The Ring Always Home Cam is an innovative autonomous indoor security camera drone designed to patrol your home while you’re away. Priced at $249.99, this compact flying camera offers a unique approach to home security by providing a 360-degree view of your living space.
Key Features
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Autonomous Flight: The Always Home Cam can navigate predetermined flight paths within your home, allowing it to check specific areas, such as the kitchen or entry points, without manual control. Users can program up to 50 different flight paths through the Ring app.
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High-Definition Video: Equipped with a 1440 x 1440 HD camera, the drone captures clear video footage, ensuring that homeowners can monitor their property in detail.
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Integration with Ring Security Systems: The drone works in conjunction with other Ring devices, such as the Ring Alarm. When security sensors are triggered, the Always Home Cam automatically flies to the location of the alert, providing immediate visual confirmation of any potential issues.
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Safety and Privacy: The camera only records while in flight and is designed to dock in a charging station where the lens is obscured, prioritizing user privacy. Additionally, it features lidar sensors for navigation, helping it avoid obstacles like windows and mirrors.
Limitations
Currently, the Always Home Cam operates only on a single floor, which may necessitate multiple units for larger homes. It is also relatively loud during operation, comparable to a vacuum cleaner, which could be disruptive to pets or occupants.
Availability
The Ring Always Home Cam was first showcased at CES 2023, but widespread availability is expected to be delayed until 2024. Currently, it is available under Amazon’s Day 1 Edition program, which requires an invitation to purchase, targeting early adopters familiar with the Ring ecosystem[1][2][3][5].
Further Reading
1. Ring Always Home Cam | Indoor Flying Camera, Home Security Camera | Ring
2. Amazon’s flying indoor security camera will be at least three years late – The Verge
3. Ring Always Home Cam: How to buy Amazon’s indoor drone
4. YouTube
5. Amazon Unveils Drone That Films Inside Your Home. What Could Go Wrong? – The New York Times