Recent issues with the Ring ecosystem due to AWS downtime proved that security shouldn't be taken lightly. When planning a home security system, it's better to choose a system that can work offline and doesn't rely on Wi-Fi.
In my case, I set up home surveillance with Ubiquty devices, which have no subscription fees, can work 100% offline, and are connected via an ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi. So yesterday, when my friend visited me and asked, "Did you have an issue with your Ring doorbell?" I didn't know what he was talking about because my doorbell is not Ring and doesn't require an internet connection to work correctly.
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This type of conversation usually brings up the other important aspect of home security/surveillance, which is the price of the setup. Yes, the offline option usually costs more in a one-time purchase, while with a subscription service, you pay less upfront but (probably) more over the long term. However, as with recent issues with Ring show, it's better to save a bit more money for a more reliable setup and be confident it will work as expected.
I welcome you to discuss this topic with me in the LinkedIn comments.
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