Motorola VM36XL WiFi Video Baby Monitor
- 5 inch touchscreen parent unit, flashlight on the back
- 720p HD over Wi-Fi to the Motorola Nursery app
- Pan, tilt and digital zoom camera
- iOS and Android app with two-way talk, lullabies, room temperature
- AES 128-bit and 256-bit plus a 512bit proprietary encryption layer
- Night vision, cry detection, wall mount
- IP65 listed waterproof level, indoor use
Updated 22 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A capable app-linked monitor for parents who want a dedicated touchscreen unit plus phone viewing, with pan and tilt to cover the room. Wireless range and parent unit battery life are not listed.
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ASIN: B09D115MXHModel: VM36XLTOUCHCategory: Video Baby Monitors
Overview
A pan, tilt and zoom camera on the nursery wall streams HD video over Wi-Fi to both a touchscreen parent unit and the Motorola Nursery app. Two-way talk, lullabies and a room temperature reading run through the same link.
Dual viewing is what sets it apart: a handheld touchscreen for the house and a phone app for when you are out, both behind layered encryption. Range and parent unit battery life go unmentioned, so how far it reaches and how long it lasts unplugged are unknowns.
Who it's for
Households where one parent watches on the handheld while the other checks from a phone get both from one camera. Parents who distrust any internet-connected camera should choose a closed system with no Wi-Fi.
Pros and cons
- Dedicated touchscreen plus phone app
- Camera pans and tilts across the room
- Layered encryption on the app link
- Two-way talk from another room
- Range not listed despite long range claim
- Parent unit battery life unstated
- Digital zoom loses detail when enlarged
- Single camera in this set
Performance notes
Picture quality rests on the Wi-Fi link and the camera resolution: a weak router signal in the nursery drops the stream before the camera itself becomes the limit. Digital zoom crops the frame, so detail falls as you zoom in, and night viewing depends on the night vision mode.
Specifications
| Brand | Motorola Nursery |
|---|---|
| Model | VM36XLTOUCH |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 21 x 10 x 7 inches |
| Item Weight | 454 g |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | 1 Camera TouchScreen |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Mounting Type | Wall mount |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Apple iOS and Android app |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Other details | |
| Video Capture Resolution | 720p |
| Night Vision | Night Color |
| Control Type | Pan, tilt and zoom from the parent unit |
| Video Capture Format | MPEG-4 |
| Waterproof Rating | IP65 |
| Alert Type | Cry detection |
| Zoom Type | Digital zoom |
| Focus Type | Manual focus |
| Sensor Type | Room temperature |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Audio | Two-way talk, lullabies |
| Encryption | AES 128-bit, AES 256-bit, 512bit proprietary layer |
| Antenna Location | Monitor Baby |
| BuiltIn Media | Monitor, Camera |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Form Factor | Stand Alone |
| Mfr Part Number | 030-04-0220 |
| Room Type | Nursery |
| Specific Uses For Product | Surveillance |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Motorola Nursery parent unit?
The screen is listed at 5 inches, but the unit's own dimensions are not given; the 21 x 10 x 7 inches entry is not clearly tied to the parent unit.
Is the Motorola Nursery VM36XL a two-camera set?
No. The listing covers one camera with a touchscreen parent unit.