Blink’s $ 49.99 Video Doorbell can run for two years on AA batteries

Amazon has released a few new products from Blink since acquiring the smart home security darling Kickstarter in 2017, and today at its fall event, it added three new items to the line that are designed to suit its needs. ‘take care of your different entry points.

Blink announced a doorbell ahead of CES in 2018, but it doesn’t appear to have hit the market, so it’s the first-generation Blink video doorbell. It will be available for $ 49.99 and claims it’s ready to use in any home thanks to a design suitable for wired or wireless installation. 1080p HD video, night vision, motion detection, two-way audio streams, and integration with Alexa are all part of the product.

The doorbell runs on two AA lithium batteries, and Blink says that with a wired installation or paired with a 2 sync module, the included set can last up to two years. Customers can record clips locally without a subscription if they add a sync module and USB drive or opt for the Blink subscription plan which adds the ability to record, save and share events. It works with Alexa and can also send event notifications through the Blink app or to an existing home chime.

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Blink Floodlight Camera and Blink + Camera Solar Panel Bracket make up a smart camera with accessories for even better awareness and security. The projector is battery-powered, capable of producing 700 lumens when it detects motion, and will be available with an outdoor camera for $ 139.98 or as a stand for $ 39.99, while the Power Outdoor Camera Kit solar will go on sale for $ 129.98.

During the presentation, Amazon said it sold three times more Blink items in 2021 than in 2019, which should bode well for the unit’s focus on “smart home security solutions.” easy to use and affordable ”. Products will ship starting October 21, and pre-orders for all three items will begin today.

Correction, 2PM ET: Amazon listing of some items mentions availability from November 4, but the company has confirmed The edge that these will start shipping on October 21.