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Looking for security? Grab the Ring Video Doorbell while this sale lasts.
Home security is no longer just about making sure you lock your doors and windows. Thanks to the development of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, we can now monitor our homes in real-time, no matter where we are, and make use of everything from motion sensors to video doorbells.
It's not often that these devices come cheap and it can be expensive to start up a home security ecosystem. And if you've been looking for the right time to purchase some home security essentials, during the holiday shopping season is a great time. Right now you can grab the Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) for just $55, a savings of $45 (45% off) ahead of Black Friday next week.
The Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) is complete with 1080p HD recording, two-way conversations, 2.4 GHz connectivity, and night vision. You can connect the doorbell to the Ring mobile app to check on your home at any time as well as talk to visitors -- expected or otherwise. There is an optional subscription available, Ring Protect, which will save recordings and photos in the cloud, and the doorbell comes in two finishes -- Venetian Bronze and Satin Nickel -- to ensure your tech matches your home's aesthetic.
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If you're looking to level up even further, you can also grab the Ring video doorbell in select discounted bundles with other Ring products. Get the Ring Video Doorbell with the Outdoor Chime for 28% off or the Video Doorbell with the Ring Stick Up Camera for 44% off .
At ZDNET we are constantly scouring the web to find the best deals we can on everything from monitors and TVs to office equipment and home gadgets. Check out more of our early Black Friday security camera deals and best early Black Friday deals before you start your holiday shopping.
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