Ring Introduces 24/7 Continuous Video Recording for Stick Up and Indoor Cameras

Ring’s New 24/7 Continuous Video Recording: A Game Changer in Smart Home Security

Smart home security has taken a significant leap forward with Ring's announcement of its new 24/7 Continuous Video Recording (CVR) feature for its lineup of smart security cameras. This revolutionary service will enable the cameras to record continuously, a notable upgrade from the current motion-detection-only recording mode.

Introducing Ring Home: Subscription Plan Revamp

This innovative recording capability will be part of Ring's updated subscription service, now known as Ring Home, previously recognized as Ring Protect. The top-tier subscription, Ring Home Premium, is priced at $19.99 monthly and includes cloud storage for CVR on up to 10 cameras, alongside event-activated recording and other enhanced functionalities.

New Features and Compatibility

Ring is not stopping at CVR. They are rolling out three additional features across their subscription plans:

• Doorbell Calling: Pressing the doorbell button will initiate a full-screen phone call rather than a simple pop-up notification.
• Video Preview Alerts: A rich notification revealing a video clip of activity detected by the camera will be sent, giving users vital context before opening the app.
• Extended Live View: Users will now enjoy an extended live stream opportunity, increasing from 10 to 30 minutes, with premium users enjoying indefinite access.

At launch, CVR will work with select Ring wired cameras, including:

• Stick Up Cam
• Stick Up Cam Pro
• Indoor Cam (2nd Gen)
• Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam

While not currently available on Ring's wired doorbells, users can expect compatibility updates in the near future.

Pricing Insights

At $20 monthly, Ring's CVR may appear steep compared to competitors:

• Google Nest offers continuous recording at $15 for unlimited coverage.
• Arlo charges $9.99 per camera in addition to a base subscription starting at $7.99.

Despite these price discrepancies, many Ring users have eagerly awaited CVR, as it allows for a comprehensive review of events over a continuous time frame.

Changes to Existing Plans

While the new Ring Home subscriptions retain the pricing structure of the older Ring Protect plans, they will see the removal of professional monitoring for the Ring Alarm system in the top-tier plan. Now, professional monitoring will be an optional add-on available for $10 on standard or premium plans, translating to a total of $30 monthly for users wanting CVR with professional monitoring.

Cost Breakdown for Ring Home Plans

• Ring Home Basic: $4.99 monthly for event-based recording for one camera.
• Ring Home Standard: $9.99 monthly for multiple camera event-based recording.
• Ring Home Premium: $19.99 monthly for 24/7 recording and additional features.

This new pricing structure means that users needing both CVR and professional monitoring services will need to adjust their budgets accordingly.

Conclusion: Embracing New Technology in Home Security

With the introduction of 24/7 Continuous Video Recording and a suite of new features, Ring is poised to enhance the smart home security experience for its users. Those who rely on home security will benefit from the ability to monitor and record their environment continuously, resulting in greater peace of mind.

For further details on these new offerings and other Ring security updates, visit the official Ring blog.