Ring has partnered with Kidde, a leading fire safety brand, to introduce new smart smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms that integrate seamlessly with the Ring app. These devices aim to enhance home safety by providing real-time alerts and optional professional monitoring services.
Product Details:
- Models and Pricing:
- Kidde Smart Smoke Alarm with Ring: Priced at $54.97.
- Kidde Smart Smoke and CO Alarm with Ring: Priced at $74.97.
- Availability: Both models are scheduled for release in April 2025, initially available exclusively at The Home Depot stores and online at HomeDepot.com, with plans to expand to additional retailers later in the year. Kidde
Key Features:
- Real-Time Notifications: These alarms connect directly to your home’s Wi-Fi and send instant alerts to your smartphone via the Ring app in case of smoke or CO detection.
- Whole-Home Connectivity: When integrated with existing Kidde hardwired interconnected alarms, activating one alarm triggers all connected alarms and sends a unified alert to your phone, ensuring comprehensive home coverage.
- Optional Professional Monitoring: For an additional $5 per month, users can subscribe to Ring’s 24/7 Smoke and CO Monitoring service. This service connects to trained agents who can request emergency assistance on your behalf if an alarm is triggered.
- Voice Integration: Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, allowing users to check alarm status and receive notifications through voice commands.
Installation and Setup:
These alarms are designed for straightforward installation, connecting to your home’s 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network without the need for additional hubs. A scannable QR code on the device facilitates easy setup through the Ring app.
By combining Kidde’s expertise in fire safety with Ring’s smart home technology, these new alarms offer an integrated approach to home protection, ensuring users are promptly informed and can take necessary actions during emergencies.
