# Yi iot

> Connects you with family through real-time video and audio anytime and anywhere

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yunyi.smartcamera](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yunyi.smartcamera)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.yunyi.smartcamera`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kami HK
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 14,429,269
- **Rating:** 2.51 / 5 (125,095 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.1.5\_20260710
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2018-05-09
- **Publisher country:** HK
- **Size:** 287 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yunyi.smartcamera)
- **Website:** [http://www.kamihome.com](http://www.kamihome.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://kamihome.prod.kamicloud.net/app-privacy](https://kamihome.prod.kamicloud.net/app-privacy)

## Description

**Yi IoT** connects you with family and helps monitor important spaces through real-time HD video and two-way audio. Its 111° wide-angle lens, 4x digital zoom, panoramic viewing, and gyroscope support make it easy to see more from anywhere.

The app supports motion detection alerts, adaptive video streaming, up to 32GB of local storage, and recording when image changes are detected. It can also turn an old phone into a security camera. **Important:** This app supports the international version of the Yi IoT Camera only; China-version YUNYI Smart Camera users should download the compatible app from Mi Store.

## Rankings

- #10,210 — Overall
- #14 — Video players (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `Manifest.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.GET_TASKS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES`
- `android.permission.MOUNT_UNMOUNT_FILESYSTEMS`
- `android.permission.OVERRIDE_WIFI_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_LOGS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.REPLACE_EXISTING_PACKAGE`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.coloros.mcs.permission.RECIEVE_MCS_MESSAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.heytap.mcs.permission.RECIEVE_MCS_MESSAGE`
- `com.xiaomi.permission.AUTH_SERVICE`
- `com.yunyi.smartcamera.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.yunyi.smartcamera.permission.MIPUSH_RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for multi-camera viewing (up to four) and a functional setup, but these positives are overwhelmed by ad-heavy and subscription-driven changes. The app now often requires a paid plan to view live feeds beyond a brief free window (around 60 seconds), with updates worsening the experience by adding ads and pushing cloud storage. Ongoing reliability issues and slower performance contribute to a largely negative overall sentiment, with many considering alternatives.

### Pros

- Allows viewing up to 4 cameras simultaneously.
- Initial setup is functional (even if a bit different).
- The app provides live camera feeds for basic monitoring before heavy interruptions.

### Cons

- Excessive ad bombardment that interrupts use.
- Live viewing is behind a subscription and users are pressured to upgrade.
- Free live view is limited to about 60 seconds before prompting to activate a paid plan.
- Updates have degraded the experience by adding more ads and removing/limiting features.
- Reliability and performance issues persist, including delays and slow connections.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yunyi.smartcamera)