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The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Panicked Ring users told total strangers ‘logged in' to their doorbells and cameras in major bungle
RING users have experienced unauthorised devices logging into their doorbells in a major bug. Panicked customers have reported unusual activity as devices from various locations around the globe tried to log into their accounts. 1 On May 28, a surge of suspicious login attempts have sparked fears amongst Ring doorbell owners that their accounts had been hacked. Some users claim to have seen live view activity when no one in the household had used the app. Others said they did not receive multi-factor authentication prompts or security alerts when they added new devices. Ring's response Ring has denied any hacking speculations and cited a backend update bug as the reason for the mishap. The company said: "We are aware of an issue where information is displaying inaccurately in Control Center. "This is the result of a backend update, and we're working to resolve this. "We have no reason to believe this is the result of unauthorized access to customer accounts." Ring's claim is backed by the fact that all false login entries were made on the same date. Hacking rumours However, customers believe it was a global hacking attack as their Authorised Client Devices list contained strange IP addresses, unknown devices, and countries they have never been to. One customer wrote on X: "Absolute bollocks with your 'bug' I don't even know Derbhille or is she anyway associated with our ring camera or family? "Just admit you've been hacked and yous are gonna amend this." Ring's flying 'spy drone' that monitors your home in the AIR 'coming 2026' – it stalks burglars & even recharges itself Another one added: "I find it interesting that it's just a 'bug' yet one of my several unknown logins from that date was a log in from Spain… "I'm in Texas so doesn't seem like just a bug or log ins on prior devices because I can assure you I have never been to Spain." Hacking rumours have been fuelled by the fact that a backend update should be simple to undo. However, three days later, users continue to receive logins from unfamiliar devices. Ring users should go to Control Center > Authorized Client Devices to check and remove any unrecognised devices. Ring's 'spy drone' launching soon Ring's flying home drone could be launching soon after several years of teasing, according to reports. The Always Home Cam was first announced in 2020 and was slated to hit shelves in 2021 - but it never landed. The gadget is the brainchild of recently returned Ring CEO Jamie Siminoff, who has been testing the indoor flying camera in his office, according to Business Insider. Siminoff may be launching the device soon in "limited quantities", according to sources. Despite a 2021 launch that never really arrived, Ring showed off the flying security cam at CES in 2023. The drone flies automatically around the home, with some obstacle avoidance technology so that it doesn't crash into ceiling light or precious vase. Once it has scouted the perimeter, it flies back into its compact cradle when it recharges. Ring, owned by Amazon, touts the gadget as a way for privacy-hawkish homeowners to be "in two places at once".
The Sun
27-06-2025
- The Sun
Brainy Ring doorbell settings you MUST change before ever leaving home – including trick to make gadget a ‘robot butler'
RING doorbell owners need to check at least six settings before heading off on their summer hols. The Amazon -owned gadget giant told The Sun the exact tweaks to make – and one turns your doorbell into a "robot butler" that speaks to guests for you. 8 8 Video doorbells are great for seeing who's at the door. But they can do so much more, including serving up peace of mind when you're away for a week in Spain – or popping down to Cornwall for the weekend. A Ring spokesperson told The Sun that the gadget could "help you keep an eye on your home" while you're away – and shared six settings worth changing. RING DOORBELL SETTING #1 – MOTION ZONES The first recommendation is setting up Motion Zones. You can find them in the Motion Settings part of your Ring app. And they let you physically draw on your camera's view to highlight exactly where you want the motion sensors to pick up movement. So you can have your Ring doorbell detecting only on your driveway – but not the road. That way, you won't get alerts for passing cars or people, but just notifications for someone actually turning up in your front garden. A Ring spokesperson told us that this is one of the easiest ways to "reduce unwanted alerts". RING DOORBELL SETTING #2 – BETTER ALERTS Next up, make sure that you've got Rich Notifications turned on. Warning to criminals as new Ring doorbell AI feature makes it even easier to catch you You can find that in the Notification Settings section of your Ring app. It's meant to show you a glimpse of what's going on at your door. That way you don't even need to open the Ring app to see who's there. "These snapshot images appear with your alerts, giving you a quick preview of what triggered the notification," the Ring spokesperson told The Sun. 8 8 "Perfect for checking in without needing to open the app every time." RING DOORBELL SETTING #3 – QUICK REPLIES One of the best Ring video doorbell tricks is Quick Replies. This effectively turns your doorbell into a kind of robot butler that answers the door for you. You'll be able to access it in the Smart Responses part of your Ring app. 8 Ring said: "Don't want to answer your door while you're lounging poolside? "Choose from preset messages like 'We can't answer the door right now, but if you'd like to leave a message, you can do it now.' "It's like an out-of-office message for your front door." That way you don't have to pick up your phone to do a two-way chat with the person at your door. Let the Ring robot handle it for you. RING DOORBELL SETTING #4 – GEOFENCING Geofencing is a way to have your Ring doorbell change its own settings based on where you are. It'll work using your phone's location settings. That way, the Ring doorbell will know when you're at home – or when you're away. "Before you leave, configure a Geofence under 'Location Settings'," the Ring spokesperson told The Sun. 8 "This feature can remind you to set your Ring Mode to 'Away' as you head out, so your system is ready to monitor while you're gone. "When you return, it can automatically snooze alerts as you arrive home - no need to fumble with settings at the door." RING DOORBELL SETTING #5 – PRIVACY ZONES Fifth on the list is privacy zones, which is meant to stop your camera from picking up things you don't want it to see. This is handy if you have people minding your home for you – and you can see through your own windows, if your front door is set back. 8 You can set up a privacy zone to block out your own window so it can't see inside. Of course, this is also handy even when you're at home. But it's also generally useful to avoid accidentally spying on your neighbours. "If your doorbell's view includes neighbouring homes or other areas you'd rather not record, head to 'Privacy Settings' and set up Privacy Zones," Ring told us. "These areas will be blacked out in Live View and recordings, giving you peace of mind and respecting your neighbours' privacy while you're away." RING DOORBELL SETTING #6 – SNAPSHOT CAPTURE Lastly, consider turning on a feature called Snapshot Capture. You'll be able to find that in the Device Settings section of your Ring app. It'll take photos at set intervals throughout the day. 8 And they'll be added to your event timeline. That way, you can see what has happened (and importantly, if anything has changed) in between motion events. Then you'll be able to see what's going on even when specific moments of motion haven't been recorded.
Gizmodo
06-06-2025
- Gizmodo
This 2-Pack of Discounted Ring Doorbells Offers 50% Savings Compared to Buying One, Limited Stock Left
See what's going on outside your door even when you're out or in another room. When someone comes to the door, you don't want to stop what you're doing to get up off the couch, run over, and see who's there. And why should you, when you have so many ways to see what's going on outside without having to move? Barring laziness, there are other reasons to skip out on checking who's at the door, too. We live in a dangerous world. You don't want to poke your head outside unless you have to. And thanks to doorbell security cameras, you can avoid all that. Today's your lucky day if you've been looking for a reason to buy one, as you can get two for a fantastic price. See at Amazon Check out Amazon right now to find the Ring Battery Doorbell 2-Pack for $110, down from its usual price of $170. That's $60 off and a discount of 35%. Reliable security cameras to help you breathe easier This Rig Battery Doorbell is designed to be super easy to set up, which makes it a great choice even for renters or anyone who wants a hassle-free installation. You don't need to deal with wiring. Just mount it and charge it periodically with the included USB-C cable. It's a simple setup that offers real peace of mind and you can even use it at an apartment since it doesn't need to be plugged up to anything and can be moved at any time. It has a pretty wide field of view: 150 degrees both horizontally and vertically. That means you'll be able to see your whole porch, top to bottom, so packages on the ground and faces at the door are equally visible. The video comes through in crisp 1080p HD, and it even includes color night vision, so you're not left in the dark after sunset. You also get handy features through the Ring app. Custom motion zones, real-time alerts, and two-way audio make it easy to stay connected no matter where you are. If you're busy or away, the Quick Replies feature lets you send preset responses to visitors. And if you already use Alexa, this doorbell integrates smoothly into your smart home setup. While a Ring Protect subscription unlocks things like cloud recording and person detection, you don't need it to make use of the core features. Even out of the box, this doorbell provides a lot of value. At just $110 for two cameras, this is a smart, affordable upgrade to your home's front line of defense. And a good reason to stay seated when someone comes knocking. See at Amazon
