Blink has added two new 2K video doorbells to its smart home lineup, giving buyers a choice between a wired-only model and a battery-powered option.

What do the new Blink 2K doorbells offer?

The new Blink Wired Doorbell 2K+ and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ were announced on May 6 and are now available for pre-order in multiple markets. Both models expand Blink’s 2K product range, which was introduced last fall, and focus on sharper video, improved image quality, and smarter motion alerts.

The Blink Wired Doorbell 2K+ is the more affordable option, starting at $49.99 in the U.S. It is designed for homes that already have doorbell wiring and runs on continuous power. Blink says the wired model records in 2K resolution and uses improved dynamic range to deliver clearer footage in bright, dark, or mixed lighting conditions.

The Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ is aimed at users who want more flexibility during installation. It also records in 2K resolution and adds a head-to-toe field of view, which should make it easier to see visitors, packages, and activity near the doorstep. Like the wired version, it also includes improved dynamic range for better visibility in challenging lighting.

How do Blink Video Descriptions make alerts smarter?

In the U.S., both doorbells support Blink Video Descriptions, a cloud-based smart alert feature available with a Blink AI Basic or Blink AI Plus subscription. Instead of only sending a basic motion alert, the feature can provide a short summary of what happened at the door. This means users can understand the event without opening and watching the full video clip every time.

The new doorbells work through the Blink app, where users can view live video, receive alerts, and manage device settings. Blink is also positioning both models as easy to install, whether customers choose the wired version or the battery-powered model.

Pricing & availability

The Blink Wired Doorbell 2K+ and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ are available for pre-order in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Prices start at $49.99 in the U.S., though regional pricing and availability may vary through local Amazon websites.

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Amazon, the global e-commerce giant, has acquired Blink — the maker of wireless connected home security camera and doorbell. In a post on its website, Blink has stated that nothing will change for its users and the company will continue to operate and support its products as usual.

The company has not revealed any financial information related to this transaction. The move could help Amazon compete in the fast-growing home security camera market. Currently, it competes against the likes of Nest — a subsidiary of Google parent company Alphabet.

The e-commerce giant recently forayed into the connected home video cameras with the launch of its Cloud Cam. This acquisition of Blink seems to be a step forward for the company to strengthen its position in the home security market.

Making the announcement on its website, Blink said:

If you own one of our systems, nothing changes for now. We’ll continue to operate under the Amazon umbrella selling and supporting the same great products you know and love. It’s Day 1 for us at Amazon, and we’re looking forward to seeing what we can deliver to our customers together.

For Amazon, Blink brings the expertise in building connected, wireless home monitoring and security technology. Blink started its operations in early 2016 through a crowdfunding campaign that raised over $1 million for its totally wireless home monitoring system.

Unlike several other home security systems available in the market, which requires a wired power connection, or the battery-powered cameras which generally have relatively short battery life, Blink’s device operates on two AA batteries and should last for about two years of regular use.

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The company’s offering was well-received by the users. Its crowd-funding campaign was a success, with Blink raising five times the amount it initially targeted.

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