Want to install a video doorbell in your home? That's not unusual. One of the most popular connected home products since 2017 has been the connected front door device.
The smart home security system includes a doorbell, a video camera, and a two-way communications device - and it makes sense when it is part of a smart home security system. You can do the following five really useful things with a video doorbell.
1: Answer the door from anywhere
A video doorbell sounds like an ordinary doorbell, but an alert also appears on your smartphone app when a visitor rings it. When you tap an alert, you'll see a live video stream of your visitor. However, they cannot see you, and the doorbell's speaker and microphone allow you to communicate with them.
It is possible to answer the door whether you are at home or away, from the couch, from bed, or your desk at work.
2: Secure a delivered package
Did you ever worry about a valuable package left on your porch while you were gone? Installing the Alarms video doorbell as part of your smart home security system will give you peace of mind.
With the smart lock icon that appears on the video call, you can ask the delivery driver to leave the package inside after the driver rings the bell. You can lock up as easily when they step outside and close the door again.
3: Catch a suspicious caller in the act
Video doorbells function as full security cameras and can quickly capture motion-triggered clips, alert you, and store them to Alarm’s cloud for viewing later as part of a smart home security system. The porch and driveway are normally the busiest outdoor areas on your property, so this is a great way to keep an eye on activities there. When motion is detected at night, the camera can activate your porch light to provide you with well-lit clips. You can easily share clips with the police department if you capture anything suspicious, such as a suspicious caller or a prowling package thief, with your camera.
4: Keep up with the kids
Most of the motion on your porch is welcome, and a video clip can be comforting. When your kids come home from school every day, you can receive a video alert from your Video doorbell. Furthermore, you can see exactly who they are in addition to knowing they are safe at home.
Kids also enjoy using video doorbells as a one-way ‘FaceTime' device, ringing the bell when you're at work to say hello and give you a wave.
Ever installed a hardwired doorbell? It's not easy. To avoid the hassle, and other complications, get your video doorbell installed as part of a smart home security system.