However, trail cams can also be used for simple observation. If you think there might be bears in your woods, how cool would it be to get a picture? Unfortunately, the KEEN Ranger PT uses Micro USB rather that USB Type-C. It’s not that big of deal, but USB-C is always preferred. The camera can be powered by either a battery or solar energy, offering flexibility in terms of power sources. Additionally, it supports a mobile network connection, specifically 4G mobile network generation, enabling users to remotely access the camera's feed and recordings. KEEN is a cellular trail camera brand made by Reolink. KEEN offers cutting-edge outdoor trail cameras for outdoor enthusiasts. Greatly improve outdoor experience with easy-to-use cellular cameras.

Note: all photos and videos taken with the Keen are based on the software version as the camera was shipped. During my test, the software was improved several times (including night vision). The Reolink Keen is a 2K camera. It records video at a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels (1440p) with a frame rate (FPS) of 15. The detecting distance of PIR motion sensors is 9 meters, and the detecting angle is 120˚ horizontally. Motions out of this range can’t be detected. Go PT Plus needs a SIM card for a network connection. You may refer to Choose Supported SIM card Carrier to find the right SIM card for your camera. You’ll also have to install the Reolink app on your smartphone. Pair your phone with the camera, and you’ll be able to access all the monitoring and control features.In advance of my summary, it must be mentioned that I have never used a trail camera before. I can therefore neither give a comparison to other trail cameras nor speak from experience. My summary is therefore based only on my current test. The ideal viewing distance is 2-10 meters (7ft — 33ft), within which people will be recognized. To achieve a better viewing experience, it's advised not to place the camera too far away or too high (suggested mounting height: 2-3 meters) from the designated monitoring area. All the settings are controlled via the free Reolink app. Your nano SIM card will need to have activated before you use it with the camera. The viewing angle of Reolink Go PT Plus is 95° horizontal, 57° vertical, and 115° diagonal. Please make sure that the monitoring area is well within its field of view.

The app also has a couple of bonus features that are worth mentioning. First off, there’s a built-in map, where you can add markers where you’ve seen animals. This makes it easy to keep a detailed record, so you know exactly where the deer are. You can also make time lapse videos, which is great for nature lovers of all stripes. But for most people, they simply weren’t practical. They needed to be hardwired, and you needed a dedicated TV and VCR for monitoring and recording. Most importantly, you couldn’t monitor them remotely. At best, you’d come home to a grainy video of your house getting robbed. It also has a time-lapse mode which is great for capturing changes in the environment over a particular season.

Connectivity and Storage

If you just receive your new camera and are not familiar with the camera, you can have a look at the below video about the unboxing, setup, and installation of the camera.