When you leave the house for the day, what’s the last thing you check? Back door locked. Straightener off. Windows shut. Maybe a quick glance at your phone before heading out? It’s a familiar little ritual – part habit, part peace of mind.
But as it turns out, what we are actually worrying about when we turn the key is shifting in a beautiful way. While more than half of us (52%) admit to feeling a little anxious when we’re away from home, our biggest concern isn’t necessarily our property or our belongings. It’s who we’re leaving behind on the couch.
A new study by Amazon reveals that one in three Aussies (33%) say leaving their pets home alone is their absolute biggest worry, completely outranking fears of a burglary (31%).
With Australia’s furry family population now sitting at an incredible 31.6 million across 7.7 million households, our pets truly are the heart of the home. It makes perfect sense, then, that smart doorbells and home cameras have quietly evolved. They’re no longer just about deterring unexpected visitors; they’ve become a comforting way to check in on a snoozing dog, or make sure the cat hasn’t decided to scale the curtains while we’re at work!
A new generation of smart doorbells
To give busy households that extra layer of comfort, Ring has just refreshed its smart doorbells range with a focus on seamless upgrades.
Leading the arrivals is the brand-new Battery Video Doorbell Pro (2nd Gen) ($399). For the very first time, Ring has managed to pack its highest-quality, crystal-clear 4K video into a completely wireless design.
For anyone who loves a beautiful home exterior but shudders at the thought of messy renovations, this one’s for you. In the past, getting this level of clear vision meant hiring an electrician to drill holes through your front walls. This clever unit simply mounts to your doorframe in minutes and runs on a fast-charging battery. With its super-sharp picture and powerful zoom, you can check on deliveries or take a peek at your front garden with perfect clarity, day or night.
You can even pair the doorbell with a Ring Protect subscription to unlock clever AI Video Descriptions. Instead of your phone buzzing every time a neighbour walks past or the wind blows a tree branch, you receive a simple text summary telling you exactly what’s happening outside, so you can stay connected without a million distracting alerts.
Finding the right smart doorbell for your home
Whether you’re looking to secure things after an unexpected scare, or you simply want an easy way to keep tabs on your home, the new collection has a style and price point to suit everyone.
Here is how Ring’s new smart doorbells break down at a glance:
| Model | Best For | Price | Resolution | Power | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wired Elite (2nd Gen) | New builds wanting a premium, permanent setup | $749 | Retinal 4K, 10x zoom | Power over Ethernet | Shop Now |
| Battery Pro (2nd Gen) | Renters or flagship clarity without an electrician | $399 | Retinal 4K, 10x zoom | Rechargeable battery | Shop Now |
| Battery Plus (2nd Gen) | Busy households who want fast, easy battery swaps | $149 (was $249) | Retinal 2K, enhanced zoom | Quick-release battery | Shop Now |
| Battery Video (2nd Gen) | A solid, no-fuss entry point into smart doorbells | $99 (was $149) | Retinal 2K, 6x zoom | Rechargeable battery | Shop Now |
| Wired Video (2nd Gen) | Homes with existing wiring wanting a simple upgrade | $69 (was $99) | Retinal 2K | Wired | Shop Now |
Clever accessories and whole-home coverage
For those who can’t stand the sight of trailing cords or charging bricks, Ring has also introduced two sun-powered smart doorbells that take care of the battery maintenance for you.
The Ring Doorbell Solar Charger ($79) acts as a seamless, hidden mount that sits completely out of sight directly behind your battery doorbell, using just a few hours of direct daily sunlight to keep the unit topped up.
For shaded entries, the adjustable Ring Doorbell Solar Panel ($89) can be mounted onto gutters or roofs to catch the midday sun.
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If you want that same feeling of total reassurance in the back garden where your pets actually spend their days, you can easily link your doorbell to the high-powered Ring Spotlight Outdoor Camera ($279) or the ultra-bright Ring Floodlight Outdoor Camera ($329) to keep your entire perimeter safe, bright and beautifully secure.
Ultimately, investing in a little smart home tech isn’t just about protecting a physical building anymore. It’s about buying yourself a lovely sense of calm during the day, knowing that your home – and the precious companions resting inside it – are entirely safe and sound.
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