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Ring’s Latest Doorbell Camera Has New Bells and Whistles, But This $50 Option Remains a Top Pick
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Ring, the makers of the popular video doorbell system, has just unveiled a new battery doorbell, that delivers a more vertical view with what the brand is calling “Head-to-Toe Video.” What that means: in addition to being alerted when someone’s at your door and having the ability to talk to them, your Ring camera will now provide a full view of the person there, rather than just giving you a glimpse of their face.
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All-new Ring Battery Doorbell
$99.99
The new vertical coverage also lets you see packages that have been dropped off on the ground, along with any pesky critters that may be crawling by your door. Ring says the updated doorbell camera also features full-color night vision, further adding clarity and security to your home, as well as improved motion detection and alerts.
Released earlier this year, the Ring Battery Doorbell is on sale for $99 on Amazon. You can save an additional 20% off when you trade-in an old device. See full details here.
If you don’t need all the upgraded features though, the best Ring camera deal is on its classic Ring Video Doorbell Wired, which is available for $49.99. More than 10,000 people have bought this Ring camera on Amazon in the last 30 days alone, making it easily one of the best-selling devices on the site.
The full HD doorbell camera is an incredible value at its original $65 price point. But now, Amazon has a major sale on select devices, that brings the price of the Ring camera down to just $49.99. The company didn’t cut any major corners to hit this impressive price point, so this is a no-brainer for a smart security system upgrade. This is also the lowest price we’ve seen online since Prime Day.
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Ring Video Doorbell Wired
$49.99
The Ring Video Doorbell Wired is a slim doorbell camera that lets you talk to people at your door, while broadcasting images and videos in crisp, 1080p HD. Get alerts on your phone, tablet, or computer whenever someone is outside, and speak and listen to them even if you’re not at home.
It’s great for asking delivery drivers to leave packages on your doorstep, or to deter unexpected visitors from coming through your gate when you’re out of town. A “night vision” feature ensures you see who’s arriving, even in the dark. We’ve been using this Ring camera for years and it’s still one of the best purchases we’ve made to protect our home.
Customize the Ring Video Doorbell to send alerts whenever someone knocks, or when a motion sensor is triggered. The Ring can also be connected with Alexa, to receive announcements whenever visitors are detected.
Activate voice control and use the Echo Dot to talk to guests at your door, even if your phone is not close at hand. Just say, “Alexa, talk to the front door” and be connected instantly. You can also use voice control to get a live video feed from the doorbell directly on your television with a Fire TV Stick or Echo Show smart speaker.
$49.99
As its name suggests, the Ring Video Doorbell Wired does need to be wired to your home for power, so it needs to replace an existing doorbell. If your home doesn’t have existing doorbell wiring, we recommend the standard Ring Video Doorbell instead.
This model also lacks a “chime box,” the mechanism that plays a tune when you push a doorbell’s button. Amazon offers its own wireless Chime Box, which you can get separately for about $35. What’s amazing is that you can get Ring’s Wired Video Doorbell and the Chime Box for less than $100 total.
The Ring Video Doorbell currently has a 4.5-star rating (out of five) from more than 70,000 reviews online.
The Ring Video Doorbell Wired stacks up nicely compared to the company’s professional models. It’s a great choice if you’re considering a video doorbell, or want to start a smart home security system. Regularly $65+, get this Ring Doorbell Camera deal on Amazon right now for just $49.99. See more details here.
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