Ring may boast that it’s nice to monitor when visitors and packages arrive at your front door, but sometimes it’s hard to see everything that’s going on. That’s why the company today announced the Battery Doorbell Plus, its first unit with a 150-by-150-degree field of view and 1536p video. He says the much greater view of the vertical space will make it easier to get a “head-to-toe” view of his visitors, as well as better visibility when a driver drops a box on the ground. In addition, the higher resolution images will make it easier for users to identify what is happening when they are away from home.
Despite claims that this unit has a longer battery life compared to some of its siblings, the Plus doesn’t compromise on features. Users will be able to set up regular alerts for motion detection and privacy zones, as well as quick responses, use Live View and talk to whoever is at the door. It’s also equipped to support end-to-end encryption, but you’ll need to choose whether to turn it on, and you should. Additionally, Ring will sell you a subscription package for $4 a month that will allow you to set up rich notifications, as well as the aforementioned Package Alerts.
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is available for pre-order today for $180, with shipping expected to begin on April 5.
