At CES 2019, Netamo has announced the Smart Video Doorbell which from what we gather, makes it the first doorbell compatible with Apple’s HomeKit platform. As its name implies, this is a doorbell system that comes with a built-in camera that will allow users to see who is at the door using their smartphone.
This means that even if you’re not at home and someone is here to make a delivery, when the doorbell is rung, users will receive a video call on their devices where they’ll be able to see the person at the door. They can also choose to speak to that person, so you could tell the delivery person to leave the package at the door, chase salespeople away, and so on.
According to Netamo, installation is said to be easy and can be done without necessarily requiring professional help. It will require that you own a wired doorbell system to begin with. The company has not mentioned how much their doorbell system will cost, but it is expected to be made available for purchase in the second half of 2019.