-series, which the company notes marks the first time edge AI has been introduced to all its security camera lines.

The new camera lineup will be showcased at booth #10037 at ISC-West, taking place 31 March – 4 April in Las Vegas.

According to the company, the U-series is designed for installations that need the accuracy advantages of AI-based object detection in security environments at an entry level.

The edge AI camera models are particularly suited for detecting intruders, loitering, direction, line crossing and speeding.

Cameras with edge AI

“As a leader in edge computing within the security industry, i-PRO was the first to integrate AI across our entire S-series line, setting a new standard,” said Gerard Figols, Chief Product Officer at i-PRO.

“Now, the i-PRO U-series line-up introduces essential edge computing technology to our entry-level models, transforming them into proactive devices that align with market trends.

“By bringing the advantages of AI to fundamental security installations, we’re offering smarter technology for end-users who don’t require forensic search and advanced business insights based on metadata and attributes.”

i-PRO says that the new edge AI product line introduces higher-resolution imaging options, including 2MP, 5MP and 4K dome, box and bullet cameras, enhancing clarity and precision.

Additional features include:

• Advanced AI Image Analytics: AI-VMD for intelligent video motion detection
• Audio recording capabilities for enhanced situational awareness
• Increased Optical Zoom for improved focus on image clarity and analytics accuracy

Direct to cloud

i-PRO emphasizes that the U-series edge AI camera line was designed to be a companion for direct-to-cloud VSaaS deployments offering flexibility and scalability.

As cloud-based solutions continue to evolve, future firmware updates will enable additional features and functionality.

By combining Direct-to-Cloud connectivity with AI on the Edge, these cameras deliver real-time insights while reducing bandwidth consumption, improving response times and enhancing data privacy.

Strengthening cybersecurity

The new U-Series has FIPS 140-3 level 3 compliance, utilizing an NXP EdgeLock secure element, to provide a high level of data security.

Level 3 certification includes stricter requirements for cryptographic modules, further reinforcing security by improving physical tamper resistance and safeguarding against key extraction and hardware attacks, i-PRO says.

“i-PRO does not compromise cybersecurity by any means – not even in our entry-level camera lineup,” added Figols.

“By prioritizing the highest level of cybersecurity, we demonstrate our commitment to data integrity, ensuring peace of mind for all our customers and users.”

The new U-series consists of 28 models, with 15 featuring edge-processed AI analytics and 13 serving as non-AI replacement models.

AI-enabled models will be available from June/July, and the non-AI models will be available later this year.