The Amazon Ring home security drone is a flying indoor camera that can monitor different areas of your home when you are away. It is called the Ring Always Home Cam and it costs $249.99. It can fly along preset paths or automatically respond to Ring Alarm triggers. It only records when it is in flight and docks itself when not in use. It was announced in September 2020 and is available by invitation only as of March 2023.

The Ring Always Home Cam is designed to solve the problem of wanting to see inside your home when you are not there but not wanting to have dozens of cameras watching you when you are. It can give you a flexible point of view and check on things like open windows or stoves. It can also tie into a Ring Alarm home security system and fly over to any action, such as a door or window opening when the alarm is armed.

Specifications

The device has a 1400 x 1400 HD camera with a built-in LED light for night vision. It streams live video to your mobile device through the Ring app. It also has navigation sensors and object-avoidance technology to move safely inside your home without crashing into walls, furniture, or other valuables.

It has a battery life of five minutes per flight and takes about an hour to recharge in its dock. The dock blocks the camera lens when it is not in use, ensuring privacy and security. The device also makes an audible noise when it flies, alerting anyone nearby that it is recording.

The camera drone, at the time of writing, is currently available by invitation only as part of Amazon’s Day 1 Editions program, which aims to bring innovative ideas faster to customers who are willing to provide feedback and help improve future products. The device has received mixed reviews from critics and customers who have tested it.

Benefits of having a flying camera include:

• Being able to see multiple perspectives of your home with one device
• Being able to check on specific areas or issues on demand
• Being able to respond quickly to security alerts or suspicious activities
• Being able to save money and space by not needing multiple cameras

Drawbacks or challenges of having a flying camera include:

• Having limited battery life and flight time
• Having potential privacy and security concerns
• Having potential noise and disturbance issues
• Having potential compatibility and connectivity issues

Overall

The Ring Always Home Cam is an innovative product that offers a new way of monitoring your home remotely. However, it may not be suitable for everyone’s needs, preferences, or budget. It may also require further refinement and improvement before becoming widely available.