Reolink Launches OMVI X16 PoE Security Camera
The flagship camera combines a 24MP triple-lens system with on-device AI detection and local storage without a mandatory subscription.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Cybersecurity
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Reolink released the OMVI X16 PoE, the flagship of its OMVI series, priced at $679.99 in the United States. The camera pairs a 16MP panoramic dual-lens bullet unit with a 4K pan-tilt-zoom dome in a 24MP total triple-lens system.
Why it matters
The release adds a high-resolution option to home and business surveillance, with on-device AI detection and local footage storage that does not require a mandatory subscription. Consumers weighing ongoing cloud fees for camera systems now have another hardware-based option.
The OMVI X16 PoE pairs a 16MP panoramic bullet camera producing a 180-degree view with a 4K (8MP) pan-tilt-zoom dome offering 16x optical zoom, 360-degree endless panning and 95-degree vertical tilt. Real-world accuracy of the on-device person, vehicle and animal detection has not been independently verified in the released material.
The players
Reolink
Reolink is a manufacturer of consumer and professional security cameras and surveillance systems, sold through retail stores and online channels.
The details
The camera uses on-device AI to detect people, vehicles and animals, and SyncTrack with Optical Zoom automatically locks onto and follows a detected subject using the pan-tilt lens. Users can also click or tap the dual-view screen to turn the pan-tilt lens to a chosen spot, and the unit offers local AI video search at no extra cost, two-way audio, and an IP66 weatherproof metal housing.
Timeline
November 3, 2026: Reolink released the OMVI X16 PoE.
The Tech Race
The OMVI X16 PoE extends Reolink's OMVI series as its top-tier model, positioning the company's flagship against competing security camera makers. The release reflects a broader industry move to shift AI-based detection and local storage onto the device rather than into paid cloud subscriptions.
Buyers can avoid a mandatory subscription because footage is stored locally, and the camera's on-device AI can search video at no extra cost. The $679.99 price is the figure to weigh against the cost of cloud-based alternatives over time.
The takeaway
Compare the total cost of a camera system over several years, including any subscription fees, before choosing between local and cloud storage. Check whether on-device AI features meet your monitoring needs before paying for a higher-resolution model.
Further reading
Explore more cybersecurity coverage on how connected cameras and home surveillance affect personal data and privacy.
More information
Find full specifications and purchasing details on the Reolink product information and purchase page.
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