"Wyze has announced a new budget-friendly doorbell camera. The Wyze Battery Video Doorbell looks similar to the Video Doorbell v2 the brand released in 2023, but as the name implies, it adds a rechargeable battery so it's easier to install without the need for wiring or access to power. But wired power is also an option if you want to unlock its full capabilities."
"The new battery version doesn't offer quite as much resolution as the v2 - 1536 x 1536 compared to 2048 x 1536 for the older model - but it has a much broader 150-degree viewing angle in both the horizontal and vertical directions. The company describes it as a "head-to-toe 1:1 view," and it should provide a more comprehensive look at who or what is on your front porch, including packages left leaning right up against your front door."
"Footage from events captured when motion is detected, or when the doorbell is pressed, can be stored locally on a microSD card up to 256GB in size. Cloud storage is an option, but it requires a monthly subscription that ranges in price from $2.99 per month to $19.99 per month. The subscription also provides access to more advanced features like AI-powered person and package detection."
The Wyze Battery Video Doorbell adds a rechargeable battery for easier, wireless installation while retaining optional wired power for full functionality. Retail price is $65.98, compared with the wired Video Doorbell v2's current bundled price of $59.98. The battery model records at 1536 x 1536 resolution with a 150-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angle described as a 'head-to-toe 1:1 view.' Battery life is rated up to six months between charges but will vary with activity levels. Event footage can be stored locally on microSD cards up to 256GB. Cloud storage and AI person/package detection require a subscription. The cam has an IP65 weather resistance rating.
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