A Doorbell That Recognizes You

Envision a scenario where your front door acknowledges your presence and customizes its greeting as you approach. The Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 makes this possible. Equipped with cutting-edge AI facial recognition, it can identify up to 30 different faces, offering a personalized welcome for each family member while ensuring all processing is handled securely on-device to protect your privacy.

Seamless Multi-Platform Integration with the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4

The Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 integrates smoothly into any smart home environment, offering a completely wireless setup that supports HomeKit Secure Video. It is also compatible for local streaming with Google and Alexa-enabled smart displays, and is preparing to embrace Matter compatibility soon.

This doorbell enhances the functionality of various home ecosystems. Apple users will appreciate its seamless connection with Apple Home, which includes features like HomeKit Secure Video, iCloud storage solutions, local AI for facial recognition, HomePod alerts, automatic streaming to Apple TVs, and bidirectional communication.

Similarly, users of Alexa and Google Home will benefit from effortless streaming and interactive communication, ensuring they remain connected to their doorstep. Additionally, the doorbell’s compatibility with IFTTT allows for extensive customization through personalized automations, catering to unique user preferences and enhancing the overall smart home experience.

Extensive Cloud and Local Storage Solutions

The Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 includes a seven-day free cloud storage option, which automatically saves a six-second video snippet in the event of an incident, ensuring that users are promptly informed about activities at their doorstep.

For users concerned with privacy or preferring not to use cloud storage, the device provides up to 512 GB of local storage on a microSD card, strategically placed within the chime repeater to prevent external access. Future software updates are expected to allow for automatic data backups to an SMB NAS, which would enhance data security and reliability. Users should evaluate the device based on its current capabilities, keeping potential future features in mind.

The doorbell's facial recognition technology supports essential local functions such as face capture and face matching. These functions continue to operate independently of the cloud server connection, meaning that all related automations will still function even if the doorbell loses its connection to the router. However, new facial images captured during periods of disconnection will not be displayed in the app until the connection is re-established. This setup ensures continuous operation and security, particularly during internet outages.

Flexible Power Options for the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 Outdoor Unit

The Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 offers two effective power solutions for its outdoor unit: either a 6-battery pack, which can last up to four months and is compatible with both AA and rechargeable lithium batteries, or an AC/DC transformer that provides a continuous power supply with the batteries serving as a backup during outages. When connected to HomeKit, the doorbell begins recording video upon detecting motion and continues until the motion ceases. This feature may increase power consumption and reduce battery life compared to using the doorbell with the Aqara Home system alone.

The doorbell also includes a Power Saving Mode, which deactivates the PIR motion detection to conserve battery life. In this mode, the doorbell can only be activated by pressing the bell or through remote video access via the app. This significantly prolongs battery life, ensuring the doorbell is both functional and efficient.

Equipped with a robust IP rating, the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 is built to withstand various weather conditions, from intense heat and sunlight to severe cold and heavy rain, maintaining vigilant security at your doorstep throughout the year.

Reliable Performance with the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4

The indoor chime repeater of the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 features a loud 95dB speaker that ensures you never miss a visitor. It also serves as a Wi-Fi repeater, boosting your home's network connectivity, and includes a USB-C port for flexible placement. To achieve the best performance, it is recommended to position the chime repeater close to the outdoor unit.

Distance and environmental factors like wireless interference can affect the doorbell's performance. If situated more than 5 meters away from the repeater or in a high-interference area, the doorbell may increase its transmission power, potentially raising power consumption and decreasing battery life. The system is configured for a one-to-one connection between the doorbell and the repeater, which cannot be altered as they are designed to operate as a cohesive unit.

Enhanced Imaging and Security Features

The Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 is equipped with a 162-degree wide-angle lens, high-resolution 1080p sensor, and infrared night vision, ensuring clear and comprehensive visual coverage. It provides robust security features such as facial recognition, loitering, and tamper alerts, and includes the ability to use pre-recorded messages for additional security.

Advanced Privacy Options

Privacy is a critical feature of the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4. It offers voice modulation features such as “uncle” and “robot” to mask your identity during interaction. Users can further personalize their experience by customizing the ringtones for both the doorbell and chime repeater, with support for up to five MP3 files per device, each up to 5 MB in size. This customization ensures a unique and secure user experience, tailored to individual preferences and needs.