Aqara Launches 'Video Doorbell G4' With Support for Apple HomeKit Secure Video

Aqara has announced the launch of its new 'Video Doorbell G4' featuring support for facial recognition, Apple HomeKit Secure Video, and more.

This 1080p doorbell features wide compatibility with third-party smart home platforms such as Apple Home, Alexa and Google Home, and it is equipped with on-device AI to enable local facial recognition alerts and automation. Together with the Company's indoor cameras, the video doorbell G4 helps users keep an eye on their homes, families and visitors anytime, anywhere.




Here's a look at some of the doorbell's key features...

HomeKit Secure Video Doorbell & Local Face Recognition

Connect your Aqara Video Doorbell G4 to Apple HomeKit Secure Video to keep your data safe. To record and playback using HomeKit Secure Video, a subscription to iCloud is required. Notifications can be sent to your Apple devices. The G4 is a unique video doorbell camera which features local AI that can be used for face recognition alerts, automations and much more. HomeKit, Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT are supported.

24/7 Recording and Multiple Protected Storage Methods

24/7 1080P FHD recording helps you to check what happened at your front door whenever you want (Micro SD card must be inserted and is not included in the package and 24/7 recording is only available in wired powering mode). Apart from the event-based cloud storage of up to 7 days included at no charge, Micro SD cards of up to 512 GB are also supported by the chime repeater that can not be accessed from outside.

Long Battery Life and Wired Powering for the Doorbell Main Module

The Aqara Video Doorbell G4 can be powered by a 6 AA battery pack for up to 4 months or connected to existing doorbell wiring for constant power. (Assumes 35 device wake-ups and 6-second event video recording per day. Doorbell transformers and power supplies of 12-24V AC and 8-24V DC are supported). The doorbell's dimensions are 5.57" x 2.56" x 1.20" and it is recommended to be installed on a porch or shaded area.

Chime-Repeater Included & WPA3 Wi-Fi Supported

Thanks to the included Chime-Repeater with a loud 95 dB speaker, together with the Aqara hubs and child devices, the G4 can not only record what is happening on your porch, but also sound a loud siren that will alarm when a break in, vibration, water leak or other events are detected. Besides, the latest Wi-Fi security standard WPA3 is supported to further protect your data. 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi required, and 5 GHz Wi-Fi is not supported.

Voice Changing Function & Custom Ringtones

You can speak with visitors or delivery people using two-way audio and is able to disguise the voice of you or your loved ones to one of four options such as uncle, robot etc, to protect your privacy. Also, custom ringtones can be played on both indoor and outdoor units, which makes it extremely flexible for automations.

Pricing and Availability:

The Aqara Video Doorbell G4 is available to purchase now for $119.99. For a limited time you can get 15% by using the coupon code USCAVDG4 in the US and Canada, or use coupon code EUDOORBELLG4 in Europe.

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