Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. It’s easy to understand the appeal of video doorbells: You can see when a package is delivered and be alerted when someone ...

Doorbells do more than ring these days: They can be security devices, two-way microphones and messaging systems for giving automated directions to delivery people using Alexa. But whether you're ...

Video doorbells have evolved to become an essential part of any smart home over the past few years. Unfortunately, so have their power requirements. Video doorbells function like mini-computers, with ...

Dear James: Now that I am getting older and have to play the TV louder, I have trouble hearing the doorbell. Can I install a new louder one myself? I'm not an electrician. -- Mick H. Dear Mick: ...

Smart home technology has revolutionized how people secure their homes and stay connected with the outside world. Ring Doorbells have quickly become one of the most popular devices in this realm.

Doorbells have come a long way from the original pulley-and-bell systems of the olden days. Electrically-powered doorbells have been commonplace in most homes now for some time. For a long time, your ...

Purchasing a video doorbell is a smart idea for a lot of people, especially when you select a model from a trusted manufacturer like Ring. It allows you to see who’s at the door when you aren’t home, ...

Even if you hardwire this doorbell, you still need to install its rechargeable battery as a backup. Unlike the first-gen Ring buzzer, this model has a removable, rechargeable battery. That feature ...