No, the device requires a network connection to stream video. The Vision AI Box VA1 acts as a pass-through for the Smart Network Camera IPC, meaning it forwards the video stream in real time but does not store any footage locally. Video can only be accessed while both devices are online.

There is no need of subscription to use the UbiBot Platform. Each device comes with the free plan on UbiBot platform that offers 50MB storage and 200MB outbound traffic. The 50MB storage is for lifetime and 200MB of outbound traffic is rotated monthly for each device. But any balance of the outbound traffic will not roll over to the next month. For example, if you have 500 MB outbound traffic unused this month, you still have 1 GB next month. The free 50MB storage is enough to store over 2 years amount of data in case of your device takes temperature, humidity and light sensor readings every 10 minutes. You can also pay for larger amount of storage and outbound traffic. Please go to the "Pricing" page to see details.

We now support integration with Telegram via HTTP to provide additional alert notification methods. This example demonstrates how to integrate the UbiBot platform with Telegram. You will need to first create a UbiHTTP item on the HTTP interaction page first, then configure the corresponding trigger rule under channel page. When the rule is triggered, it will invoke the Telegram bot to send a message to your group or channel.

Steps 1: Create a Telegram Bot

1. Search for @BotFather, and send '/start'.
2. Send '/newbot' to create a bew bot.
3. Set the bot's name and username (such as UbiBotAlert_bot).
4. After successful creation, @BotFather will provide an API Token (such as 123456:ABC-DEF1234ghIkl-zyx57W2v1u123ew11).

Steps 2: Add the bot to the group

1. Create and open your group.
2. Tap the group name to access settings.
3. Select "Add members", search for the bot's username you just created (e.g. UbiBotAlert_bot) and add the bot.

Note: If the bot cannot be added, it may be due to privacy mode settings or group permission restrictions. Please follow the steps below to adjust the settings.

• Set Bot Permissions

To ensure the bot functions properly, you need to assign it the appropriate permissions. In the group, click the bot's name and select "Promote to Administrator". Then, enable the following permissions as needed:

• Delete Messages: Allows the bot to clean up spam or unwanted messages.
• Restrict Members: Enables the bot to mute or remove members.
• Invite Users via Link: Allows the bot to create or share invite links.
• Change Group Info: Allows the bot to modify group details such as name or profile picture.
• Post Messages Anonymously: Usually not required.

• Adjust Bot Privacy Settings

By default, many bots operate in Privacy Mode, meaning they can only see messages that mention them or are replies to them.If you want the bot to monitor all messages (e.g., for keyword detection or automatic greetings), you need to disable privacy mode. To disable privacy mode, send '/setprivacy' to @BotFather. Select your bot and choose "Disable" to turn off privacy mode.Once disabled, the bot will be able to receive all messages in the group (administrator permissions are still required).

Steps 3: Retrieve the group chat_id

1. Search for @getidsbot and click START or send the '/start'.
2. Add @getidsbot to your group.
3. The bot will send the group ID, which is usually a negative number (for example, -50******88).

Steps 4: Set up HTTP

1. Log in to the Ubibot console(console.ubibot.com), navigate to HTTP interaction page.
2. Create a HTTP.
3. Enter the URL, select "POST" method and enter content type "application/json". The URL should be "https://api.telegram.org/botAPI Token/sendMessage", the API Token is the token obtained in the first step, e.g. https://api.telegram.org/bot8408679946:AAHowzTM_gHKv8pA-Kvpv9T2sTp-D_RskXk/sendMessage.
4. The Body contains the message content to be sent, and the chat_id must be replaced with the group chat ID obtained in the third step. If you need to adjust the content, please refer to the FAQ.

Steps 5: Create an Alert Rule

Create an alert rule from the console panel of the selected channel. Choose "HTTP" as the alert mode and select the created UbiHTTP in step 4. When the this sensor rule is satisfied, it will trigger the UbiHTTP to send a message the your Telegram group.

To top up your UbiBot account, please follow these steps:

1. Open your UbiBot Console Platform:https://console.ubibot.com
2. Click on the "Billing" option, then select "Account Top-up."
3. Select your preferred payment method and the amount you wish to top up. Then, click the "Top-up" button.
4. After your payment is processed, your account will be credited with the corresponding amount. You can use these credits to extend additional UbiBot services. (1 credit = $1).For more details on available services, please visit our pricing page:https://www.ubibot.com/pricing 

All the sensing data is periodically synced to our platform via WiFi according to the interval you set (default 15 minutes). You can view the latest measurements using the UbiBot App or any browser.You can view the raw data or apply functions such as average, min/max or sum.

You can enable data sharing from the App and from the IoT platform.

1. 1. Using the App

1. 1. • Launch the App and log in.
      • Select the device you want to share and go to the info tab.
      • Click on Sharing and in the search box search for the other user by username, or email.
      • If the user is found, their name and details will be displayed. Click on their name and confirm that you want to share the device with them.

1. Using the IoT platform

• Log in to your account on the platform and locate the correct device.
• In the device information screen select Share and search for the user by email or user name.
• If the system finds a match, select the user and confirm you want to share the device.

*Devices that have been shared with you will appear under the Other tab in the app and on the platform. Devices you have shared with other people will appear under the Shared tab. *To stop sharing the device on the App, locate it in the Shared tab, then swipe to the left and click on the revealed Delete button. Confirm that you want to stop sharing the device.

By default your device will take readings every 5 minutes and will sync with the IoT Platform every 15 minutes. The measurement and data sync frequency can be changed under the device Settings tab in the App. Remember, the more frequently it syncs, the shorter your battery life. And if the frequency is set too high, the frequent WiFi usage may increase the internal temperature of the device, in which case the measured temperature may be inaccurate. Therefore, we recommend to set the sync frequency to a value higher than 10 minutes and the measurement frequency to the same or shorter interval than the data sync.

You can manage your alerts in the Rules page in the App. Tap on the "+" to add a new alert. If you want to delete any alert, simply long-press the alert and then click the 'trash can' icon that appears next to it. NOTE: The "Default Offline Alert" can only be turned off. It cannot be deleted. Alert Metric: You can set alerts for any of the metrics shown below. The voltage indicates the remaining battery in the device. Typically, when this drops below 2.6v, it's not able to support WiFi and hence data sync, alerts and wireless setup won't work. Modes of Alerts: We offer multiple channels to send alerts, including in-App notifications, emails, SMS texts, voice call and web notifications. You can configure any combination of these via the UbiBot ® App or using the IoT portal. Please note that the SMS and voice call alerts will cost you credits from your balance. The precise fee depends on the network provider of the receiving number. This cost can be checked when you set up the alerts or on our pricing page.