New Hik install,grey import, updates why?

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I am looking at installing a new hik poe system at home, nothing flash. But thing is, I can get the system a damn sight cheaper from ebay sent to the paradise that extorts money NZ, than buying here from a local supplier, much like everything here.
Do I really need to be able to run and install firmware updates on cameras? My feeling is, I buy the camera, its doing what I want when I got it, why would I need to run firmware updates on it.
I update software on all devices when required, but firmware seems a bit severe, especially if the camera shats its-self.
would also be running system through a vpn...
Thanks.
 
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