A:Answer Yes. Yes. An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect your Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera to a VMB5000 or VMB4540 SmartHub or to a VMB4500 or VMB4000 base station. With every purchase of an Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, users will receive a complimentary three-month trial to Arlo Smart, Arlo’s AI and computer vision-based service. After the three months, users will have the option to enroll in a plan that fits their needs and preferences. For pricing, please visit: https://kb.arlo.com/88/. ^KN