Introducing Wyze Duo Cam Doorbell - Released 10/21/2024

In my previous post :point_up: I linked to a FAQ in the Help Center that indicates existing household doorbell wiring can be used to power the chime and allow the chime to ring the home’s existing mechanical chime. The unboxing video illustrates this latter point, which I really like.

For what it’s worth, another Help Center article indicates that this model has the same power requirements as Video Doorbell v2, so I’m glad to see that, as well.

If by “all those wiring mods” you’re referring to the Chime Controller that is included with Video Doorbell v2, then I’d again refer you to my previous post, which indicates that the Chime Controller isn’t (yet) available as a separate accessory, so if you have a Video Doorbell v2, you’d continue to use that model’s Chime Controller with the new Duo Cam Doorbell. I hope they’ll release the Chime Controller as a separate accessory at some point, though.

:crossed_fingers:

I also had to modify my Video Doorbell v2 mount to angle downward and show packages (again, I linked to this in my previous post), so this second camera idea really appeals to me.

Other things I like (from reading about this and watching the unboxing video):

  • Moving the microSD card slot location to the inside/back of the unit for better protection is a plus, as is requiring some kind of tool (I imagine a paperclip or something similar would do in a pinch) to remove the camera unit from the mount. These features seem like big improvements for security.
  • The recording review timeline UI looks pretty slick.

Questions:

  1. The unboxing video notes that this has “compatibility with your favorite smart assistant”, and the product page indicates integrations with Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT, so will Google Home natively detect a doorbell button press with this model and allow Google Nest (Home) devices (smart speakers, smart displays) to be used for announcements without a bridge/workaround like many of us do using Wyze Plug with Video Doorbell v2? If so, is the button press exposed to Google Home as an available Starter for Household Routines?
  2. The unboxing video indicates that it’s launching in two colors, but I see only the black on the product page at this time, so when will the silver version be available?
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