Ring Intercom by Amazon | Upgrade Your Intercom to a Smart System with Remote Unlock, Two-Way Talk, Guest Access | Easy to install | Works with Alexa

after looking at various online unboxing etc, I decided to grab one that is currently (as on 29/08/2024) £59.99 (40% off).I noticed unlike the online unboxing videos, I notice there's no longer three cables, and instead just one.it is however a flat ribbon cable (this doesn't bother me, but for those that it does bother, it might be worth getting some small flat trunking to clean it up a bit)installation is simple enough, the cables are coloured and labelled (c-1,c-2,c-3 etc) and as long as you have triple checked your model number of intercom, it's as simple as loosening the terminals and inserting the already prepared wire ends. For me I have a Videx system, and the 3011 handset came in three types on the app. as a 4-wire, 5-wire, and smart. no label on my handset told me what version it was but after looking and counting, I had 5 wires. the instructions for the 5-wire and smart versions were exactly the same so I went for it.Once done, everything works as it should, the intercom at the front door, operates the same as it did before, the handset inside operates as it did before, the bonus now is, your mobile goes off and allows you to talk/unlock.there is another use for these... there has been times when both myself and my partner have shot out the door to empty the bin and forgot the key. Even if either of us is away, I can remotely unlock the lobby door.device sticks to the wall well with no issues.some users here have reported the device throwing 'errors'. this might actually not be down to the device itself. I have noticed, it will throw an error if the door is presently in the process of unlocking (from another flat).For me though, it will solve my issue of various delivery people not delivering parcels.I will fit a sticker on my front door along with a 'ring logo' on my number on the intercom faceplate (I have permission to do so) gone will be the days where they use trades button, knock my front door, I don't hear it or not in and they wander off with parcel in hand saying I wasn't in. the sticker will instruct them to press my intercom. which will activate ring.all in all a good product and worth the money if you can get it with 40% off.

This is very possibly the most useful thing I have ever bought. I recently moved into a block of 3 apartments, there is an intercom entry system but no means for delivery couriers to gain access to the communal hallway unless I am home; which is rarely! The ring intercom alerts me when someone rings the doorbel, allows me to speak to them, and if need be - unlock the door. I can do this from my phone from anywhere in the world as long as I have a mobile data signal.Delivery (to my local hub - (for the very last time) was same day. Fitting it could not have been easier. Unpack the box and pop the battery on to charge. Whilst waiting for that, download the ring app and follow the idiot proof instructions. Yes, ok, it involves doing a bit of wiring; if you are able to wire a 3 pin plug you will have no difficulty doing this. Like I say, the app gives you step by step easy to follow instructions. Everything you need is in the box, including screwdrivers. Within 30 minutes the thing was on my wall and fully functional. Easy peasy.Before you buy one, check that your door entry system is compatible. The system on my block must be 25 years old and not a brand that I had previously heard of - but it was on the list and about 7 different models were all listed!No one will ever call at my place and find me 'not at home'.

Being disabled I've long wanted to find a way to answer the building intercom and trigger the lock without having to get to the Entryphone. Changing the system was not an option as I'm in a block so when this released I jumped on the pre-order. It arrived today and took me about 20 minutes to install having already charged a spare battery. I'll review in partsHardware. Simple unit with no exposed buttons, I liked that it had a peal and stick option but I used screws to mount. I comes with the main unit, a single battery, mini-usb charging cable, three cables sets (more on these later) and a screw driver. It is all nicely built. Personally I would prefer to just use AA batteries but with the intro package bundled with a spare battery I should always have one ready to go. Once this is installed you have very little integration with the hardware unless you are changing the battery. It all feels rather good quality. Until I pointed it out neither my wife nor kids noticed the edition despite using the intercom which I consider a win.Installation. Only took me about 15 minutes if that, 20 minutes for the complete set-up. You will need to attach cables into the screw blocks on your existing intercom. The unit ships with three different cables, only one of which you will need. The installation guild will ask your make/model of intercom. I knew the make but guessed the model when ordering. Once I opened the intercom the model number was printed on the PCB as the app guild said it would be. The cables are very clearly marked and the instructions had the exact same markings as terminals inside my Entryphone. Everything worked first time no issues and I installed on release day so 10/10Ring App, This is the only down side for me. This is my first Ring device and I do not like the app. The home screen fills the top slot advertising other ring devices and the screen is very messy seeing I only have a single device. Answering and speaking works well, About a 2 second delay from the buzzer being pressed which I think is expectable. Unlocking the door in not so good. You need to hold down the unlock button for about 5 seconds, this then opens a new overlay which you have to then again click unlock on. The whole process takes about 10+ seconds before the activates. Does not seem like a lot but your visitor will be trying the door long before its unlocked and you will have to tell them to try again when it finally activates. Really need to get rid of the second screen which is a repeat of the first and the need to hold the unlock for 3 seconds before it will move forward. Again it is day one so I hope this will improve with feedback. I will be using Alexa which seems fasterAll told I'm very happy to have a solution to 50 year hardware in my building