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PALLEN1
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3 years ago
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How to Download videos from doorbell cameras to iPhone?

HAD A RECENT EVENT HAPPEN. NEIGHBORS FROM DOWN THE STREET VERBALLY ATTACKED MY WIFE AND MYSELF ON OUR FRONT PORCH. THE ROKU DOORBELL CAMERA CAPTURED IT ALL. DEFINITELY TOLD OUR STORY CORRECTLY TO THE...
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    renojim
    3 years ago

    Download and share event recordings

    You can share and download recordings in the smart home app. Downloading a recording will save it to the gallery on your mobile device. Sharing a recording will prompt you to select an app and then generate a message with the recording in the selected app.

    1. On the Home screen, tap Events
    2. Select the event
    3. Tap the Download or Share icon

    How to set up and view recordings on your Roku Smart Home camera or video doorbell | Official Roku Support 

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    RokuJessica-G
    2 years ago

    A warm welcome here in the Roku Community, Planetdelirium!

    Thank you for bringing to our attention that the download icon is missing from your smart home app. We would be happy to assist you with this issue.

    Have you tried logging out and logging back into the application? If you haven't given it a try yet, kindly follow the steps below:

    • To sign out of the app: go to the Homepage, click on Account, and select Sign Out

    After completing the process, please sign in again with your Roku credentials and check for any changes.

    If the issue persists, please try uninstalling and reinstalling the smart home app. Let us know if this resolves the problem.

    We look forward to hearing from you and looking closely into this issue. Thank you!
    Best regards,
    Jess

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eddasiciliano
Newbie
11 months ago

Wow, I’m really sorry to hear that you had to go through such an ordeal. It's incredibly frustrating to face something like that, especially on your own property. I can completely understand why you’d want to secure those recordings. Having the videos saved on your phone would definitely give you peace of mind, especially if you might need them for legal purposes.

I went through something similar when I needed to pull footage off a security cam, and while it wasn't a Roku doorbell, the process should be pretty straightforward with your Roku setup. Here’s a quick guide to download the videos to your iPhone:

  1. Open the Roku Smart Home App: Ensure that you’re using the updated app version, as updates can sometimes improve download functions. You can usually find the latest update in your App Store, or follow this link for the updated app.

  2. Locate the Video: In the app, go to the "History" or "Events" section (it might be labeled slightly differently depending on the version). Find the exact clip you need; most apps organize them by date and time.

  3. Download Option: Once you’re viewing the video, look for a download icon (usually an arrow pointing down). If you don't see this option, Roku’s app might require you to select “Save to Device” or a similar prompt. This should start downloading the file to your iPhone’s Photos or Files app.

  4. Alternative – Screen Recording: If the app doesn’t offer a direct download option, you can use the screen recording function on your iPhone as a backup method. To do this:

    • Swipe down from the top right corner (for newer iPhones) to access the Control Center.
    • Tap the screen recording button (a filled circle within a ring) to start recording.
    • Play the video in the Roku app, and your iPhone will capture it in real-time.

    Remember to end the recording when the video finishes, and it’ll automatically save to your Photos app.

  5. Check Cloud Backups: If you have a Roku subscription plan, some footage might also be stored in the cloud. Roku’s cloud storage sometimes allows you to download files directly free from snaptube apk their web interface, which could be another convenient option.

Hopefully, these steps help you secure the video files you need. If there’s any trouble, I’d recommend reaching out to Roku’s support to double-check any steps specific to their most recent app updates. Best of luck, and stay safe!