Ring Alarm Update - Professional Monitoring Sign up, First Alert Smoke and CO Alarm Setup

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  • Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
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    I finally got to cancel my old alarm system company and I was surprised that they didn't try to keep me from cancelling. So, this is the part 2 of my Ring Alarm review and if you haven't seen my first video, I'll link it below.
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    Now, I'm professionally monitored by Ring (Rapid Response Monitoring) and I also added more contact sensors to protect my 2 other doors and some of my windows. I'm waiting for Ring to start offering glass break sensors which is a better option for me in my windows.
    I also setup and installed First Alert's Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector which is the only non-Ring brand sensor/device that is compatible with Ring Alarm at this time. Hopefully, Ring will add more compatible devices in the future.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 264

  • @willtee1526
    @willtee1526 6 років тому +2

    This was a great tutorial. The guy's voice was clear and distinct unlike some and the guidance was sequential and made sense. The pace was just right so you can understand what is being highlighted. A+

  • @VideoNOLA
    @VideoNOLA 9 місяців тому

    Appreciate all the time and effort you put into these informative videos. Thanks!

  • @AAATowDriver
    @AAATowDriver 5 років тому +2

    Dam just installed the ring alarm system and left the house thinking I was done and already being monitored when I saw the AT&T logo. Didn't know I had to go thru the "pratice" or it even existed. Great info/video

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Yes, it will go to Practice mode first just to make sure that everything works ok.

  • @jcepri
    @jcepri 5 років тому +1

    I just found out that Amazon owns Ring. Unbelievable. Amazon is going to own us pretty soon. Thank you for not wasting my time by providing an informative, yet succinct video. :-)

  • @cshaw918
    @cshaw918 5 років тому +2

    I got my Ring 1st day it came out. Great Alarm. Customer service is the best. Wish it was compatible with Wyze camera and Alexa.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      I am pretty sure it will integrate with Alexa soon.

  • @grahamfisher37
    @grahamfisher37 6 років тому +1

    I have this with 17 window/door sensors and 5 motion sensors. All is working fine so far.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Wow... you have a big house/property to monitor. I wish they will release the glass break sensor soon. I still have some windows I need to protect.

  • @stevepse
    @stevepse 5 років тому

    I just canceled my 'old school" company yesterday. Waiting on a few more pieces to fill out my 14 piece set. Thanks for your reviews

  • @raidensix
    @raidensix 6 років тому +2

    Thanks for the review. CostCo seems to have the best deal for this at $240 with 6 contact sensors.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      That is a good deal...

    • @raidensix
      @raidensix 6 років тому

      Just got one and I blame you for it! :)

  • @speedyretreat
    @speedyretreat 5 років тому +3

    For now, you can kind of work the contact sensors to adhere to the glass, that way if it breaks, the sensor falls and the alarm triggers. Its a bit of work, but a work around until glass break sensors are a thing.

  • @TheBap33
    @TheBap33 6 років тому +3

    Great review! Thanks for adding good additional info along with your first review. I really appreciate it.

  • @christrubl5014
    @christrubl5014 5 років тому +4

    You can use the echo dot or any of the echo speakers to listen for glass breaking and smoke alarms.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Yes...I mentioned this on my 1 year review of this system.

    • @jcepri
      @jcepri 5 років тому +2

      Pretty soon Alexa will listen for orgasms and send an alert is it's an unfamiliar voice.

    • @olliecrow3547
      @olliecrow3547 4 роки тому

      @@jcepri the new cheater alert system?!

  • @boostjunkieMike
    @boostjunkieMike 5 років тому +1

    Another great informative video👍🏿👍🏿 thanks as always. Hopefully my Alarm kit comes next week. I'm so excited.

  • @sunlee79
    @sunlee79 5 років тому +1

    If you don’t open any glass windows very often, use a doberman window sensor, which is a standalone unit. Very effective to detect glass vibration.

  • @mean1979Just
    @mean1979Just 6 років тому +3

    Another detailed review. Cheers buddy 👍

  • @brhicks7677
    @brhicks7677 Рік тому

    Yea I just ordered me the ring alarm system

  • @alesiahatsitski2285
    @alesiahatsitski2285 5 років тому +2

    I think I like this Smart home things

  • @sergiocantu3722
    @sergiocantu3722 5 років тому +6

    Purchased an 8 piece ring alarm for 188 on Amazon during Black Friday deals..

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Yes. I just saw that and just made a video of the sales I found....

    • @skbol001
      @skbol001 5 років тому +1

      I just bought that too still waiting for it to get here

    • @mustangmikki1947
      @mustangmikki1947 5 років тому

      I got that deal too Thanks !

  • @rodrobinson6111
    @rodrobinson6111 6 років тому +1

    Great Review!! Appreciate the information.

  • @jwaggonr
    @jwaggonr 2 роки тому

    With the ring wired options for old systems, available now. Have you thought about doing a video.

  • @tonyscorcia7534
    @tonyscorcia7534 6 років тому +1

    Great review. Very helpful.

  • @giovanniturco6428
    @giovanniturco6428 5 років тому +1

    Hi another fantastic video it’s a shame ring don’t sell they sensors in the UK the sensors I am using are EVE elgato plus I am using Nest smoke and carbon monoxide alarm they are not cheap in the UK probably cheaper in the US

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      I'm pretty sure they will be releasing it soon in your country.

    • @Bartofii95
      @Bartofii95 5 років тому

      @@LifeHackster Most likely will NOT be monitored by the same location.

  • @cobraback5806
    @cobraback5806 6 років тому +2

    Great review! I had the ring alarm system but I returned it. I think it's a great system with a great concept, but I have over 20 Zone that I need covered, and when a sensor is activated it does not announce the sensor's name. Knowing the name of your door and window sensors is very critical, especially if you have a big house and one of your doors or windows are opened. You need to know where to go and investigate. Hopefully ring will update their software to announce the sensors as they are opened. if they can upgrade their system to do this I will buy the system again. One more thing to your subscribers, you only get audible alerts from the main base station, not the additional keypads. it would be nice if the keypads could also alert you to sensors that are being open and closed.

    • @Photo75Dog
      @Photo75Dog 6 років тому

      Cobra Back Does the Ring App give you the sensor info if it’s activated? Or which sensor is not ready to be armed?

    • @cobraback5806
      @cobraback5806 6 років тому +2

      @@Photo75Dog yes it does. It is very accurate and informative about sensors being activated and motion being detected. It will also let you know about your bypassed sensors. My main issue is that my current alarm let me know specifically which window and which door is being opened when I'm at home. So if I'm in the living room and my kitchen window is opened, I will know that it's my kitchen window. With the ring alarm it only Chimes, this leaves you to investigate all of your sensors. I have over 20 sensors in my house, it is impossible for me to know from a chime which sensor is being opened.

    • @Photo75Dog
      @Photo75Dog 6 років тому +1

      Cobra Back Thanks for the update I appreciate it

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for the info... yes, it is limited as to the chime but it can easily be updated by Ring. I rarely use my keypad because it is way easier on the app.. It also doesn't have silent alert or a panic button on the app...another thing that Ring can update...

    • @cobraback5806
      @cobraback5806 6 років тому +1

      One more thing to add, I had two additional keypads for with my Ring Alarm purchase, I thought the keypads would act as speakers(relaying the chime alerts), but they didn't. The purpose was to have a keypad on each floor allowing me to hear the alarm chimes, but the chime alerts only come from the base station. I was ready to replace my entire system with Ring Alarm with an initial investment of over $650(kit and sensors), but these short falls were enough to make me wait for an updated version(software and additional hardware). Thanks for all of your reviews, LH.

  • @gerrygarcia653
    @gerrygarcia653 6 років тому +1

    Excellent and Thank you.

  • @G_RAThbun
    @G_RAThbun 3 роки тому

    I am a subscriber to your channel and I really find you knowledgeable and interesting. But there's something that I'd like to know and I can't find it from any place on UA-cam or in real life. I would like to be able to link all of my echo devices so that when someone comes to the door and rings the doorbell it lets me know all through the house. I do have the ring security system hooked up to one of my devices but it will not share or I don't know how to share that could you please make a video on that

  • @donttread5916
    @donttread5916 6 років тому +2

    /good review as always 👍.one thing ,it would be nice to see how all the components work. as in tripping motion & Windows alarms .& one more thing are they really coming out with the glass sensor ? Yes indeed that would be nice...thank u.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      I'll do that in my update video..I think I showed it also in my first video...as to the glass sensor.. I'm hoping...well actually, they need to have a glass break sensor..it always has been a part of other security systems....

  • @bkelevate
    @bkelevate 6 років тому +7

    FYI Ring partners with Costco. You can almost always find a better deal on Ring products through them. The Ring base kit with 6 contact sensors is $239.99 regularly priced. They have sales regularly too. Wouldn't be surprised if it drops down to $199 with 6 sensors on cyber Monday or something.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      Good to know. Thanks for the info.

    • @islandtimerick2671
      @islandtimerick2671 6 років тому

      I also scored one year free monitoring through Costco. I didn't see it advertised, but Ring said it comes with the Costco Ring Alarm.

  • @bolero5000
    @bolero5000 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for the review kabayan..

  • @jrcordero009
    @jrcordero009 5 років тому +3

    I want to add an outdoor siren to the Ring system. I ask you, do you think that any device containing the Zwave frequency would work for me?

  • @shariar84
    @shariar84 5 років тому +1

    Great video!

  • @zachstuff
    @zachstuff 6 років тому +1

    woohoo 10k!!!

  • @AndrewChlopik
    @AndrewChlopik 4 роки тому +3

    Does Ring publish any specifications for the motion sensors? I'm wondering about animals... I have an 80lb dog and don't need him setting off the motion sensors all the time.

  • @thecarefreenatural9232
    @thecarefreenatural9232 4 роки тому

    Thanks very helpful !

  • @AutonomousMoo
    @AutonomousMoo 6 років тому +8

    So, have you gone ring crazy?
    So far I got 5 ring cameras and waiting for there security lights to release.
    Will get the alarm when my contract ends.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +2

      Lol... I actually have 5 also...

    • @willtee1526
      @willtee1526 6 років тому

      I have them at 3 homes. :-) it is great to have everything right there on my iPad

    • @mustangmikki1947
      @mustangmikki1947 5 років тому +1

      LOl I have 2 floodlights the Video doorbell & the Alam system. I may have a problem lol.

    • @mustangmikki1947
      @mustangmikki1947 5 років тому +1

      Oh & you can combine the monthly charges and pay only $10 for all your cameras !

    • @demarcusrobinson3861
      @demarcusrobinson3861 5 років тому

      omg who you telling ever since me and my Grandmother got them we gon so crazy about buying so much off of Rings website

  • @labalo5
    @labalo5 6 років тому +2

    Good stuff pogie!

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      :)

    • @labalo5
      @labalo5 6 років тому +1

      LifeHackster thanks for doing these reviews pare! I went with the ring system and cameras based on your reviews. Very informative!

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      lowell a - you are welcome :)

  • @MrFester
    @MrFester 6 років тому +1

    Now we gotta get you to test out the Google alarm. 😀

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      lol...Nest you mean..I might..but it seems very pricey...

    • @MrFester
      @MrFester 6 років тому +1

      Yeah Nest / Google ish whatever limbo company. The sad thing I've seen from them, I haven't seen any new devices to add to the security system come out and its been what a year now?
      Your right its really damn expensive. Almost Brinks or ADT expensive after they suck you dry with long term deals. 😂

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      Yes... I'm still waiting for updates on their Nest Hello..

    • @MrFester
      @MrFester 6 років тому +1

      Yeah same here with my Hello unit. I got a weird issue when the damn thing just stops flagging any motion activity at night, the unit records it just fine and even sends notification about a visitor, but it doesn't flag that moment in time.

  • @leduynhat92
    @leduynhat92 2 роки тому

    Wow!

  • @wallymas
    @wallymas 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for the
    information ,I have a quick question it looks like the alarm main keypad is the
    brain for the alarm ,normally there is a delay on the front door for the user
    to press their code and disarm the alarm, what happens if the burglar
    brakes true the front door uses the 30 seconds delay grabs the
    keypad an deeps it in to a
    bucket full of water or toilet how will the alarm communicate to the
    ring central station ?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      The keypad is not the main part of the alarm.. the base station is..which you can hide somewhere (wireless) or plugged in near your router...

  • @yamumishot2001
    @yamumishot2001 5 років тому +1

    Wish I could get this in Australia.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      I think soon, they will be shipping over there.

  • @m9j16
    @m9j16 6 років тому +1

    Nice. Thanks!

  • @TransitAndTeslas
    @TransitAndTeslas 5 років тому +1

    You can use Alexa Guard as glassbreak sensors.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      True. I need to try it out. Thanks for the tip.

    • @jmat7103
      @jmat7103 5 років тому

      More microphones to record everything continuously. 🙄

  • @Photo75Dog
    @Photo75Dog 6 років тому +2

    Thanks for doing this video. I have been on the fence about ring vs nest alarm but I think Ring just won. Consider doing a 6 month update on how the system is doing. Side question-if you had to install a battery only camera would you go ring spotlight or Argus 2?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      You are welcome and I will definitely do an update on it again.... as to battery power camera..I'll go with the Argus 2, Arlo Pro 2 and Blink XT in that order.

  • @mrcoolgarcia
    @mrcoolgarcia 6 років тому +2

    @lifehackster Costco and Costco.com has a deal for 230 with 6 sensors included

  • @youngkimpainting7161
    @youngkimpainting7161 4 роки тому +2

    Hello LifeHackster,
    can you make the First Alaert Alarm Zwave to go off when the ring alarm goes on or does he First Alert Zwave Alarm can link with Alexa?
    thanks

  • @ronmullis5307
    @ronmullis5307 5 років тому +1

    Great Video reviews ! Do you have more info. on the glass break sensor.when it might be a available?

  • @gsnow1815
    @gsnow1815 4 роки тому +1

    Have you tried to add Alexa home monitoring to this? It will add the glass break too.

  • @spencewang9633
    @spencewang9633 4 роки тому

    Love your reviews. Thanks for doing such a great job.
    Are the floodlight cameras under professional monitoring like deep sentinel to receive an alarm before burglar enters house?

  • @vitzter
    @vitzter 6 років тому +3

    Great review! What does the Ring system say when the smoke detector goes off? Will it tell you which smoke sensor was triggered? Also, can you silence the smoke detector from the app? Thanks ahead of time.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      I haven't tried it as to the smoke detector but I'm pretty sure it will give you an alert and will show which smoke detector went off (you name and set the location of the detector during setup). I don't think you can silence the detector from the app...it would be a nice update and also an option to test the detector from the app.

  • @MyGoogleYoutube
    @MyGoogleYoutube 5 років тому +2

    Can you please do a power outage simulation review? I can't find any information how you verify the cellular backup connection. Ideally, I would love for you to do a review that starts with you turning off the power to your house at the main breaker and see how the ring performs.... With the unit in practice mode of course....

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +5

      I will on my update video but I'm not sure when...yet..I can tell you though that it is automatic and you will get a notification that the power or internet is out and the Alarm is in battery and cell back up.

    • @MyGoogleYoutube
      @MyGoogleYoutube 5 років тому

      @@LifeHackster awesome thank you. I just ordered the 14 piece set.

  • @skmwatson
    @skmwatson 6 років тому

    Nice review, thanks. Did you have to provide ring with the number of the closest police and fire dispatcher so they know who to call if you're unavailable?. Also is it possible to assign multiple unarmed codes. This way you can give one to the dog sitter and another to a friend checking on the house. You should be able to identify who entered and unarmed the system. Thank you.

  • @robinnagel3684
    @robinnagel3684 5 років тому +1

    Thank you LifeHackster for a great review. I am in the process of ordering my alarm system now. I have double hung windows with an ADT system so my sensors are placed in the middle of the lower window protecting both the top and bottom part of the window. Hope that makes sense.
    Now, my question is.....will the magnetic part(small part) of my ADT sensor work with the RING sensor(big part). The magnetic part of the Ring sensor is too big to replace the ADT magnetic part leaving me to place two sensors on one window.Not liking that idea as it will cost me several hundred more dollars to be fully protected with Ring.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      I'm not sure if it will work. Either way though, you will still need to get Ring sensors (only sold in pairs) per window that can be opened . I'm waiting for them to release their glass break sensor which I don't have to put contact sensors on each of my windows. Most burglars will break the windows anyways and go through it and they might not even need to open it to trip the sensor.

    • @robinnagel3684
      @robinnagel3684 5 років тому

      ​@@LifeHackster, I will find out shortly as I have already ordered. I will update and let you know if they work.

    • @olliecrow3547
      @olliecrow3547 4 роки тому

      @@robinnagel3684 a glass break sensor?

  • @aw7425
    @aw7425 3 роки тому

    Great video. Thanks. 1 question are you experiencing any false positives with the smoke detectors you added to the system? Thanks

  • @RD-nc8xt
    @RD-nc8xt 3 роки тому

    Do I install smoke detector to my camera system. Or do I have to purchase the home security system to link up with the smoke detector?

  • @manueldelgado505
    @manueldelgado505 5 років тому

    Great video my friend, I have ADT right now and I pay $60 a month do you think I should consider switching to ring security system? I have 5 ring cameras around my house but I want to make sure this system really works before making a decision.

  • @bookooc5605
    @bookooc5605 6 років тому +2

    Do you know if and when they will support the floodlight cameras with the alarm system? Thanks for the video

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      Not that I know of....but they will be releasing their stickup camera in the next few weeks and I'm hoping that at least it can be used as the alarm's motion detector too... we will see.

    • @mustangmikki1947
      @mustangmikki1947 5 років тому

      @@LifeHackster Please let us know

  • @CBL138
    @CBL138 6 років тому +1

    How do you know when a sensor battery is getting low? Thanks for the video.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      You should be able to see if from the app but I'm pretty sure, it will send you notification when it does.

  • @kutncure
    @kutncure 4 роки тому +2

    Hey LifeHacker, I now have he Ring alarmthanks to you. Do u happen to know if the ring alarm has a thermostat control ?....thx

  • @exclusivelynyc
    @exclusivelynyc 4 роки тому

    Great video, thanks for sharing! Does ring show you the battery level status of your first alert smoke/carbon detectors so you know when the battery needs changing. I currently use these smoke detectors with smartthings and it does show it in the smartthings app. Thank you

  • @anandvenkatesan4740
    @anandvenkatesan4740 2 роки тому

    Do ring have glass break sensor yet? I know they have the listener device.

  • @HienNguyen-eh2ww
    @HienNguyen-eh2ww 5 років тому +2

    Try out the Alexa gaurd

  • @craigmnelson86
    @craigmnelson86 5 років тому +1

    Can you do a video of their smoke detectors and how they work when there is smoke in the house

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      I do have it but I haven't tried to simulate to trigger it off. Probably in my future videos because I do have to collab with their monitoring station if I want to test it and don't want my local firefighters go into my house for a false alarm.

    • @bama1fan
      @bama1fan 4 роки тому

      LifeHackster Can you call the Ring monitoring station and ask them to put your ring alarm in practice mode for say 30 to 40 minutes? Just wondering....

  • @bringhappy5454
    @bringhappy5454 5 років тому +1

    @lifehackster thanks for great videos. I have a question about the Ring window sensor. What if someone breake in by bresking the window without moving the sensor? Is it going to alert ?
    Thanks

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      No it is not..that is why Ring needs to release a window break sensor..for now, motion sensor inside will be the second line and last line of defense...

  • @Photo75Dog
    @Photo75Dog 5 років тому +2

    Is there any way to have a unique sound for the alarm when it activates on the iPhone? Ring offers so many alert options for motion being detected by their cameras (including the new Christmas ones] but nothing for the alarm. I ask because mine went off today and the only real alert I got [before they called me) was the default apple alert sound....which I didn’t hear. Yet when one of my cameras gets a motion hit I get one of the great unique sounds. Am I missing a setup feature somewhere to enable this?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      You are right. There is only the generic tone at this time and I cannot find any settings to change it at this time anyways. This is one thing that Ring needs to update.

  • @williamherbstman1686
    @williamherbstman1686 6 років тому +1

    When using the smoke alarm, does the central monitoring station get alerted even if the system is not active? If I am home and the system is off I want the central station to be notified if the smoke alarm goes off.
    great review

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Good question. I don't know the answer but I am hoping it is and should be.

    • @ATL-Realtor
      @ATL-Realtor 5 років тому

      With most alarm systems it does not need to be armed to send a alarm signal from CO or smoke detector

  • @vigenk06
    @vigenk06 5 років тому +1

    Hi thanks for your excellent video. I just ordered my ring alarm. Will this system have any effect on your network like slow downs and such things?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Not that I noticed. It doesn't use WiFi/internet all the time. It does use it mostly when it gives you alerts and when you are accessing the system through the app or online.

  • @DennisMangual
    @DennisMangual 5 років тому +1

    Are you still using the ring alarm system? Now that i have the stickup cam and see how easy it is to use, im really thinking about getting this alarm system.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Yes and no issues so far.

    • @MrParmalot387
      @MrParmalot387 5 років тому

      @@LifeHackster Have you heard anything from Ring about glass break sensors? I know they are going to use Echos for this, but I've gone all in on Google Home and don't want a bunch of Alexas around my house when they'll only being listening to breaking glass

  • @henry18hk
    @henry18hk 6 років тому +4

    did you get your alarm certificate from Ring for your homeowner insurance?

    • @skmwatson
      @skmwatson 6 років тому

      Henry Lam I am also interested in this. Saving a nice chunk of change from the insurance with my current alarm certificate

    • @seymour5000000
      @seymour5000000 6 років тому

      You can download that from their website. Log on and download.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Yes. You log in to your account from a computer -> settings -> monitoring -> certificate at the bottom

  • @leslew778
    @leslew778 4 роки тому

    And the burglar cuts the WiFi cable. Job done

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  4 роки тому +1

      And when the burglar comes in..didn’t realize that the Ring alarm has cellular backup..

    • @leslew778
      @leslew778 4 роки тому

      LifeHackster can you tell me. Does the alarm being triggered set the floodlight siren off ?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  4 роки тому

      leslew778 - no it doesn’t at this time

    • @leslew778
      @leslew778 4 роки тому

      Shame

  • @betsyperalta65
    @betsyperalta65 5 років тому +1

    I don’t know what you mean by getting the permit I’m still at lost? Why do we need it for? Please would you explain this to me. Thank you

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      In where I live, it is a city ordinance that you will need an alarm permit if you have an alarm in your house.

  • @SeanAnthony
    @SeanAnthony 6 років тому +2

    Which model of the First Alert is compatible with Ring? I notice there are 2 wireless versions on Amazon. Ring's website doesn't make this clear neither.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      It says "ZCOMBO" in Amazon and First Alert updated their description to include "Certified for use with Nexia Home Intelligence, Ring Home Security System, and other third party Z-Wave systems; not compatible with WINK or Onelink"

  • @2e0ijk
    @2e0ijk 6 років тому +1

    Is this available in the UK lifehackster? I've bought the floodlight cam, doorbell v2 and wouldn't mind the alarm.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Not yet I think. Contact them and ask when it will be available.

  • @Buwtz
    @Buwtz 6 років тому +1

    Thank you, for the video. Have you found any lag or bugs in the app?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      Nothing yet. It has been working without any issues.

  • @depecheddurand
    @depecheddurand 4 роки тому

    will this smoke detector make a phone call if it detects fire? can it be placed on a small business like a shop ? so if there is a fire we could protect our business?

  • @peterlam3933
    @peterlam3933 6 років тому +1

    I was watching other videos and the control panel keypad has a power source. How did you connect that part with your house? I'm trying to figure out how best to put that in the house before I decide buying this. Thanks!

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Peter Lam - it has a rechargeable battery that would last 6 to 10 months or so... so you don’t need to have it wired...you can install it anywhere...

    • @peterlam3933
      @peterlam3933 6 років тому +1

      That's awesome! Hopefully there's a battery indicator so it notifies you when it needs to get charged.

    • @islandtimerick2671
      @islandtimerick2671 6 років тому

      yes on the phone app

  • @christianl2615
    @christianl2615 5 років тому +2

    Great review!!! Is there a way to get notifications as to which non motion sensor is going off example being door1, door2 and so on? Do you get notifications of the motion sensors as well example being Living room motion or kitchen motion? Also can you have multiple items that sound alarms at once? Do you feel there's any delay in openings compared to notification time and alarm trigger timing? Thanks for all your videos!!!

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      Ring have updated this and Yes.. you can set specific sensors to send a push notification to your phone when it detects motion or when somebody open or closes a door or window. Notifications are instantaneous.

  • @ayo30s
    @ayo30s 6 років тому +1

    Thanks a lot, 👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇬🇺🇸

  • @bigmowerman03
    @bigmowerman03 4 роки тому +1

    I'm a little confused... With the door/window sensors, is the length of time between the sounding of the alarm and the actual "trip" configurable? Thanks in advance!

  • @BetaCuckAlpha
    @BetaCuckAlpha 4 роки тому +3

    "Glass break sensor soon." Still waiting.

    • @ericlazo9260
      @ericlazo9260 4 роки тому +1

      Agree! For now I'm using Alexa as a glass break sensor which I found out from another forum but waiting for Ring to come out with one

    • @jas-hy3sy
      @jas-hy3sy 3 роки тому

      Just use the motion detector?

    • @jas-hy3sy
      @jas-hy3sy 3 роки тому

      Yah, I don’t think they’ll make a glass break sensor, they already have what they believe to be enough reasons for customers to choose ring (affordable monthly plans and larger ecosystem). They want that extra $5 a month, for glass breaking detection services!!

  • @vonsevilla4426
    @vonsevilla4426 6 років тому +1

    I have ADT door and window sensors from previous homeowner. I believe it’s z-wave compatible. Is it possible to pair these to get notifications through ring app?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Not at this time. You can only use Ring's sensor at this time.

  • @JohnRash
    @JohnRash 4 роки тому

    I sent you a contact card/comment on your website but it appeared the main page hadn't been updated since January 2018. Needless to say, it appears Ring is NOT open to suggestions on their devices or software as I received this from a customer support representative 5 minutes ago.. your take?!
    Although we would love to embrace every idea proposed to us, regretfully, we are unable to do so. Ring does not accept creative ideas, proposals, concepts, suggestions or materials (whether of a technical, business, financial or other nature) other than those that we specifically request.
    I am disheartened to hear this news they are not open to suggestions and would love your take on this.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  4 роки тому +1

      What is your suggestion? Are you a member of their explorer program? They also have a forum where you can post your idea and if a lot of people will agree that it needs to be implemented, then they will integrate it.

    • @JohnRash
      @JohnRash 4 роки тому

      @@LifeHackster My suggestion was geofencing to turn alerts on and off so I do not have to set a generic timeframe that I want to disable alerts when I may be away during those times and want alerts. I had another one a while back but I forget, I think it was to stop recording similar to Nest with both of these suggestions but it appears Ring has already adopted that.
      I am not part of their explorer program, will have to check it out and also the forums!

  • @fadyfso
    @fadyfso 4 роки тому

    Hello when I arm my system and start counting the time for me to leave the house. Once I open the door to leave the house, the alarm goes off. What is the problem ?

  • @foxconNI
    @foxconNI 3 роки тому

    Are there any ring smoke alarms

  • @miabutterfly2367
    @miabutterfly2367 4 роки тому +1

    Can you tell me how much it cost for home monitoring

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  4 роки тому

      10 dollars a month or 100 dollars a year.

  • @bolero5000
    @bolero5000 6 років тому +1

    Have you experience any sensors disconnection? Some people are complaining about the frequent connection problem.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      I haven't had any... I had issues with my internet one night and it alerted me that the alarm is running on cellular backup and the essential security features are working normally.

  • @kstevenson3504
    @kstevenson3504 5 років тому

    Can you trigger events with the First Alert detector? Can you for example make lights blink red if there is a fire or yellow if there is a CO detection?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      Not that I know of... when it gets triggered..the siren is going to go off.

    • @kstevenson3504
      @kstevenson3504 5 років тому

      @@LifeHackster You mean the siren on the base station. Ring, if i remember correctly, doesn't have a separate siren.

  • @MALITHA8
    @MALITHA8 4 роки тому +1

    If I am not using the monitoring (as I live outside the US) can I still use the app to arm and disarm remotely from my phone?. Also, will it alert my phone if there is a break-in (through the app)? Thanks

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  4 роки тому

      Yes but it will not have a cellular backup.

  • @jcm9698
    @jcm9698 5 років тому +1

    Can your existing z-wave contact sensors work with this? Also, will the glass break sensor from Lowes work?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      At this time, no. I'm hoping Ring will open it to other z wave manufacturers in their future updates.

  • @nathanchong3675
    @nathanchong3675 5 років тому +1

    Question on the smoke detector. When tripped, does it trigger the base station alarm?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      I haven't tested it and it is a bit hard to test.

    • @xuser9980
      @xuser9980 4 роки тому

      I've got a First Alarm Smoke Alarm successfully paired with my Ring Base System but when I test the smoke alarm, there is no audible notification or text alart sent. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @bulldogfit1584
    @bulldogfit1584 6 років тому +1

    How does it work with a power outage? Will my phone still be alerted with any problems. And if it has a battery during a power outage how long will the backup battery last? Thanks

    • @david11g35
      @david11g35 6 років тому +1

      Bulldog FIT during an outage you are alerted from the app that the base station lost power and your internet connection is lost. When you sign up for the monitoring service the base station has a cellular backup signal with AT&T so it alerts ring in case your alarm is set off. The base station also has a ring battery backup that should last 2 days or longer.

    • @mcardenas23
      @mcardenas23 6 років тому +1

      david11g35 is there a monthly fee (apart from the ring monitoring fee) to use with att? If so could I use a T-Mobile SIM card?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Thank you david11g35 for the answer...and as to the cellular backup...there is no additional fee when ATT is used.

  • @markh8921
    @markh8921 6 років тому +1

    So how much have u spent just on the Ring alarm products just to get setup..looks like around $300 or so after sensors etc...
    It will be interesting to see how it works with everyday use..I’m still not sold on Rings, Nest or even Simplisafe home alarm systems and there monitoring..it doesn’t see worth the cost..I didn’t have to pay anything for the equipment I have for my home alarm system’s, all I pay is month to month with no contract..

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      As of this setup...it is not complete yet because I either need more contact sensors or wait for the glass break sensor.. but right now with 3 doors + 2 windows and a smoke and CO detector $350... for contact sensors, I will need 10 more sensors which would be another 200 bucks...so around $550... and only $10/month or free if you look at it when you have Ring cameras already...so it pays for itself pretty quick after a year. I pay $40/month on my old system.

    • @markh8921
      @markh8921 6 років тому

      LifeHackster
      Wow...thx for the info..and then u have to hope Ring can provide the service/dependability you were used to with other provider..I think thats having “to many eggs in basket.” depending on Ring for monitoring your house alarm😮...I pay $25 per mnth ( not on a contract) to my alarm company and have all the sensor for doors,windows, motion sensor,Fire/CO2 alarm and glass break sensor was free thu the company..and I have the peace of mind if my diy cams are having issue my home alarm is always working and Not a part of my diy cams...and lets be honest sometimes the diy cam companies have issue with firmware updates and servers..

    • @vroooom
      @vroooom 6 років тому

      Costco sells Ring Alarm 10 piece package which includes 6 sensors for just $225. Amazing deal.

    • @rowenafletcher4989
      @rowenafletcher4989 6 років тому

      @@markh8921 which alarm company do you have currently?. Were the sensors etc always free

    • @markh8921
      @markh8921 6 років тому

      Rowena Fletcher
      Sensors were also free..
      My alarm company is one of the major companies..

  • @bruce776
    @bruce776 6 років тому +1

    Half of my motion sensor chime but doesn’t send a push notification (disarm mode). Do you know why this happen or how to fix it? I already tried reconfiguring it. Notifications work on and off. :(

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      The motion sensors doesn't trigger a chime like the contact sensors.

  • @vroooom
    @vroooom 6 років тому +1

    So with the smoke alarm, does the central monitoring station get alerted if it sounds an alarm? Or is it just your phone that gets alerted?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +1

      Yes they are. When you install the smoke/CO detector, Ring will also email you information if you needed a separate fire alarm permit...which in my case, I didn't.

  • @johnbradley2016
    @johnbradley2016 5 років тому +1

    How much is the “professional monitoring” a month? Is it all inclusive with then $100 annually?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      Yes, it is inclusive. 100/yr for cloud access of unlimited Ring cameras in one address and professional monitoring of their Alarm system.

    • @3653john
      @3653john 4 роки тому

      That’s is considerably cheaper than Simply Safe

  • @mcardenas23
    @mcardenas23 6 років тому +1

    Anyone know if we are able to arm and disarm via Siri? Since ring won’t be using key fobs...

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      I don't think so. I'm not sure but it is very easy to arm and disarm via the app...

  • @123456iambelial
    @123456iambelial 5 років тому

    How is the battery life of the keypad?

  • @strydersound
    @strydersound 6 років тому +1

    Great review! How long does the keypad battery seem to last? One thing that bugs me is that it can't take an installed DC power supply.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Ring states from 6-10 months. You can plug it in with the included micro USB cable and power adapter...5 volts.

    • @strydersound
      @strydersound 6 років тому +1

      @@LifeHackster Thanks!

  • @jennyw8466
    @jennyw8466 6 років тому +1

    Do I need this system if I already have 5 ring camera around the outside of my house?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому +3

      Yes, as another layer of protection inside your house. Plus, if there is a power or internet failure, you are still protected. Those 5 ring cameras will not alert you or record anything when the power is out.

  • @patricjft
    @patricjft 5 років тому +1

    When the siren sounds will it also trigger the sirens on ring outdoor cameras?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +2

      Not yet. Hopefully, soon.

    • @ridin_low193
      @ridin_low193 4 роки тому

      This is the feature that I’m waiting for.

  • @henryfajardo493
    @henryfajardo493 5 років тому +1

    Do you know if they are going to have Key Fob?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому

      I haven’t heard about any plans for a key fob.

  • @richdeg22
    @richdeg22 6 років тому +1

    Hi! Can u make a review with this BIBENE 2.4Ghz WiFi Home Security Door Alarm System DIY KIT thanks

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  6 років тому

      Other DIY alarm systems I might look at in the future but if you are looking for one, try to sticking with bigger and popular brands. I know somebody made a comment that they used to have a DIY alarm system that they bought from Best Buy..not a well known brand and 3 years later, the company just closed their doors and offered no more support on their products.

  • @kstevenson3504
    @kstevenson3504 5 років тому

    Does Ring have a backup battery for when the lights go out? It doesn't a cellular connection does it?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  5 років тому +1

      Yes and yes..backup battery and cellular ATT connection.

    • @kstevenson3504
      @kstevenson3504 5 років тому

      @@LifeHackster How long does the backup battery last? Does the system last at all if there is no monitoring?

    • @lovesue
      @lovesue 5 років тому

      LifeHackster not with Verizon cellular connection?