Solar 360 Mini V2 — 7 Upgrades Built from Your Feedback

The 7 Upgrades at a Glance

Every camera brand says they listen to feedback. We can show you the receipts — each of these seven upgrades traces back to a specific, repeated customer suggestion:

• 🌙 IR + white light night vision — infrared that automatically switches to white light when something is detected, or an IR-only mode for discreet monitoring
• 🚗 Vehicle detection — the camera now alerts for vehicles as well as people
• 💧 Fully sealed SIM tray — even better waterproofing on an already IP66-rated camera
• 🔩 Premium solar panel bolts — upgraded to resist corrosion in coastal and exposed locations
• 🔆 Charging light on the cable end — see the panel is charging at a glance, no app required
• 📷 Beveled lens — sheds water droplets for a clearer image in the rain
• 📡 More UK APNs pre-loaded — even easier setup if you use your own SIM

None of these are headline-grabbing gimmicks. They're the kind of practical, in-the-field improvements you only make when your customers are farmers, gamekeepers, fishery owners, and site managers who tell you — in detail — what a camera needs to survive a British winter. Let's take each one in turn.

New: IR + White Light Night Vision — Two Modes

The single most-requested upgrade. The Solar 360 Mini now has two night-vision modes, switchable in the CamHipro app:

• Mode 1 — IR + white light (default): The camera watches discreetly in infrared. The moment a person or vehicle is detected, the built-in white light switches on automatically — flooding the scene, switching the image to full colour, and telling whoever just walked into your yard that they've been seen. For most security setups, that light coming on is the moment an intruder decides to leave.
• Mode 2 — IR only: The camera stays in infrared at all times, with no visible light. Ideal around livestock and wildlife — a lambing shed at 3 am, a beat on the river, a paddock next to a neighbour's bedroom window — anywhere you want eyes without a light show.

Night vision range remains a solid 20–30 metres, and because the white light triggers on detection rather than running constantly, it costs almost nothing in battery terms.

New: Vehicle Detection

Rural crime almost always arrives on wheels. Quad bike thieves bring a van. Fly-tippers bring a tipper. Poachers bring a 4x4. So the upgraded Solar 360 Mini now detects vehicles as well as people — and sends a push alert to your phone the moment either enters the detection zone.

This matters for two reasons:

• Earlier warning: A vehicle turning onto your access track is often the first sign of trouble — minutes before anyone steps out of it. Vehicle alerts buy you that time.
• Fewer false alarms: Smart person-and-vehicle detection means alerts for the things that matter, not every branch that moves. The camera wakes automatically on detection, ramps up to full-quality 15fps recording, and captures the event.

Detection reaches up to 30 metres across a 120° zone, adjustable via the camera's pan and tilt so you can aim it precisely at a gateway, track, or yard entrance.

Built Tougher: Sealed SIM Tray, Premium Bolts & Beveled Lens

Three of the seven upgrades are pure weatherproofing — because our customers don't mount cameras under porches. They mount them on fence posts above a loch, on scaffolding in horizontal rain, and on poles that catch everything the west coast can throw at them.

• Fully sealed SIM tray: The Solar 360 Mini was already IP66 rated — protected against heavy rain, dust, and even pressure-washing. The new fully sealed SIM tray closes off one more route for moisture, giving the connectivity hardware the same protection as everything else.
• Premium corrosion-resistant panel bolts: A small thing that customers in coastal and exposed spots specifically asked for. The solar panel's mounting bolts have been upgraded so they don't seize or corrode — meaning the panel you adjust in year three moves as freely as it did on day one.
• Beveled lens: Water droplets sitting on a flat lens are the classic weakness of every outdoor camera — one raindrop in the wrong place and your footage of the important moment is a blur. The new beveled lens profile actively sheds droplets, keeping the image clearer in exactly the weather when things tend to go wrong.

Easier to Live With: Charging Light & More UK APNs

The final two upgrades are about day-to-day ease of use:

• Charging indicator light on the cable end: Previously, checking that your solar panel was actually charging the camera meant opening the app. Now there's a simple indicator light on the cable end — walk past, glance at it, and know at once that the panel is doing its job. Especially handy in the first week after install, when you're fine-tuning panel position.
• More UK APNs pre-loaded: Every camera ships with a multi-network Farmstream SIM that automatically picks the strongest signal from EE, O2, Three, or Vodafone. But the camera is fully unlocked, and plenty of customers prefer their own SIM. The latest model ships with more UK APN profiles pre-loaded — so own-SIM setup is closer to plug-and-play than ever.

Original vs Upgraded: Side-by-Side

Here's exactly what's changed between the original Solar 360 Mini and the latest model:

What Hasn't Changed

Everything that made the Solar 360 Mini the UK's favourite off-grid camera is still here:

• Truly off-grid: A 26W solar panel (deliberately over-sized for UK light) and a built-in 15,600mAh battery that holds roughly two weeks of charge with no solar input at all. In real-world testing across Scotland, no winter-shutdown issues.
• No WiFi needed: Built-in multi-network 4G SIM connecting to the strongest of EE, O2, Three, or Vodafone at your site — or bring your own SIM.
• 3MP HD video: Sharp, clear footage day and night, recorded at 15fps when motion is detected and 1fps in standby to conserve power.
• Remote pan & tilt: Sweep 320° horizontally and 90° vertically from your phone — one camera covering a gate, a yard, and a track.
• Auto-tracking: Detects human movement and follows it automatically.
• Two-way audio: Built-in mic and speaker to challenge intruders — or greet visitors — through the camera.
• 24/7 on-board recording: Roughly 3 weeks of continuous footage on the included 64GB card (upgradeable to 256GB), viewable and downloadable remotely in the CamHipro app — no cloud fees, no removing the card.
• Built for the UK: All-metal shell, IP66 rated, operating from –15°C to +60°C.
• The guarantees: 30-day money-back guarantee, 18-month UK warranty, and lifetime UK-based support.

Price & Running Costs

Seven upgrades, same price. Here's the full picture:

• 📷 £199 — one-off camera purchase. Buy it once and it's yours: no contract, with the solar panel, pre-installed Farmstream SIM, 64GB storage, and all mounting fixings in the box.
• 📶 4G streaming plan — now from just £60 a year (£5/month). Data is only used when you watch live or play back footage in the app — 24/7 recording to the SD card uses none. Monthly and higher-usage plans are available, and the camera is fully unlocked if you'd rather use your own SIM. View all streaming plans →
• 🛟 Free lifetime support. UK-based help for the life of your camera, at no extra cost.

One more thing for summer 2026: we attend UK agricultural shows all season, and we're honouring our show pricing online — £30 off, applied automatically at checkout — for those who can't make it to a show. A one-time offer for summer 2026 only.

Where the Solar 360 Mini Works Best

The upgrades make an already versatile camera even more capable across the sites it was built for — anywhere with 4G signal but no mains power or WiFi:

• Farms & rural security: Gateways, fuel tanks, and machinery yards — vehicle detection is made for quad bike and machinery theft prevention and heating oil theft.
• Livestock & fieldwork: IR-only mode keeps watch over stock without disturbance — including sheep worrying protection.
• Fisheries & waterways: Night-time deterrence for fishing lakes and river beats.
• Building & work sites: The white-light deterrent and vehicle alerts earn their keep on construction sites and forestry sites.
• Storage & compounds: Long quiet winters at caravan storage sites and container yards are exactly what motion alerts are for.
• Equestrian & small business: From livery yards and stables to secure dog walking fields.

Got mains power at your site? The flagship Farmstream 360 adds optical zoom and long-range night vision — the Solar 360 Mini trades those for true off-grid freedom. See the full comparison guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

What's new in the upgraded Solar 360 Mini (V2)?

Seven customer-driven upgrades: dual-mode IR + white light night vision, vehicle detection alongside person detection, a fully sealed SIM tray, premium corrosion-resistant panel bolts, a charging indicator light on the cable end, a beveled water-shedding lens, and more UK APNs pre-loaded for easier own-SIM setup.

How does the new IR + white light night vision work?

Two modes, switchable in the app. Mode 1 (default): the camera watches discreetly in infrared, then automatically switches on the white light when a person or vehicle is detected — a deterrent that also switches the image to full colour. Mode 2: infrared only, with no visible light — ideal around livestock, wildlife, or neighbours.

How much does the Solar 360 Mini cost to buy and run?

£199 as a one-off purchase, no contract. The optional 4G streaming plan now starts from £60 a year (£5/month) — data is only used when you view footage, never while recording. The camera is fully unlocked if you prefer your own SIM.

Do I need WiFi or mains power?

No. The camera runs entirely on its 26W solar panel and built-in battery, and connects over 4G via a built-in multi-network SIM that auto-selects the strongest of EE, Vodafone, Three, or O2 at your site.

Can it run all year round in the UK — including winter?

Yes. Both the panel and battery are deliberately over-specced for UK conditions: the battery alone holds around two weeks of charge with no solar input, and real-world testing across Scotland has produced no winter-shutdown issues. Mount the panel south-facing and unshaded for best results — and if your site is heavily shaded, get in touch first and we'll talk it through honestly.

I already own a Solar 360 Mini — do I get the upgrades?

The seven upgrades are built into every Solar 360 Mini shipping now. Several are physical hardware improvements, so they apply to new units — but if you own an earlier model and want to know exactly what applies to your camera, get in touch with the UK support team. Lifetime support comes with every camera, whenever you bought it.