Xiaomi’s Smart Camera C302 Goes Global — Practical, Smart, and Surprisingly Thoughtful

Sunday, 26 October 2025 at 11:50

Xiaomi’s quietly rolling out the Smart Camera C302 to global markets, and it’s honestly one of those small gadgets that make a bigger impression than you’d expect. The camera’s already listed on Xiaomi’s international site, confirming it’s ready for release. It’s compact, shoots in 2K, and adds just the right amount of AI without feeling over-engineered.

Sharper Vision and Smooth Control

The Xiaomi Smart Camera C302 records in 2304×1296 with a 3MP sensor, which gives you crisp details for home or office setups. It pans and tilts smoothly — that’s thanks to the dual-axis motor, covering an almost complete 360°. You can steer it easily from the Xiaomi Home app, and it doesn’t chew through storage either, using H.265 compression to save bandwidth. You can even mount it upside down — Xiaomi thought of that, too.

Better Night Vision, Less Glow

Low-light performance is a clear upgrade. Xiaomi added a high-sensitivity sensor that keeps color longer before switching to night mode. When it does, six infrared lights kick in — but without that red LED glow that can make rooms look eerie. It’s a small change that makes a real difference if you use it in bedrooms or nurseries.

Smart Detection That Actually Works

The built-in AI detection can tell the difference between people, pets, and babies, and can pick up unusual sounds like crying or glass breaking. It’s not just for show — you can set custom alert zones so it only notifies you when it matters. For busy households, that kind of filtering is gold.

Privacy Built In

When you’re home, you can have the lens retract into the body for peace of mind. There’s even an auto-schedule so it disables itself during certain hours. Xiaomi’s MJA1 security chip keeps everything encrypted, and some of the AI processing happens locally, which is always a nice touch for privacy-conscious users.

Simple Setup, Smarter Features

Setup looks straightforward — Wi-Fi 6 for steady streaming, Bluetooth pairing for quick connection, and support for Alexa and Google Assistant. It also offers two-way audio, so you can talk through the camera or check in when you’re away.

Storage is flexible: up to 256GB microSD or Xiaomi’s encrypted cloud. It works between -10°C and 40°C, and supports Android 8 and iOS 14 or higher.

Price and Availability

The Smart Camera C302 hasn’t been priced globally yet, but knowing Xiaomi, it should stay affordable — likely under $90. If it delivers on its promise of balanced design, AI, and privacy, it might just become the new go-to smart home camera for 2025.

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