Amazon drops the price for the Ring Video Doorbell 2 and throws in an Echo Dot
Smart home device shoppers seek home security solutions more than any other function. In another example of Black Friday-level deals long before the actual event, Amazon dropped the price on a bundle with a highly-rated smart home security combo, the Ring Video Doorbell 2 and a third-generation Echo Dot smart speaker.
Now you can add an Addams Family chime to your Ring Video Doorbell
When you're decorating for Halloween you probably don't think about dressing up your doorbell for the occasion, but maybe you should if you have a Ring Video Doorbell. Now you can add an Addams Family signature Chime tone to your Ring to celebrate the new The Addams Family movie coming out on October, 11.
Amazon throws Ring Video Doorbell and Echo Show 5 sales for Prime Members
Amazon is on the move with prices this fall, which will be exciting if it extends all the way to Black Friday deals. Early this month Amazon bundled a free Echo Show 5 with two Ring video doorbells. Amazon doubled down a free Echo Show 5 plus a discount when you buy a Ring Video Doorbell 2 or Video Doorbell Pro.
Ring considered allowing 911 calls to trigger recording on its smart doorbells
Ring worked on a project that would allow law enforcement to view video on its doorbells near the location of a 911 call, documents obtained by CNET show. While the company is no longer working on this project, as recently as August 2018 it was promoting the possible functionality to police departments.
BodyGuardz launches a suite of innovative smart home security products
Slated to arrive in early 2020, smartphone case manufacturer BodyGuardz is engineering and manufacturing a new line of smart home security devices, which will include a portable 360-degree security camera, a second dual-camera designed for doors, and a portable emergency hub.
The Knok is a budget-friendly smart video doorbell that nails the basics
Momentum has released the Knok Smart Video Doorbell, a new contender in the home security market. The Knok is a budget-friendly for customers that want smart home security solutions without breaking the bank. The Knok is available today from Walmart, Home Depot, and Amazon for $129.
RemoBell S impressions: A new standard for budget smart doorbells
The new RemoBell S is an altogether more value-oriented proposition than its predecessor, and sets a new standard for budget smart doorbells. It drops the RemoBell W’s integrated PIR in favor of video-based motion detection and adds a slightly wider, 180-degree field of vision.
Amazon slashes Ring video doorbell prices and tosses in a free Echo Dot
Amazon slashed the prices of its two best selling video doorbells, the Ring Video Doorbell 2 and the Ring Video Doorbell Pro for its Labor Day sale. To sweeten the deals, Amazon is also including a third-generation Echo Dot smart speaker with these two deals for no extra charge.
Ring says it isn’t using facial recognition, but it’s definitely working on it
Ring claims it isn’t interested in facial recognition technology (it is). But the smart home manufacturer seems to again be saying one thing and doing another. The latest example? A response by its PR team to criticism by the Bernie Sanders presidential campaign.
Eufy Security Video Doorbell review: Why pay more?
Anker’s UHD video doorbell delivers pin-sharp imaging and capable performance at a low price and without recurring subscriptions. While it lacks the premium quality of devices like Nest Hello, it’s still a worthy contender.
Ring is enabling over 400 U.S. police forces to request Neighborhood Watch video
Ring has expanded its video-sharing partnerships with police forces across the United States to more than 405 different agencies, allowing them to request footage from customers' smart doorbell cameras. Although customers can decline the request, Ring can circumvent customer's decision if ordered to do so.
RemoBell W impressions: A simple smart doorbell that fails to shine
The $199 RemoBell W, the Remo+ brand’s most expensive bell, features a 1080p Full HD camera with night vision, two-way talk, PIR motion sensor, and a wide, 160-degree field of view. It's high price, disappointing video quality, and a lack of features found on other doorbells means it fails to deliver.
Best Buy cuts $100 off the Ring Video Doorbell Pro and Chime Pro bundle
A video doorbell is a simple way to add security to your doorstep. If you are looking to get one, check out Best Buy's offer on the Ring Video Doorbell Pro and Chime Pro bundle. This deal lets you save $100 on one of the best video doorbells on the market.
Maximus is at the door with its new Answer DualCam Video Doorbell
We got a preview of San Francisco-based Maximus' latest and greatest product at CES in Las Vegas earlier this year but today the company announced that its innovative Answer DualCam Video Doorbell is officially for sale, starting at $200.
Amazon offers 25% discount on the Arlo Audio Doorbell for your home
Your homes is meant to be a safe space for free expression. One way to keep it that way without having to spend hundreds of dollars is to install the Arlo Audio Doorbell. Normally ringing in at $80, this sleek piece of tech can be on your door for just $60 with Amazon's 25% price cut.
August Doorbell Cam Pro 2 vs. Ring Doorbell 2
Looking for a smart doorbell that can also function as a security cam? We're looking at the August Doorbell Cam Pro 2 vs. Ring Doorbell 2, two similarly priced smart doorbells with a lot to offer -- but how do they stack up against each other? Our guide will take you through everything you need to know.
Scout Video Doorbell combines premium features at an affordable price
Scout Alarm introduced the Scout Video Doorbell, a smart home security device that works with or without a Scout Security System. The Scout Video Doorbell ticks all the important video doorbell features checkboxes, adds premium features, and still comes in with a list price under $100.
Ring Peephole Cam review
Easy to install with no physical damage, Ring Peephole Cam is the perfect smart doorbell for renters and apartment owners limited by strict lease agreements or homeowner association rules.
Amazon drops up to $50 off Ring video doorbells for its Father’s Day sale
Ring makes some of our favorite smart video doorbells, and Amazon has some nice discounts on a handful of its top-rated devices ahead of Father's Day. If you're after a last-minute gift for a security-conscious dad, check these out.
Why wait for Prime Day? Amazon cuts prices on Ring Video Doorbell
Amazon's got a whole lot of great deals on refurbished Amazon devices right now, but the deal on the original Ring Video Doorbell is one you don't want to miss -- as it's the best price we've seen yet, saving you close to 40% off the original price. Better yet? Prime members save more.
Grab a Fire HD, Ring Doorbell, and other great devices in this Amazon sale
In the market for an Amazon device? Amazon is marking down select refurbished devices as by as much as 33%, including select Echoes, Fires, Kindles, and even the Ring Doorbell Pro. Better yet, you can save even more with a Prime membership since the discounts are stackable.
Amazon slashes prices on home security systems and cameras for Father’s Day
Home security is a major reason for many smart home configuration build-outs. Outdoor security cameras, video doorbells, home security systems, and smart door locks all add to a sense of security. As we head toward Father's Day, Amazon slashed the prices on bestselling smart home security products.
Get a free Echo Dot when you buy this discounted Ring Video Doorbell 2 on Amazon
Ring's latest battery powered doorbell, the Ring Video Doorbell 2, is now on sale for one of the lowest prices we've seen yet on Amazon. To sweeten the deal, right now Amazon's throwing in a free third-generation Echo Dot at no additional cost.
A video doorbell catches a man being attacked by a snake in cold blood
The last thing Jerel Haywood expected when he opened his friend Rodney Copeland's door was a surprise attack by a snake, but Copeland's doorbell camera captured the entire event on video. They have since uploaded the video for the world to see as a warning against the invasion of porch snakes.
Amazon cuts prices on Ring Doorbells, Ring Alarm Kits, and Blink Cameras
Right now Amazon is running sales of up to 40% off on Blink Indoor Home Security Cameras, Ring Doorbells, and Ring Alarm security system packages for a limited time, in some cases the best prices we've seen yet on these products.
As predicted, Arlo’s next smart doorbell will have a video camera
Arlo Technologies has been pretty tenuous about getting into the smart home market with both feet until recently but after new images of a video doorbell leaked from one of Arlo's partner companies, I-View Now, the company confirmed that an HD smart home video doorbell will be on the market soon.
August pauses shipments of its smart doorbell to correct video problems
The new August View is one of the highest-resolution smart doorbells on the market, but August has paused shipments of the device and offered full refunds following customer complaints about poor video quality, connectivity, and more. The View will resume shipping once the problems have been corrected.
Arlo Audio Doorbell review
A lack of an integrated camera means that the Arlo Audio Doorbell isn’t as versatile as competitors, but a low price, simple installation and smart features make it an easy add-on for Arlo smart home fans. Read more in our full review.
Video doorbell alert leads homeowner to confront suspected porch pirate
Video doorbells are doing their bit to help homeowners fight back against porch pirates, as this recent incident in Long Beach, California, shows. The motion-activated device alerted the owner that something was happening, prompting her to challenge the suspect right there on the doorstep.
What to do if your video doorbell is stolen
It's pretty scary to think a thief would be brazen enough to walk right up and steal a device that can capture them in the act on camera. But video doorbell thefts are still occurring in several areas across the country. Here's what you should do in the event that your video doorbell is stolen.
August View review
The wireless August View smart doorbell offers a step up in class from wireless competitors like Ring, but other than neat integration with the company’s range of smart locks, there’s little to differentiate it from the pack. We tested the device to see how it measures up.
Across the U.S., popular video doorbells are recording their own thefts
Video doorbells are supposed to keep your house safe and let you see who is at your front door. But what happens if someone swipes the whole device, camera and all? There has been an uptick in instances of video doorbells being stolen right from people's houses, leaving homeowners looking for answers.
Viral porch pirate videos freak people out, cause unrealistic concern
Viral porch pirate videos convince others crime is more prevalent than facts indicate. According to polls, even though FBI reports show property crime rates are at historic lows, more people worry about crime today than ever before. Millennials are the most common home burglary victims and security tech purchasers.
August View is a high-res video doorbell that also adds color to your entryway
August Home announced August View, a wire-free, high-resolution video doorbell with two-way audio, motion detection, and free video clip cloud storage. The video sensor captures 1440p resolution video, 33 percent higher than 1080p full HD video. Higher resolution means more pixels for images with greater detail.