In recent years, smart home brand Ring has released Pro versions of top models like the Wired Doorbell Pro, but there has never been one for its wireless devices. That gap is now being filled with the company's new Battery Doorbell Pro.
Ring's next camera comes with several advanced features typical of a high-end model. It comes equipped with 3D motion detection, allowing the lenses to detect movement more accurately, resulting in “more refined” motion alerts. This performance increase is made possible by a pair of radar-driven capabilities: Bird's Eye Zones and Bird's Eye View. The first, according to a company representative, allows the Battery Doorbell Pro to measure “the distance and angle of objects in front of the camera.” Users can customize when they want the device to start recording, such as when a subject crosses a certain threshold. Once set up, Bird's Eye Zone can be used to track where unwanted visitors entered the property.
Bird's Eye View, as the name suggests, provides owners with a satellite image of the path taken by the aforementioned unwanted visitors. It will arrive on your smartphone along with a notification. The same representative goes on to say, “No additional device is needed” to use Bird's Eye View.
Specifications and availability
Beyond the features, the Doorbell Pro offers some interesting specifications.
Homeowners can enjoy high-quality images as the Battery Doorbell Pro can record videos at 1546p HD Plus resolution (2048 x 1536 pixels). Clips are able to maintain this level of fidelity thanks to a combination of key hardware and software components. Dynamic image processing and “enhanced image sensors” ensure videos have vibrant colors and stay sharp. This quality can still be enjoyed in the dark thanks to Low-Light Sight that promises visual clarity after the sun sets.
People can add more features to this model by purchasing a Ring Protect Pro subscription plan. Doing so provides access to cloud storage as well as person and package alerts. Users can also connect the Doorbell Pro to a compatible Alexa device, such as the Echo Show 8, and other Ring products to create a security system that covers your entire home.
Battery Doorbell Pro is available for pre-order right now for $229.99 on Ring's website and Amazon. Units will ship on March 6. We've reached out to the company for information on battery life and whether they have plans for an international launch. This story will be updated later.
In the meantime, check out TechRadar's list of the best smart home devices for 2024.