Author's Note: The original review can be found at my blog - D-Link DCS-8526LH Review @ JayceOoi.com.

Hi guys, meet D-Link DCS-8526LH Full HD Pan & Tilt Pro Wi-Fi Camera. It is loaded with full 360° views in True Full HD quality. Night vision up to 5m that lets you keep an eye on things day and night. Auto-track motion whenever it’s detected, wherever it goes. Sound great? Let’s have a closer look now…

Based on my experience using DLink IP cameras, the IR LED would spoilt after 2-3 years of continuous operation, which render the camera useless as it cannot see in the dark anymore.

This is bad.

Or is it normal for IR LED to spoilt after certain years of operation?
I tried buying an external IR Illuminator at shopee (China made) but my 2 years old DCS 936L can’t see shit in the dark.

Appreciate your technical insight in this matter. Thanks.