Yale is launching a video doorbell, smart alarm, and more.

Yale has launched a new line of its home security products specifically for the European market. In addition to a new video doorbell, the company revealed the next-gen of its smart alarm system, plus new indoor and outdoor smart cameras — all of which integrate with its line of smart locks.

Using the Yale Smart Video Doorbell, you can keep tabs on your doorstep with 1080p footage and a 154-degree field of view. The device comes in wired and wireless options, offering two-way audio talk, live viewing, and night vision. You’ll receive a notification when the doorbell detects motion and when someone rings the doorbell. The Smart Video Doorbell itself costs £129.99 / €159.99.

Meanwhile, the Smart Indoor Camera offers 1080p footage, a 110-degree field of view, night vision, and motion-triggered recordings. You can program the camera to enter a privacy mode whenever your door is unlocked, stopping it from recording while you’re at home. The device also offers customizable coverage zones, AI-powered human detection, and motion scheduling “to exclude notification triggers from regular occurrences.” It’s priced at £59.99 / €59.99.

Additionally, Yale is releasing wired and wireless versions of a new Smart Outdoor Camera with 1080p footage and a 154-degree field of view. For a price of £119.99 / €129.99, the device comes with a spotlight that turns on when it detects movement, motion-triggered recordings, and “enhanced” color night vision.

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While companies such as Ring and Nest offer similar smart home security products — in Europe and the UK, Yale’s has the advantage of a tight integration with its line of door locks.

Anyone have any experience with Yale?

  • smegEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I got a Yale smart home alarm system for free and still feel like I was ripped off. A buggy mess of proprietary service and flaky app. Based on that experience I wouldn’t want to touch anything else they make!

      • smegEnglish
        2·
        10 months ago

        Yep. The hardware seems fine, the software does not.

        • SayCyberOnceMoreEnglish
          2·
          10 months ago

          This is why I came here…

          IMHO all “home security” companies totally fail with software. It’s either rock solid and using unencrypted data to a cloud in the worst part of the world (ie cheap), or it’s the crumbliest flakiest product in the world.

          I was hoping for more from Yale - esp. after the problems with Nest, etc, but no…

          Ok, I’ll stick with a key on a piece of string just inside the letterbox.

          • smegEnglish
            1·
            10 months ago

            I like smart home stuff, it’s a fun toy but I would never rely on it for any serious security!