Amazon’s New Alexa+ Feature Adds Conversational AI To Ring Doorbells
Alexa+ adds conversational AI to Ring doorbells, letting Amazon handle deliveries, visitors, and sales reps automatically.
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Amazon’s New Alexa+ Feature Adds Conversational AI To Ring Doorbells
Amazon is pushing Alexa deeper into the front yard. With a new Alexa+ feature called Greetings , Ring doorbells can now hold simple conversations with people at your door, even when you’re not home. The update answers a common question many smart-home users ask: can Alexa manage deliveries, deter salespeople, and greet visitors automatically? Amazon says yes. Using conversational AI and video understanding, Alexa+ can identify what a visitor appears to be doing and respond based on your preferences. The goal is convenience, fewer interruptions, and more control over doorstep interactions. At the same time, the feature raises familiar questions around accuracy and privacy. Still, Amazon sees Greetings as a major step forward for AI-powered home security. Credit: Amazon Alexa+ Brings Conversational AI to Ring Doorbells The Alexa+ Greetings feature turns Ring doorbells into active participants rather than passive cameras. Instead of simply recording video or alerting you to motion, the doorb…