People are stealing Ring doorbells (and it’s no knock-knock joke)
Ring Video Doorbell thefts in one neighborhood raise questions about how much security the smart home devices actually provide. One homeowner and the police have a video of the theft in progress. Ring has a replacement policy for stolen devices, but homeowners need to know one camera isn't enough.
Best deals on home security cameras to save you from package thieves
Indoor and outdoor home security camera systems can help keep your home and your family safe. Amazon's new deals on indoor and outdoor Blink security cameras and Ring Video Doorbells also help you save money on devices that show you what's happening in and around your home at all times, regardless of your location.
Keep an eye on things with the Alexa-enabled Ring video doorbell, now only $93
Smart home devices like the Ring video doorbell make it easier to keep an eye on your castle right from your smartphone – no matter where you are. If you want to smarten up your home security setup, then read on to find out how you can grab a Ring doorbell on the cheap.
Arlo Doorbell and Chime will tell, you who’s at your door, are available to buy
It's been nearly half a year since Arlo left the Netgear nest and officially became its own company, and now the smart home device maker is showing what it can do as a solo act. The California-based company has debuted the Arlo Audio Doorbell and Chime, which promise simple, DIY setup.
Ring Video Doorbell Pro review
Porch pirates will think twice they see Ring’s Video Doorbell Pro on your house. Packing top-tier features into a slim design, the Doorbell Pro is at home beside any front door. Featuring an easy to use app with cloud storage, this doorbell will up your home security game.
Nest Hello video doorbell review
Nest Hello’s crystal-clear video, intelligent features and simple operation ensure you’ll never tire of hearing the doorbell ring. Now you can answer your door no matter where you are.
Simplisafe steps outside the smart home with its Video Doorbell Pro
SimpliSafe is well-known to many homeowners because of its recently relaunched home security system, but now the company is expanding its push into the smart home market with a new high-tech video doorbell that includes a dual-sensor motion trigger and a body heat detector.
Alexa will trick or greet you with custom doorbells this Halloween
Amazon just released new Alexa-compatible smart doorbell application tools for developers. The new APIs allow smart cameras and doorbells to use motion sensing and doorbell presses to start Alexa Routines, sequences of events that occur on command. Customers can set up Routines in the Alexa app Smart Home Section.
From sharks to Shaq: Ring CEO Jamie Siminoff’s unusual road to success
In 2013, CEO and founder of Ring security Jamie Siminoff walked away with nothing after pitching his video doorbell on the show Shark Tank. Now, after selling his DIY home security company to Amazon for more than $1 billion. he’s returning to Shark Tank as a guest judge. He tells us his story of how it all began in a garage building explosives.
Soliom’s solar-powered smart doorbell is a breeze to install
Turning your home into a smart home shouldn't make you feel dumb. At least, that's what the team behind Soliom believes. The wireless doorbell maker hopes to differentiate itself from the oodles of other connected devices on the market by being particularly user-friendly, with a one-step installation process.
Smart doorbells and Apple HomeKit are not compatible, at least for now
Doorbells are not coming to Apple HomeKit anytime soon. At least, that seems to be what its Home Accessories listing suggests, now that Apple purged all mentions of HomeKit-enabled doorbells. The page once listed the August Doorbell Cam as "coming soon." Now, it seems that they're not coming at all.
Wisenet SmartCam D1 video doorbell review
Pitched at the top of the video doorbell market, the Wisenet SmartCam D1 Video Doorbell has some great features, but can’t quite deliver the performance required to chase Nest and Ring away from your porch. Read our review to get more details.
Arbor Video Doorbell Review
The video doorbell industry is exploding, even though it remains dominated by smart home giants Ring and Nest. Can a new startup called Arbor, with its first crowdfunded product, even hope to compete? The answer is yes, thanks to free video recording and a fully wireless install.
The Arbor Video Doorbell gives a full-HD view of your front porch
Now seeking funding via an Indiegogo campaign, the Arbor video doorbell claims to have the best and fastest picture, most reliable Wi-Fi connection on the market, and perhaps most importantly, a quick installation time. Because when you’re saving yourself from doing extra work, time is of the essence.
A Ring doorbell vulnerability lets people snoop even after a password change
Video doorbells may be cutting down on the amount of time you have to spend running to and from your front door, but they could also be cutting down on the amount of privacy you have in your home. A security flaw in Ring video doorbells means users don't have to re-log into the doorbell app after a password change.
August adds 24 hours of free video history for Doorbell Cam Pro users
August is giving all Doorbell Cam users 24 hours of video history for free. You won't have to pay the $5 a month previously required.
Why Ring’s porch-protecting cameras made it a no-brainer acquisition for Amazon
Amazon’s buying Ring makes a whole lot of sense. After all, Amazon delivers packages, and Ring protects them.
Amazon reportedly buys Ring home security company
Amazon is acquiring Ring, the company that manufactures video doorbells and other smart home devices. The acquisition is the latest showcase of Amazon's foray into the smart home sector.
Lookout Smart Door turns an old-school peephole into a modern security system
The new EZVIZ Lookout Smart Door is installed in a peephole and uses facial recognition to tell you who's at your door.
Security firm Ring shows how it’s moving beyond the doorbell at CES 2018
Ring is well-known for its doorbell line. At CES 2018, the company is expanding its lineup to security systems, lights, and new cameras.
Blink Video Doorbell brings simple, cost-effective security to your doorstep
Showcased at CES 2018, the previously announced Blink Video Doorbell looks to be a cheap way for homeowners to heighten their home security.
RCA enters the smart home space with a new smart camera and doorbell camera
RCA has now announced its first foray into the smart home monitoring space by way of a new Wi-Fi Camera System and Wi-Fi Doorbell Camera.
Your Blink doorbell and security camera are now part of the Amazon family
Amazon announced the acquisition of Kickstarter darling Blink, whose smart security solutions include cameras and doorbells.
Latest Galaxy S9 leaks indicate a change of plans by Samsung
Samsung may be rethinking the Galaxy S9 smartphone, Blink and see who's at the door, NYT says US government UFO program was the real deal.
With batteries that last 2 years, Blink’s Video Doorbell has no need for wires
Already a big name in video home security, Blink has expanded its collection with the Blink Video Doorbell.
August Doorbell Cam Pro review
See who's at the door and let them in remotely, using your phone and a smart doorbell. Find out more in our August Doorbell Cam Pro Review.
August Home’s smart locks now come with a deeper Amazon Alexa integration
August Home is rolling out a new line of smart locks and doorbell that is available for pre-orders now. Here's what you should know about it.
The Wisenet-SmartCam D1 not only sees who’s at the door but identifies them, too
To stand out, don't just offer video doorbells -- offer video doorbells with facial recognition. The Wisenet-SmartCam D1 understands.
Always know who’s at the door with the Ring Video Doorbell 2
The doorbells of years past may have been dumb as doorknobs, but that's certainly not the case for the Ring Video Doorbell 2, what builds beautifully upon earlier devices from the smart home company.
Always keep an eye on your doorstep via the second-gen Ring doorbell
Ring, the outdoor home security company, today debuted its second generation Ring Video Doorbell to keep your home safe.
Know who’s at the door even if you aren’t there yourself with the Xchime
You don't have to answer your door to know who's at your door. Not if you have the Xchime Video Doorbell, now on Indiegogo.
The Veiu transforms standard peephole into a video doorbell with an app
Eques, known for their previous video doorbells, has returned with the Veiu, a smarter refinement of the previously released Dingdong3.
Great deal! These are our three favorite Amazon tech bargains today
Friday's Amazon Gold Box Deals of the day feature a laptop cooling pad, an affordable smartwatch, and the most popular smart doorbell.
The RemoBell is a smart doorbell that lets you answer the door no matter where you are
Gve your self the gift of certainty with RemoBell, a 21st century doorbell for your 21st century lifestyle.