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Humax Eye support in UK was brought forward to 3 April 2024 so now the camera is useless.
Has anyone discovered how to access it via its IP? You can still register it on your local network but when you browse to the IP it asks for a password and user name.
Seems a shame to scrap a perfectly good camera.
I’m with you on this issue! Humax is totally blazé about EOL for the camera; I, however, am fuming: if I’d known that lifex was going to be so soon, I wouldn’t have bought it in the first place! It now makes me wonder how many other Humax products that I own will end up as doorstops afore erelong…‽
Has anyone managed to do anything useful with these cameras yet? I have four of them and cannot stand the thought of putting them in the WEEE bin….
Hi Julie – I gave up long ago as did I think most people. They are too locked down to readily do anything with. If you trawl the internet you’ll find some attempts but over complex and I’m certainly not tech illiterate.
Mine was consigned to a box of bits that “could be useful one day”.
Chris
I gave the question to AI, it replied:
For obsolete Humax Eye cameras, the official cloud servers that they relied on were shut down, effectively making them unusable as designed. Without the proprietary software, the devices are non-functional for their original purpose, and the lack of accessible custom firmware means they cannot be easily repurposed for new functions.
If you are a highly technical user with an interest in hardware hacking, there is a small chance you could explore repurposing the components, but for most people, the practical uses are limited to recycling or decorative purposes.
Non-functional uses
Decorative object: With its small, minimalist design, the camera and stand can be used as a decorative item on a shelf or desk, adding a retro-tech aesthetic.
Repurpose components (advanced users): For users with experience in electronics and soldering, the camera contains an HD sensor, a microphone, and Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules. These parts could potentially be scavenged for other small electronics projects, such as a Raspberry Pi project.
Responsible disposal in the UK
Since the device is functionally obsolete, the most responsible and straightforward course of action is to recycle it as electronic waste (e-waste).
Retailer take-back schemes: Many electronics retailers in the UK, such as Currys and John Lewis, offer free e-waste recycling, even if you didn’t originally purchase the item from them.
Local recycling centres: You can take your Humax Eye to your local Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC). You can find your nearest centre and check for specific instructions on the Recycle Now website.
Charity recycling programs: Some charities, such as the British Heart Foundation, accept donations of electronic items, even broken or vintage ones.
Prepare the camera for recycling: Before disposal, remove all personal data by resetting the device if possible, though this may not be a concern for obsolete hardware. Remove any batteries and recycle them separately at dedicated battery recycling points found in many supermarkets.
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