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Is there a new Arlo app?

Author

Robert Guerrero

Updated on February 26, 2026

The new Arlo app, which is still called “Arlo†and has the same icon you are used to, is the same app you already have installed in terms of functionality. If you have set up Geofencing, you will be asked to re-enable your mobile device(s) in the new app to automatically trigger Home and Away modes based on location.

Beside this, how do I download the new Arlo app?

How to download the Arlo app on my smartphone or tablet

  1. Step 1 of 6. Go to your list of apps. Go to your list of apps.
  2. Step 2 of 6. Touch Play Store or App Store.
  3. Step 3 of 6. Search for Arlo.
  4. Step 4 of 6. Touch INSTALL or GET.
  5. Step 5 of 6. The app is now installed.
  6. Step 6 of 6. Touch OPEN to start the app.

Subsequently, question is, how do I know if I have the latest Arlo app? You can check this by opening the Arlo app. select the gear Icon on any of your cameras, then at the bottom select device info. You can do the same via Settings which will bring up a lit of all the cameras as well as your base whose firmware version you can also check.

In this regard, which Arlo app is the newest?

The new Arlo app, which is still called “Arlo” and has the same icon you are used to, is the same app you already have installed in terms of functionality. The new app is simply under a new developer account. That all make sense? The old Arlo app will be renamed to “Arlo Legacy” and you can delete it whenever you want.

How do I update my Arlo app?

The Arlo app is available via the Google Play and Apple App stores.

  1. From the top menu, tap or click Settings (upper-right, to the right of Mode).
  2. Tap or click the appropriate camera. Multiple cameras may appear.
  3. Tap or click Device Info. May require scrolling to the bottom.
  4. Tap or click Firmware.
  5. Tap or click Update.

Related Question Answers

Can I use Arlo without subscription?

Best answer: No, Arlo cameras do not require a subscription to operate and can store footage locally when paired with an Arlo base station. However, if you do subscribe to Arlo Smart, you'll get additional AI-powered motion detection options, cloud storage, and customizable motion zones.

Do Arlo cameras work without WiFi?

The Arlo Go Mobile Security Camera is ideal for security monitoring when traveling or in areas with limited or no WiFi access. Arlo Go works wherever there is 3G/4G LTE wireless connections. When you need more service, you can get it right from your Arlo app!

Why do I need to download a new Arlo app?

Why is Arlo requiring this change? Arlo is now a separate company from NETGEAR, and we need to migrate to new, separate developer accounts on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. You need to download this new app to continue having access to and control of your Arlo devices and services.

How do I connect my Arlo camera to my phone?

To set up Arlo Q on an Android device:
  1. Launch the Arlo app or log in to your Arlo account at my.arlo.com.
  2. Tap the + icon or click Add Device.
  3. Tap or click Arlo Q.
  4. Select your connection type.
  5. Plug in your Arlo Q.
  6. Ensure that your router name (network SSID) appears under Network Name.

How do I connect my Arlo camera to WiFi?

To connect your Arlo camera to your 2.4GHz WiFi Router:
  1. Launch the Arlo app on iOS or Android.
  2. Tap or click Settings > My Devices.
  3. Select your Arlo camera.
  4. Scroll to the bottom of the Device Settings screen, and tap or click Remove Device.
  5. From the Devices screen, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera.

Do you have to pay for Arlo?

Does Arlo require a monthly fee? No, you're not required to sign up for a monthly subscription plan with Arlo.

Is Arlo going out of business?

Over the last few years, Arlo has discontinued the Arlo Pro and Arlo Pro 2. Currently, the company sells the Pro 3, Pro 3 Floodlight, and Pro 4. Because the Arlo Pro 3 won't work without a base station, we've listed the lowest price you can pay to get a camera with the base.

Can you talk through Arlo cameras?

You can use the Arlo app and a compatible camera to have a remote conversation with someone who is standing next to your camera. If you want to speak to the person who approached the camera, tap the camera feed in the Arlo app, tap the microphone icon, and begin speaking.

Can Arlo cameras be hard wired?

Both cameras can be hardwired or battery operated and will work indoors and outside. You can use your home wireless network to connect, view, and control the cameras. Mobile app. The Arlo app works with both models.

Can I mix and match Arlo cameras?

Yes. It is possible to mix all the old and new versions of the Arlo cameras to create one unit and expand your horizon. You can connect up to five Arlo cameras on one base station or the smart hub. Note that the Arlo camera works only with the other versions of the Arlo devices and cameras.

Are all Arlo base stations the same?

The functionality between the original Arlo Wire-Free Base Station (VMS3230) is the same. Hi @Lotta123, The Round Base Station (VMB3500) is a newer design and is included in the newer kits. The functionality between the original Arlo Wire-Free Base Station (VMS3230) is the same.

Can Arlo be plugged in all the time?

Yes, you can leave plugged in all the time to keep your arlo camera charging, do not need to wait until battery get low. Also you can leave plugged in with or without battery, both is OK.

Can I have 2 Arlo apps on my phone?

As long as you keep the total cameras to 5 or less, you can add as many bases as needed in as many locations as needed and use one account.

How far can Arlo camera see?

Arlo Wire-Free cameras can detect motion from up to 15 feet away. Arlo Pro Wire-Free and Arlo Go cameras can detect motion from up to 23 feet away.

Does Arlo have phone support?

Phone support is included with any Arlo subscription, and free for the first 90 days after any Arlo purchase.

Is Arlo compatible with Apple home?

With Apple HomeKit and a compatible Arlo device, you can use voice commands to access and control multiple Arlo cameras from one place. To take full advantage of these features, you need a supported and connected Arlo system. You can also connect an Arlo Baby camera with the Apple Home app.

How do I get Arlo base back online?

If your base station is offline, follow these troubleshooting steps in this order:
  1. Check the Ethernet cable.
  2. Check the Power adapter.
  3. Try to connect to the Internet from another device that is connected directly to your router.
  4. Power cycle your base station.
  5. Check your router's DHCP settings and client list.

Why does my Arlo Camera not record?

Before you reset your base station, try removing one of the cameras from the system and reconnect it again see if that helps! Try erasing/deleting some or all videos from you library as well!

How do I check Arlo update?

To update your Arlo Ultra, Pro 3, Pro 2, Pro, or Wire-Free firmware manually:
  1. Launch the Arlo app or log in to my.arlo.com.
  2. Tap or click Settings > My Devices.
  3. Select the camera that you want to update.
  4. Tap or click Device Info > Firmware > Update.
  5. Wait for the camera firmware update to complete.

What are the three lights on the Arlo base station?

Single-LED base stations
  • Solid Blue. Connected to the Internet.
  • Slow Blinking Blue.
  • Fast Blinking Blue. The SmartHub or Base Station with Siren has successfully paired with a camera.
  • Solid Amber. An error has occurred or something is wrong with the connection.
  • Slow Blinking Amber.
  • Alternating Blue-Amber.
  • Off.
  • Green.

Can I upgrade my Arlo base station?

Yes you can. After purchasing and adding the new base to your account, remove the cameras from the old base and add them back to the new one.

How do you reset Arlo base station?

Use a pen or straightened paperclip to press and hold the Reset button on the back of the base station for about 10 seconds. After the base station reset is complete, the LEDs on the front of the base station flash amber. When the LEDs stop flashing amber, your base station reboots.

Why is my Arlo app not working?

Ensure that you have a good internet connection. If you experience frequent crashes on your Arlo app, try uninstalling the Arlo app and reinstalling it. If possible, try stopping, or turning off service to other apps that are running if your Arlo app crashes.

What is Arlo direct storage access?

Instead of removing the microSD card or USB storage device and plugging it into your computer to view recordings, Direct Storage Access enables a fast way to directly view recordings through the Arlo App at the full resolution of your Ultra or Pro camera.

Does Arlo work with iPhone?

While Arlo users can already control their Ultra cameras via the Arlo app, HomeKit compatibility will provide added convenience for iPhone and iPad users. Now, iOS users will be able to access certain functions of their Ultra cameras in the HomeKit ecosystem using the Apple Home app and Siri voice commands.

Which is newer Arlo or Arlo legacy?

The Old Arlo app is finally shedding its old Netgear skin and moving over to a new Arlo app. Owners of Arlo cameras will need to act fast and download that new app, as the old Arlo app (now called Arlo Legacy) will be expiring after September 30, 2019.

What are Arlo activity zones?

An activity zone focuses motion detection on a specific area within your camera's field of view. If motion is detected within an activity zone, the Arlo app notifies you, and the recording is uploaded to your video Library.

How long does the Arlo battery last?

Arlo wire-free camera batteries last approximately 3–6 months with average use. Arlo Go camera batteries last approximately 2–3 months with average use, depending on mobile signal strength. Arlo Q, Q Plus, and Baby cameras do not use batteries.