I use IP cameras to keep an eye on various locations and they are a problematic bunch - all different interfaces and functionality, poor support and never quite what is promised. And they all die in a year or so. On the other hand, I've had a few of these Nokias (and the predecessor model) forever, and they just soldier on. Of course, it's a completely different approach, using GSM data network connectivity. Which is both good and bad, since (good) you don't need internet access at the location but (bad) you do need GSM cellular phone service. As an additional fly in the ointment, neither AT&T; or T-Mobile in the US (the only GSM providers) offer a simple cheap PayAsYouGo data plan (that I know of) so keeping this camera "alive" in the US can be expensive. I've looked into 3rd-party providers but they all seem to use special access codes and make you jump through hoops to connect.This camera was a well-thought-out device. The (PC only) setup application works well and intuitively. You can control the camera (once set up) remotely by sending text messages. Pretty slick. The image quality is not stellar, but (on this later model) it's as good as your typical VGA IP camera. I know Nokia is distracted by trying to stay in business these days, but this product is an example of the good things it used to do.