Reolink launches the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen as part of the Qualcomm series
Reolink, an innovative leader in intelligent visual technology for homes and business, today announced the on-sale release of the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen in Australia on Reolink.com and Amazon.
Joining the Argus MagiCam as part of Reolink’s Power-Efficient Series, the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen incorporates the Qualcomm® QCC730 micro-power Wi-Fi solution, and is able to deliver up to 50% longer battery life than standard Wi-Fi cameras, without compromising on features or requiring a subscription.
With nearly one in five Australians reporting a lost parcel in the past year and 4% experiencing theft directly from their property, according to Finder research, package security is front of mind. The Video Doorbell 2nd Gen answers this with a 4MP head-to-toe 1:1 view and on-device smart detection for people, vehicles, animals and packages. It runs in two modes: Battery Power Mode, for a fully wire-free install or a trickle-charge connection to existing 8–24VAC doorbell wiring; and Optional Wired Power Mode, which connects to 16–24VAC power for always-on operation and 24/7 continuous recording.
“With the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen, we wanted homeowners and renters to have more flexibility without compromising on performance,” said Nick Nigro, Vice President Sales – Australasia. “This flexibility is particularly relevant in the Australian market, where doorstep theft has become a genuine concern for many households, and simply knowing who’s at the door goes a long way toward peace of mind.”
Features of the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen include:
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4MP Head-to-Toe 1:1 View: A 2048×2048 square aspect ratio with a 150° horizontal, 150° vertical, and 180° diagonal field of view captures visitors and packages from head to toe, with HDR for clarity in high-contrast lighting.
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Flexible Power Options: Install completely wire-free for easy placement or connect to compatible 8–24VAC doorbell wiring to help keep the built-in battery topped up and reduce manual recharging.
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Extended Battery Life: Powered by Qualcomm Technologies Inc.’s micro-power Wi-Fi solution, the doorbell delivers up to 10 months of battery life on a single charge (based on 5 minutes of daily recording) — 2x longer than the 1st Gen.
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On-Device Smart Detection: Local AI detects people, vehicles, animals, visitors, and packages, with no subscription required for detection or storage.
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Added Privacy and Security: New tamper-alert and voice-masking features give homeowners and renters extra peace of mind during two-way audio calls.
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Smart Home Ready: Compatible with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, IFTTT, and Home Assistant through a compatible Reolink Hub, plus Reolink Chime 2.1 and Chime Plus for indoor alerts.
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No Subscription Required: Local storage via microSD card (up to 512GB) keeps footage in the user’s hands, free of monthly fees.
The Reolink Video Doorbell 2nd Gen is available now at Reolink.com and Reolink’s official Amazon store for $229.99.
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