Ring is a staple in the smart home security world, but it's also notoriously not among the most affordable. The new Ring Outdoor Cam Plus option for entry-level and seasoned users may change that.

New outdoor camera

Ring just announced the new outdoor camera, which is now available for pre-order and will begin shipping on March 26. The camera supports 2K resolution and boasts "brilliant image quality, even in low-light conditions."

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"Outdoor Cam Plus delivers brilliant image quality with 2K video resolution, a wide field of view, and Low-Light Sight technology," said Elaine Smith, director of product at Ring. "Ring's Low-Light Sight technology uses advanced image processing techniques to show a clear, colorful view even in near-dark conditions. Whether it's a dimly lit front yard or business park, Outdoor Cam Plus can capture any moment with clarity and sharpness through the illumination of only a street light or other ambient light."

The best part

The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus ispriced atonly$100, a stark contrast to the only existing 2K cameras, theRing Spotlight Cam Pro priced at$230 and theRing Floodlight Cam Pro priced at $250.

Ring calls the Outdoor Cam Plus' resolution the company's best image quality yet. The camera is built with a high-quality lens and premium imaging sensors and uses Ring's Low-Light Sight technology to render clear views in almost pitch-black conditions. I tested the feature on theRing Battery Doorbell Pro and was very pleased with the low-light image quality, surpassing my existing cameras' color night vision.

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Aside from real-time notifications, the camera supports Live View and Two-Way Talk without a subscription. A Ring Home monthly membership lets you receive people, package, and vehicle alerts and access up to six months of video recording.

The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus can be used indoors and outdoors and has battery, plug-in, and solar power options.

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