Smart Doorbell: Definition, Key Features & Benefits

A smart doorbell is an updated category of a regular doorbell. İt has a built-in camera and app control merged with other smart devices for security. With a smart doorbell, you can speak with visitors through audio or video and keep track of them even if you are away. İt is a simple, smooth, and cost-effective solution to monitor your doorstep and driveway.

A wireless doorbell is convenient to install within the scope of your Wi-Fi device. You can communicate with the visitors from your smartphone at your convenience from anywhere. İt has motion sensors that can detect sparkly movements at your front door. This lets you know when a parcel has been delivered to your doorstep. With the video ability, you can record and review the footage of the visitors for security and safety purposes. 

What are the Key Features of Smart Doorbells 

Here are the four main key features of a smart doorbell:

Video and Audio Communication

Smart doorbell has a high-quality resolution (HD) camera for a clear visual display. İt's resolution ranges from 1080p to 4K for capturing faces or license plates of visitors.

Two-way talk with the doorbell camera and mic allows you to communicate with visitors remotely.  Whether you are in the house or away, it gives you an uninterrupted way of communication.

Motion Detection and Alerts

A motion detector can detect any movement around the doorstep and capture footage of any activity around it. A customised motion detection area enables you to receive alerts without the visitor pressing the doorbell.

There are two types of motion detection technology integrated in video doorbells. Passive infrared (PIR) Sensors and camera-based motion detection. 

PIR sensors detect heat in the detection area. When anyone enters the detection zone, the heat sensors detect their heat and send out alerts. For this, the correct position of the doorbell is important.

Camera-based motion detection is integrated with a high–resolution camera, which gives a clear image of the motion detected.

Night Vision Capabilities

A smart doorbell with an infrared LED has a good night vision range, which allows you to identify visitors in the dark.

Multi-unit doorbells revamp your property's security completely. It is integrated with an in-unit hardware or phone through which the residents can see who is entering their house remotely. 

Integration with Smart Home Systems

A smart doorbell is equipped with other smart home devices like a lightning system and smart locks for a secure home system. When a motion is detected near the doorstep, lights turn on ,showing the movement and alerting the residents.

Multi-unit doorbells revamp your property's security completely. It is integrated with an in-unit hardware or phone through which the residents can see who is entering their house remotely. 

Cloud Storage and Privacy Considerations

Data from Smart Video Doorbell products can be saved in the Cloud and on the Edge. Cloud storage allows remote access to video recordings and advanced security measures. 

Cloud storage services protect data from unauthorized access as it has two-factor authentication(2FA) for security. With these secured features, you can easily access stored footage when needed.

What are the Benefits of Using a Smart Doorbell?

Here are two benefits of using a smart doorbell:

Enhanced Home Security

A smart doorbell can be integrated with smart home devices like cell phones and cameras for better security systems. When a suspicious person comes near the doorbell, it is detected by the camera. The camera then sends signals and creates alerts. In this way, the resident can keep an eye on the visitors, whether they are away from the house.

Convenience and Remote Access 

Smart doorbells are easy to install and convenient to use. These devices work remotely with the smart home ecosystem seamlessly, whether they are wireless or wi-fi doorbells.

Smart doorbells are convenient to use whether you are far away from the house, in the park or busy doing work in the house. You can answer the visitors through smart doorbells from anywhere around the world. This smart integration is important for your loved ones as it provides a secure and safe feeling to them. 

With its remote access, you can control the device with your cell phone at your fingertips. 

By Ricky Riche
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