There are probably a number of places that would be available to view via webcam if only it didn’t need a computer and power in close proximity. DigitalXTractions has a solution to this problem by offering a webcam that runs on solar power and sends it’s images directly to an internet site through wireless phone lines.

The webcam has a 1.3 megapixel sensor that can capture either video or still pictures and send them to a site to be viewed through a wireless GPRS/EDGE cellular modem.

The actual camera is 7×4x3 inches and weighs about 5 pounds so it might not be real easy to hide, if that is your plan. Also, there is a solar power option (additional cost) and a back up batter that can take up some additional room wherever you mount it.

The real cool part about this solar webcam gadget is that despite the seemingly high cost and and bulk, you can have a relatively simple setup to have a live webcam feed without the complications of running wires to it.

Along with the purchase there is a monthly fee that covers the unlimited transfer of data through a cellular modem and the web hosting. The hosting covers showing the webcam images as well as a control panel to manage the camera functions remotely once you have it set up. The coverage is pretty good and allows you to mount your webcam outdoors as well.

Source [DigitalXTractions]