Ring states that it is eliminating its Request for Assistance (RFA) tool from its Neighbors App, and going forward, police, and other government agencies will have to file formal legal requests to obtain video captured by Amazon Ring products.
The Connectivity Standards Alliance, which includes Apple, Google and Amazon, was set to roll out the interoperabiity protocal this fall.
A recent Senate judiciary subcommittee anti-trust hearing also tackled concerns related to privacy/data-sharing, interoperability and patent infringement, among other subjects.
According to the suit, ADT’s main issue with Amazon’s Ring adopting a similar design to its blue octagon is brand recognition.
Amazon’s security monitoring gives customers hands-free access to an emergency helpline, smart alerts about activity and other potential emergencies, as well as new features to deter potential intruders.
The potential fire hazard impacts around 350,000 second generation Ring doorbells sold in the U.S. and roughly 8,700 more sold in Canada.
Three industry insiders provide their takes on the implications for the security marketplace and what it means for various competitors.
Amazon will allow its software to be used by organizations that help rescue human trafficking victims and reunite missing children with their families.
The collaboration aims to help ensure the security of package delivery for buildings that rely on SALTO electronic locks.
This session will help integrators better understand the needs and market demands of their retail customers.
This next installment of the SSI Industry Hall of Fame Webcast Series features Jim Henry, executive vice president of corporate development for Securitas Electronic Security.
