3 Ways Video Doorbells Have Transformed Residential Security
3 Ways Video Doorbells Have Transformed Residential Security
In the aftermath of the pandemic, the importance of reliable and efficient residential security measures became crystal clear. For the first time in decades, property crime rates rose, with burglaries, larcenies and motor vehicle theft all increasing dramatically between 2021 and 2023, according to the Council on Criminal Justice. As video doorbells had been introduced just a few years before, it came to represent the ideal solution to a seemingly universal problem.
By the end of 2020, nearly 8 million video doorbells had been sold worldwide with sales predicted to rise by 27% the following year. Today, the video doorbell market is worth nearly USD 2 billion and is projected to reach USD 10 billion within the next decade.
The Appeal of Video Doorbells
The draw to video doorbells is simple. Not only do they allow homeowners to monitor and interact with visitors at their doorsteps from anywhere in the world, but many also enable users to leverage the latest AI-enabled algorithms to perform everything from object detection and facial recognition to audio analytics and alarm verification, in real time. Though small in size, the advanced technologies contained within video doorbells have revolutionized the way we think about home protection.
Now that we have the benefit of hindsight, let’s examine three ways video doorbell technology has transformed residential security.
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Intelligent and Accessible Security Solutions
For years, the best way to protect your front door involved a peephole and a deadbolt. Today, just about anybody can access, install and activate the most advanced physical security technology available to keep their people and property safe from threats of every shape and size.
With internet of things (IoT) devices, artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, remote video management (RVM) software and Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) solutions on the rise, video doorbells bring together some of the smartest technology on the market, offering homeowners safety, convenience and peace of mind. Because they are purpose-built for residential and commercial settings, however, they also package these technologies in a single, easy-to-use and reliable device. -
Advanced Alarm Verification
Especially with the recent introduction AVS-01—an alarm verification scoring standard that provides consistent criteria to help emergency services prioritize incidents—video doorbells offer home security system monitoring agents the information necessary to review alarm events and assign that alarm a level. As more details become available, the same agent can escalate or deescalate that alarm level, keeping officers informed in real time.
With video doorbells surveilling the doorways of residential homes and entryways of commercial businesses, monitoring agents and law enforcement officials can not only prioritize confirmed threats over potential threats but also reduce false alarms, improve police response times and help home- and business owners avoid fines and unnecessary callouts. -
Flexible Cloud-based Platform
As many video doorbells are configurable with cloud-based video management systems (VMS), they enable users to store and access video footage in the cloud, access alerts remotely and sync data directly to remote NVRs without subscription fees. With the added ability to interface with mobile platforms, users can communicate with guests in real time from anywhere in the world.
Looking Forward
The video doorbell industry has undergone remarkable evolution, transforming from a simple security gadget to an essential component of modern smart homes and businesses. With cutting-edge advancements in AI, IoT and remote video management, these devices have reshaped how we think about doorway security—offering not only protection but also an unparalleled level of convenience and connectivity.
Looking forward, the key to staying ahead will be the continued innovation and collaboration between security professionals, manufacturers and service providers. With companies like Speco Technologies leading the charge, the next generation of video doorbells promises to be more powerful, more intelligent and more integrated than ever before, further solidifying their role in the future of doorway security.
