Hey everyone, I wanted to share a helpful tip regarding the Wyze Cam time lapse videos. I recently faced an issue where I couldn’t transfer these videos from my phone to my computer using a USB cable. After some research and experimentation, I found a reliable workaround that I’d like to share with the community.
First, I noticed that while the time lapse videos were visible on my phone, they weren’t showing up in the usual folders when I connected my phone to my computer. This was quite frustrating, especially since I wanted to back up these videos on my PC. After some digging, I discovered that these videos are stored in a specific hidden folder on the phone. Here’s how you can access them:
- Enable Hidden Files on Your Phone: Go to your phone’s settings and enable the option to show hidden files. This varies by phone model, so a quick search should help you find the exact steps for your device.
- Locate the Time Lapse Folder: Once hidden files are visible, navigate to the Wyze app’s storage location. The time lapse videos are typically stored in a folder named something like
.time_lapseorvideos/time_lapse. - Transfer the Videos: Copy these files to your computer using a file manager app or directly via USB. You can also use cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox to transfer them wirelessly.
This method worked perfectly for me, and I was able to back up all my time lapse videos without any issues. I hope this helps anyone else who’s struggling with the same problem!
If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. Happy smart home managing! 