bebeyama2009-oss/Smart-Eye-Low-Cost-AI-Assisted-Security-Camera-for-West-Africa

A $35motion-triggered surveillance system using ESP32-CAM that captures photos and sends real-time Telegram alerts designed for homes and small businesses in Senegal where professional security systems cost 10× more. # Smart-Eye-Low-Cost-AI-Assisted-Security-Camera-for-West-Africa A $35motion-triggered surveillance system using ESP32-CAM that captures photos and sends real-time Telegram alerts designed for homes and small businesses in Senegal where professional security systems cost 10× more. # Smart Eye 👁️ *Motion-triggered security camera with Telegram alerts — built on ESP32-CAM** > $25 hardware · Wi-Fi connected · Sends photos to your phone instantly ## What it does When the PIR sensor detects motion, Smart Eye wakes up, takes a photo with the OV2640 camera, saves it to the microSD card, and sends it to your Telegram chat within seconds. ## Why it exists Professional security cameras cost $200–500 in West Africa. This proves you can build a working alternative for $25. ## Hardware - ESP32-CAM (AI-Thinker) + OV2640 camera - HC-SR501 PIR motion sensor - Active buzzer + LED indicator - MicroSD card (8GB) - USB power supply ## Stages - [x] Stage 1 — LED wiring - [ ] Stage 2 — PIR detection - [ ] Stage 3 — Buzzer alarm - [ ] Stage 4 — Camera capture - [ ] Stage 5 — Telegram alert - [ ] Stage 6 — Final enclosure