Ring announced on Wednesday the next generation of its Battery Doorbell. For $100, customers get extended battery life, color night vision, a head-to-toe view of visitors and a new push-pin mounting system.
Head-to-toe HD video was previously only available with the Doorbell Plus and Pro models. Now, according to Ring, the Battery Doorbell provides a 66% taller view of visitors compared to Ring Video Doorbell 2nd Gen, the previous generation of the company’s budget-friendly battery-powered product. The addition of a 150-degree by 150-degree field of view allows customers to see a full top-to-bottom view of what’s on their doorstep, making it easier to check which packages were just delivered.
Head-to-toe view has become a common and expected feature for users interested in advanced video doorbells. Ring was one of the first smart doorbells to enter the market and has faced competition from various emerging competitors. By adding head-to-toe video to its budget battery doorbell, Ring is now in line with competitors such as Arlo, Google Nest and Wyze, all of which offer this feature.
The new doorbell’s battery life has also been extended from the previous model, delivering up to 23% longer battery life. Ring made it easier to charge the battery with a redesigned mount system that allows customers to remove it from the door using a push-pin tool.
Additionally, the color night vision feature enables them to see clearly day or night.
Every doorbell in Ring’s lineup is capable of sending motion alerts, providing a live view of the camera footage, enabling two-way talk and allowing for the customization of motion zones. Paired with the Ring Protect plan, which costs $5 per month or $50 per year, users can receive person and package alerts and access 180 days of video history.
Ring’s Battery Doorbell is available for preorder today on Ring.com and Amazon.com. It’ll ship out to customers starting on September 4.
