For optimal storage of video content, the new Axis Surveillance microSDXC Card 64GB combines the market and technology know-how from Sandisk, a global leader in flash storage, with the extensive security system expertise of Axis. “Working with Axis, a market leader in network video, we have gained unique insight into the needs and requirements of surveillance applications, thus allowing us to optimise our products for this use,” says Oded Sagee, senior director and general manager of Connected and Computing Solutions at Sandisk. “Our vertically integrated approach and expertise in flash memory enables us to architect our industrial grade storage solutions to provide the reliability needed to offer trusted performance that’s absolutely critical for the security and surveillance markets.” Reliable high performance edge storage is specifically useful in 1-4 channel Axis Camera Companion systems, offering de-centralised video recording and eliminating the cost and the risk with centralised solutions. The Axis Surveillance microSDXC Card 64GB is delivered with an SD card adapter and supported by Axis 3-year warranty.

Axis Camera Companion software turns Axis cameras into a surveillance solution that typically comprises of 1-4 cameras and supports up to 16 channels. The new version, Axis Camera Companion 3, introduces Axis Secure Remote Access, which removes the need of manual port forwarding and router configuration, thus enabling an easy to setup, encrypted communication between cameras and smartphone or PC clients. “With Axis Secure Remote Access it is evident that security has been taken into consideration from the start,” says Jonas Magazinius, security consultant at Assured AB.

In addition, Axis Camera Companion 3 offers an updated user interface with several performance improvements, such as instant camera switching in live view for enhanced user experience and sharper client de-warping for better image usability of overview cameras with 360 views. “The combination of Axis Camera Companion 3, the new Axis Surveillance microSDXC Card 64GB and the recently announced Axis’ Zipstream technology for reduced bandwidth and storage needs futher aligns our solutions to meet the unique needs of the small systems market,” added Peter Friberg.