Ring Spotlight Wired Security Camera (Black) $249.00 @ JB Hi-Fi/Officeworks ($224.10 via Bunnings price beat)

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Cscroft on 02/01/2018 - 09:17 jbhifi.com.au (415 clicks)
Last edited 03/01/2018 - 14:38 by 1 other user

Hi guys,

i was just in the market for a security camera for my garage & noticed JB Hi-Fi had the Ring Spotlight on sale for $249.00 which isn't bad considering most places have it for around $329.00. I'm already running the ring video doorbell v1 & am quite happy with it. If you want to shave a bit more off the price you can price beat at Bunnings for $224.10 or Officeworks $236.55 now $249.00.

links:

JB Hi-Fi: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/smart-home/ring/…

Bunnings: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ring-spotlight-cam-wired-black_p…

Officeworks: https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/ring-spotl…

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  vovka on 02/01/2018 - 09:33

  +3

  It's technically a web-camera, not a security camera. It has no means to connect to a permanent recorder, therefore useless when not paired/connected with the phone app.

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    Cscroft on 02/01/2018 - 09:55

    +2

    Ah okay i see what you mean, for the recordings I'm already subscribed to Ring Video recording (Protect) for my doorbell which allows me to add a few more Cameras & store the recordings in the cloud for up to 60 days In which I just download the video files i want to keep, It's a little bit expensive at $15 a month but I think the convenience makes it worth it.

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    SaddenAscentAspirin on 02/01/2018 - 10:49

    +2

    If you pay for the 'premium' plan, all recordings are saved in the cloud. It's not without it's issues, but if you want something simple (and have good upload), these are a good choice.

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      vovka on 02/01/2018 - 18:03

      With fast, good & stable NBN - no problem. Uploading 1080p on ADSL2+ - forget it.

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  Wiser on 02/01/2018 - 09:33

  +2

  Without battery back up it is useless if the power is disconnected/ off.

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    vovka on 02/01/2018 - 09:49

    IR will drain your battery in no time. Also, normal security cameras do not come with battery backups, the NVRs do.

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    Bond on 02/01/2018 - 10:17

    Is there a product like this which has battery back up? (excuse the ignorance….my partner is dragging his feet and I want one installed)

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      Cscroft on 02/01/2018 - 11:14

      +1

      It looks like they sell a version with the battery built-in as well JB & Bunnings have it for $329.00 I was just watching video on it as well I'll link below:

      Bunnings:.https://www.bunnings.com.au/ring-black-spotlight-battery-cam_p0013446

      JB Hi-Fi: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/smart-home/ring/…

      Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_gvqoUOzjo

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      xplainwhy on 02/01/2018 - 11:24

      Note that Ring products need the internet to do its thing (notification, cloud recording, live view etc), so even if the doorbell/camera has battery backup, your router won't be able to function without power.

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        UFO on 02/01/2018 - 12:00

        Getting a backup power source would solve that (like a UPS for a pc), but then for that extra cost why wouldn't you just go for a product that does everything you need. It's a shame Ring limits their products to internet use only (well not entirely, but they crippleware it unless you pay fees to them).

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  allenhori on 02/01/2018 - 09:47

  +7

  Overpriced product.

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    punky on 02/01/2018 - 11:52

    +1

    Agree, if it dropped down to half price around $150, i would think about it.

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  jmkprlls on 02/01/2018 - 10:46

  I've just recently discovered the Ring Floodlight Security Camera. Kogan have them for $299… What other (cheaper & better) alternatives are there?

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  UFO on 02/01/2018 - 11:58

  Ring would be a good product if they didn't force-feed you an extortion in monthly fees for their products.
  Overpriced for what they are.