Arlo released two third-generation video doorbells featuring 2K cameras, a 180-degree field of view, and a $79.99 price point.
The lineup includes the battery-powered Arlo Video Doorbell (3rd Gen) and the Arlo Wired Video Doorbell (3rd Gen), with both models scheduled to ship in late November.
Both devices cost $79.99 and are available in four colors: Sand Dune, Greystone, White, and Black. The units pack a 2K camera with 12x zoom capabilities and a 180° field of view designed to capture objects on the ground like dropped packages and shoes. Users receive phone calls when the bell rings to talk to visitors, and can trigger a siren to deter suspicious individuals.
The hardware includes weather resistance for rain and heat, night vision, and the ability to automatically switch Wi-Fi bands when a connection weakens. Compatibility includes Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and IFTTT.
Choosing between the two options depends on home setup. Renters or properties without doorbell wiring can use the battery-powered version, while homeowners with existing wiring can use the wired model. According to Digital Trends, constant power allows the wired version to save a few seconds of video from before a trigger occurs, and it supports all-day and all-night recording on the Ultra Secure plan.
Additional advanced features operate through Arlo’s Early Warning System plans, which comprise three tiers: Smart Aware, Smart Secure, and Ultra Secure. These paid plans introduce capabilities such as Fire Detection, Threat Assessment to identify critical alerts, and Event Captions that summarize each video clip in a single line of text.
