From Tech Hive: Netgear is expanding its Arlo home security range with a doorbell—a move that positions Arlo more aggressively against competitors such as Nest and Ring.
The Arlo Audio Doorbell will be available this fall and can operate on doorbell wiring or a pair of AA batteries. It will hook into the Arlo ecosystem and trigger alerts through the Arlo device.
Interestingly, it doesn't have a video function like most competing bells. When someone rings the bell, the owner gets an audio call through the Arlo app. You'll need an Arlo camera to see who is at the front door.
Netgear is selling this as an advantage: homeowners will get a more complete view of their porch from a freely positioned camera than a doorbell fixed at waist height.
But the price will need to be cheap if Netgear expects people to purchase a camera as well. So far, pricing hasn't been announced.
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