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Xthings Expands Ulticam Line With Gemini-Powered Intelligent Vision, Debuts HaLow System at CES 2026

The lineup pairs on‑device detection with Google’s cloud analysis to cut noisy alerts.

Overview

  • At CES 2026, Xthings introduced the IQ V2 flagship, the IQ Floodlight, the wire‑free Flex, and a Wi‑Fi HaLow hub‑and‑camera system aimed at long‑range installs.
  • The IQ V2 records in 4K HDR with a 160‑degree field of view, runs real‑time local detection with Gemini summaries, supports AC or PoE power, and targets Matter alongside HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings, and ONVIF.
  • The IQ Floodlight features 2K HDR video, a 1,600‑lumen light, color night vision, a 180‑degree diagonal view, microSD support up to 128GB, and seven days of free cloud storage, with PCWorld reporting a $199 price and Q2 2026 ship window.
  • The Ulticam HaLow uses sub‑GHz connectivity for extended reach—reported up to 1.5 miles—ships as a hub system supporting up to four cameras, and brings the same edge AI plus Gemini context to far‑flung locations.
  • The wire‑free Ulticam Flex records in 2K HDR, offers two‑way audio and an Always‑On Video feature, and runs on a 10,000 mAh battery that Xthings rates for up to three months between charges.