Reolink secures doors sans-subscription. The next time you press a smart doorbell, you might want to think "how much is that costing its owner?" With the latest Reolink take on the category, the answer is not much at all. It's difficult to go past smart home security as a way to make you house feel a little safer. While no security system can truly guarantee that your home will remain safe, keeping tabs on your home using a camera can make all the difference for peace of mind. The problem with home security often comes to "how much you want to spend" and then "how many cameras do you need". Often the answers to each are connected, because the more cameras you have, the more you not only need to spend on each model, but the more you might need to pay for an ongoing subscription cost. Subscriptions to security services are often part and parcel of the experience, but they don't have to be. Pickr Atmos Sound Test is beginning to see offerings that pull back on the subscription and focus on the hardware offering, and one such is looking to make a dent on doors with a newly updated doorbell. Reolink, which previously launched a floodlight sans-subscription services is now updating its video doorbell with much the same, ands also a focus on battery life. The Reolink Video Doorbell 2nd-gen is largely what you'd expect from a product with its name: a doorbell with a video camera built into the design, like so many other doorbells before it. Inside, there's a 4 megapixel camera with a 1:1 square view, covering head-to-toe of anyone who comes a-knocking, including packages complete with on-device AI for people, packages, animals, and vehicles. The battery life could be the key feature worth thinking about, with a Qualcomm WiFi processor able to max out the battery life to roughly 10 months when using it as a battery-based doorbell. Alternatively, if you know a sparky, you can plug the Video Doorbell 2nd-gen into a hard wired solution, which will keep the battery topped up. Even if the power goes out, the battery will keep the doorbell working, recording to a microSD card, supporting up to 512GB locally, and away from cloud subscriptions. A lack of extra services is a key part of what Reolink offers in its security cameras, and the Video Doorbell 2nd-gen keeps that going, maintaining support with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, but skipping the online cloud services, and simply letting you get your data stored locally using your own memory. "With the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen, we wanted homeowners and renters to have more flexibility without compromising on performance," said Nick Nigro, Vice President of Sales at Reolink in Australia. "This flexibility is particularly relevant in the Australian market, where doorstep theft has become a genuine concern for many households, and simply knowing who's at the door goes a long way toward peace of mind," he said. Reolink's 2nd-gen Video Doorbell is available now, found at the company's own online store and Amazon for $229.99.

Reolink has launched the Video Doorbell 2nd Gen, featuring Qualcomm's QCC730 micro-power Wi-Fi solution that delivers up to 50% longer battery life than standard Wi-Fi cameras. The doorbell is priced at $149.99. The device offers a 4MP square aspect ratio with 150° horizontal and vertical field of view, capturing visitors from head to toe. It includes on-device AI detection for people, vehicles, animals and packages, requiring no subscription. The doorbell supports two operating modes: Battery Power Mode allows wire-free installation or connection to 8–24VAC wiring, whilst Optional Wired Power Mode (16–24VAC) enables 24/7 continuous recording and pre-recording. Battery life reaches up to 10 months on a single charge based on five minutes of daily recording. The device is compatible with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and other smart home platforms. It supports local storage via microSD card up to 512GB.

Reolink launches OMVI triple-lens security cameras and Power-Efficient Wi-Fi series in Australia. Local storage surveillance camera giant, Reolink, today announced the formal launch of the OMVI Series; a groundbreaking triple-lens lineup of cameras combining upper dual-lens with lower Pan-Tilt (PT) lens and its Power-Efficient Series, incorporating Wi-Fi connectivity from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a global leader in wireless technology. Disclosure: Kevin was a guest of Reolink at the press launch event on 28 May 2026 in Sydney, with the Vivid Sydney backdrop behind us. Thank you for the amazing night team! OMVI Series delivers 360° coverage with intelligent AI tracking. At the core of the OMVI Series is a dual-lens panoramic camera paired with a pan-tilt tracking lens. With SyncTrack, the pan-tilt lens automatically locks onto moving objects detected by the panoramic camera, enabling smooth, continuous tracking. The Auto-Framing function further enhances this capability by dynamically zooming in, centering the object, and maintaining focus until it exits the scene. Users can view both the panoramic overview and close-up tracking footage simultaneously via the Reolink App or desktop Powered by ReoNeura AI, the series also supports Local AI Video Search for fast, intuitive clip retrieval, along with accurate on-device detection that reduces false alerts. The OMVI series also supports local storage including up to 512GB microSD cards and Reolink NVRs. All features operate without subscription or monthly fees. The OMVI 3i WiFi and OMVI 3i PoE bring advanced multi-lens surveillance to a wide range of audiences. Both models feature an 18MP triple-lens system, combining a 10MP dual-lens panoramic camera with an 8MP pan-tilt lens to deliver full 360° monitoring. With both WiFi and PoE connectivity options, the OMVI 3i offers flexible installation for a variety of home and business environments, making it an ideal balance of performance, accessibility, and ease of use. The flagship OMVI X16 PoE - recognised as a CES 2026 Innovation Award Honoree and recently awarded the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 - pushes performance even further. Its 24MP triple-lens system combines a 16MP dual-lens panoramic camera with an 4K/8MP pan-tilt lens featuring 16x optical zoom, maintaining true 4K clarity for far-away details while zooming in. Its precision-engineered triple-motor structure supports 360° endless horizontal panning and 95° vertical rotation, delivering unmatched coverage and tracking performance for large-scale or high-security scenarios. Reolink expands battery-powered security with the Power-Efficient Series. Reolink developed the Power-Efficient Series, featuring battery-powered doorbells and cameras designed for compact, user-friendly installation and cost-effective operation. Incorporating the Qualcomm QCC730 Micro-Power Wi-Fi solution, devices in this Power-Efficient Series offer up to 96% longer battery life than the industry standard, delivering reliable security for a wide range of home environments while minimising energy consumption. Leading the series are two standout models: the compact and versatile Argus MagiCam and the updated Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). The Argus MagiCam is a 100% wire-free, portable, cube-shaped, 2MP battery-powered camera designed for maximum flexibility. Its magnetic mounting system enables effortless installation and repositioning, while on-device human detection ensures accurate alerts. Combined with advanced power management, it delivers up to 9 months of battery life. The Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) enhances front-door security with a 4MP head-to-toe 1:1 view and on-device smart detection for people, vehicles, animals, and packages, providing reliable, real-time awareness. Its flexible power options - rechargeable battery (up to 10 months battery life) or wired connection to an existing doorbell system for 24/7 recording - make it adaptable to different home setups. The Power-Efficient Series also includes the Video Doorbell SE, a 3MP WiFi doorbell with a 4:3 aspect ratio view, developed for simple, everyday front-door monitoring, as well as the new indoor PT camera E1 Swift, designed to help users keep an eye on their pets and provide peace of mind for parents with babies and children. Availability and australian pricing. The OMVI 3i PoE is available starting today (1 June) with an MSRP of A$429.99. The OMVI 3i WiFi will be available in Australia from June 17 with an MSRP of $439.99 AUD. The flagship OMVI X16 PoE is expected later in Q3 2026. The Power-Efficient Series Argus MagiCam is available now with an MSRP of $99.99 AUD, while the Video Doorbell (2nd Gen), Video Doorbell SE and E1 Swift will be available in Q3 2026.