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This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door

DIY home security company SimpliSafe is bringing its AI-powered proactive security feature to the front door. The new SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 launches today for $199.99 and works with the company's Active Guard Outdoor Protection (starting at $49.99 a month). This combines AI analysis with live agents to detect potential threats and respond proactively. […]

This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door
Primary source theverge.com ↗

Published September 15, 2026 · Category: AI Briefing

Overview

The new SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 adds 2K resolution and dual band Wi-Fi. | Image: Simplisafe

DIY home security company SimpliSafe is bringing its AI-powered proactive security feature to the front door. The new SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 launches today for $199.99 and works with the company's Active Guard Outdoor Protection (starting at $49.99 a month). This combines AI analysis with live agents to detect potential threats and respond proactively.

When the camera detects suspicious activity - using a combination of on-device AI, cloud-based computer vision, and facial recognition - a SimpliSafe monitoring agent can drop in on the camera to "see, speak to, and attempt to deter potential intruders and package thieves," accord …

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