Aqara Smart Doorbell G4 In Depth Guide
Wide Compatibility, including Apple HomeKit Secure Video
Aqara G4 Doorbell is the world’s first battery-based HomeKit Secure Video doorbell*. Security with HomeKit Secure Video. Video analysis and notifications happen on your Apple devices, such as iPad, Phone, Apple TV. Everything is encrypted before it’s stored in Apple’s iCloud. Besides, it can integrate audio and video with Google and Alexa.
* To control this HomeKit-enabled accessory, the latest version of IOS or iPadOS is recommended. HomeKit Secure Video requires a supported iCloud+ plan and a HomePod mini, HomePod, Apple TV, or iPad set up as a home hub. It is recommended that you update to the latest software and operating system.
Local AI Face Recognition
Aqara G4 built-in local face algorithm is the biggest advantage of the Aqara doorbell. It can help people quickly know the identity of the person outside the door by remarking the name of the specified face and push notification via the app, or set different automations* based on the specific person. Even if the network is disconnected sometimes, the recognition function will not be affected.
* To achieve the automation, and link with other smart devices, you need to purchase an additional Aqara Hub.
On-demand Video and Two-Way Talk
Answer the outdoors from anywhere. Or see and talk live from your smartphone, whether you are at home or on the other side of the world, it seems you are alway at home.When a visitor comes, the APP pushes a reminder, and you can check the situation outside the door by video at any time, have a conversation or check.Thanks to the 162° super wide-angle field of view +1080p HD Video + full glass (4 Glass) lens of the Aqara G4, it can display video more clearly and stably. What’s more? G4 is suitable for outdoor use, thanks to the higher ambient temperature (cold/hot) stability and the IPX3 waterproof level.
*The Video Doorbell G4 is recommended to be installed on a porch or in other shaded areas.
Free Cloud and Local Storage
Aqara G4 knows how to save money for you, but still provides a good storage experience– 7 days of free cloud storage, which is equivalent to saving for you up to $60 per year on subscription fees. And the indoor chime of G4 provides the local MicroSD card (not included, capacity up to 512 GB) storage option, which is safer and more convenient. In the future, we also plan to launch NAS storage to provide more options for our users.
* iCloud or other supported third-party cloud storage is not included, and should be controlled separately via the respective app.
Battery and Wired 2-in-1
If you want long-term power supply, choose wired power supply. If the door is not suitable for wired power installation, choose battery power supply. Also, you can wire the G4 to a transformer, and the batteries will only be used in case of power outage! And its 6-battery pack lets it be used for up to 4 months*. In addition to being powered by detachable AA batteries, the G4 doorbell can also be powered by an external power supply of 12-24V AC or DC, which can meet the installation requirements of most users.
* The calculation assumes 35 device wake-ups and 6-second event video recording a day.
Chime-Repeater Included
The Aqara Doorbell G4 comes with an indoor WIFI chime. Throw away your phone at home, or let the indoor chime serve you in your home, which is up to 95 dB. Ensure that your network is stable, and you can continue to work even if the network is suddenly disconnected. Also it supports MicroSD card storage (not included) of up to 512GB to store doorbell video in Chime indoor, which cannot be stolen easily.
Voice Changing Option
The Aqara Doorbell G4 has a unique voice-changing dialogue technology. It is special in the video doorbell category. Users can change the voice of the intercom audio to uncle voice, robot voice, and clown voice, which can better protect the user’s privacy and identity.
Support Do Not Disturb Mode
Users can customize the ringing period and ringing volume of the doorbell. When the Do Not Disturb mode is turned on, even if someone maliciously rings the bell in the middle of the night, users still can sit back and relax.
Personalized Custom Ringtones
Supports users to upload personalized custom ringtones as the sound of the doorbell, which can be automatically configured to play on the outdoor doorbell or indoor repeater, and realize automatic linkage configuration, such as identifying strangers and broadcasting on the outdoor doorbell “Tom is not at home, please come back tomorrow”.
Various Abnormal State Alarms
When the doorbell is forcibly disassembled, the outdoor ambient temperature is abnormally high/low temperature, the people stay at the door, the battery power is low, etc., the alarm state can be flexibly configured to remind the owner to pay attention to the safety status of the door and the working condition of the equipment.
Set Masking Area
The Aqara G4 privacy protection can be set for up to 3 designated areas in the screen. After setting, the designated areas in the live screen and video screen will be blocked, which can protect the privacy of neighbors.This function is fully considered for users living in apartment buildings.
