Ring App For PC Archives

BEFORE YOU INSTALL

Before installing your Ring doorbell, there is a bit of housekeeping to do. If you have scheduled an installation appointment with Colorado PC Pro, you can take care of these items before your appointment to save yourself time and worry.

1. Find your Wi-Fi password and keep it handy.
2. Download the Ring app on your phones or computers.
3. Charge your doorbell by plugging it into a computer.
4. Decide where to install your Ring.

Your Ring will need to be added to your Wi-Fi network in order to function properly. This will occur during the setup process, but having your Wi-Fi password ready will make it much simpler. Since the Ring app is 100 Megabytes in size, it is recommended you install it using your Wi-Fi connection, rather than mobile data. You should install the Ring app on every phone and computer you anticipate using with your new doorbell.

In my experience, the Ring tends to come out of the package with absolutely no battery charge. This means you would have to charge it for a significant amount of time before completing the installation. Save the frustration by charging your Ring as soon as you open the package.

Finally, keep in mind that your doorbell might be in a bad spot to be replaced with a Ring doorbell. You must take into account where you would like the Ring to aim to record video and make sure your home has enough space to install it vertically, rather than horizontally, where your old doorbell was. If your doorbell is in a bad spot, you can simply install your Ring where you really want it, disconnect your doorbell, and buy the optional Ring Chime, which plugs into a wall outlet in your home and acts as your doorbell chime.

When we talk about home security devices. The absolute first thing which comes into our brain is the Ring Doorbell.

We as a whole realize that ring doorbell remains among the biggest selling home security doorbell gadget on the planet.

The ring gives you the ring app which educates you all through the setup procedure and sets up your Doorbell gadget. As of late Ring has propelled the Ring app for windows. This variant of the ring app takes a shot at windows PC stages.

It helps users to set up their ring doorbell devices just like the ring app version available on smartphone app stores does.

This is great news for the Windows computer users that Ring app is now available for Windows platforms. The minimum system configuration requirements to run Ring app for Windows version is that your windows PC should have windows 10 windows version installed on it.

The user can control and manage like toggle the alerts and notifications of the Ring Doorbell from his Windows PC. Users can also remove or add shared accounts and want to live video feed from his PC.

The client can watch and download the recorded recordings which were transferred to the cloud. You can find the steps to download the Ring app for PC below:-

Download Ring App For Windows 10

• Boot up your PC. Interface your PC to a viable and working internet network.
• Open the Microsoft Store on your PC or go to www.microsoft.com from your Windows PC internet browser.
• If Microsoft app asks you to sign-in. Then, sign-in with your Microsoft account. If you don’t have that then create a one for yourself for signing in.
• Have a look at the top right side of the Microsoft store, you will see “search-box” having a symbol of a magnifying glass. Click on that and type the “Ring App for Windows 10” and press the enter button or click on that magnifying glass symbol to proceed forward.
• You will find an app with a blue colour icon having a bell on its logo. There will be a ‘Ring-Always Home’ written under that icon. Click on that.
• On the next window, you will see a rectangular blue icon with “Get” written on its right side. Click on that button to download it.
• At the point when it will download effectively, you will get a warning or you will see the “Launch” instead of the “Get” button.
• Click on ‘Launch’ to start the app.
• Sign-up with the Ring Account if you already have one. If you don’t have any ring account. At that point, you should make another ring for yourself.
• Presently, Sync your Ring Doorbell with the Ring application for the PC version and upgrade the security of your home.
• Presently, Ring App For PC is completely introduced and taking a shot at your Windows 10 PC.

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Install Ring doorbell for Windows

Congratulations, the Ring app for Windows 10 is downloaded successfully. Now sign in with the email and password of your Ring app account to start its setup.

You will similarly Receive alerts and notifications on your Windows 10 computers as you receive notifications and alerts on other platforms. For example Smartphone, tablets, etc.

You can see a collapsible menu on the left side of the app where you can see all options and settings as you see on your smart-phone. You can also set-up a new Ring device on Windows 10.

It provides you with the live video feeds and can do two-way talk with the person through your ring doorbell device.

Prior, The Ring App was accessible for Windows Mobiles and Computer. But as of the 10^th of April 2018, The Ring App For windows phones is no longer functional. The Ring app for PC and tablets will be accessible.

Before downloading the Ring application for the PC, you should know its base framework necessities to run the application. You must have Windows 10 version 16299.0 or higher with Architecture x64, x86.

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How To Download Ring App For Windows 7 PC?

First, We want to tell you that Windows 7 PC does not support the Ring Application. You can not actually install the ring application on windows 7 PC.

But, it allows you to sign into the ring or Amazon Account and watch out the video recordings your ring doorbell captures.  \

On your Windows 7 PC, you can not receive the live notification, alerts from your Ring Doorbell device.

You can not install Ring App and use it on Windows 7 PC because windows 7 architecture and version is not compatible with the recent and latest applications.

We all know that Windows 7 PC does not meet the system requirements which ring application demands. But If you really want to download Ring App For Windows 7 and run it.

Then, You have to download an Android Emulator on your Windows 7 PC like BlueStaks, Remix OS, MEmu, NoxPlayer, Windroy, etc. These emulators will allow you to download and run android applications on your Windows 7 PC. You can download BlueStacks and other applications from the Microsoft store.

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When you have download an Android Emulator. Then you will need to download Ring app from the Google Play Store. Once it’s downloaded, Then you have to Run the Ring app on your Windows 7 PC and sync your Ring Doorbell device to it.

Now you can do, control and manage ring doorbell related things with the help of Ring app installed on your Windows 7 PC. You can use the Ring App on Windows 7 PC as you use it on other platforms like on smartphones and tablets etc.

Ring Application is the master application that helps you to set up your Ring Doorbell device. We have mentioned above that it is available to be installed on the Windows platform too. For e.g Windows 10 PC.

Microsoft store available at Windows 10 PC gives you the opportunity to download Ring Application and installed it on your Windows 10 PC. Whereas Windows 10 is the only windows version that fulfils the system requirements ring application asks for.

Windows 7 is not compatible with the Ring App at all. But a few additional applications of help can help you running the ring app on PC.

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Ring installation in windows

If you want to install Ring App in your desktop follow these very easy installation process. By following these step anybody can download Ring app in their computer. To download Ring app you just need an internet connection and a little storage that’s it. Ring app installation step by step is given below:-

• First, open your browser. Click on the search button, Now type download Ring  App for windows. Then press enter.
• Now open the first link(www.ring.com). It will open the official Ring app website. Click on download from windows store.
• Now click on get your setup will ‘start downloading. This process will take some time.
• After downloading, setup will ‘install automatically. 

Is there a ring app for Windows?

With so many options for smartphones, iPhones and iPod Touch available in the market nowadays, it has become very hard to decide what app is the best for you. Particularly if you want to find a ring doorbell app for windows phone.

This is due to the fact that there are thousands of applications that can help you enhance your mobile phone experience. Some of them are so amazing. they can be really addictive while some of them are just ordinary. Others require you to purchase software that you do not even require.

It is important that you would first check whether the ring would work with your phone model and the operating system of your phone.

For example, if you would be using Windows OS, then the application would be compatible with your computer. Most of the time, the application is able to work perfectly with the operating system of your device without any problems.

However, if you are using a Windows phone, then the application would most likely not work well with it. One other thing that you should consider is whether the ring would work with your device. If it does not work with your phone, you would probably find it very inconvenient to use it.

can I view the ring on my PC

Definitely you can view the ring on your PC. in Windows 10, search for ring app in Microsoft store. Download and install ring app in PC. Other than this,  with Ring app, you can monitor and speak, hear or see anyone on your property. With Ring doorbell advanced wide angled lens and built-in microphone and speaker, you can do much more with ring doorbell app on pc.

How do I connect my ring to my computer

connect Ring with PC using ring doorbell app? IN Windows 10 you can access the ring doorbell app. For that in taskbar type Microsoft store.

In Microsoft store type RIng app. Click on get and then download followed by install ring app on pc. Once done, open ring doorbell app on your pc. Now sign in or create an account in-ring app. Then follow the onscreen the prompts to connect ring app to your pc.

How do I download a ring video to my computer

To view ring video on PC, log in your web account on ring.com/account. Thereafter sign in, select the video you want to download. After that, choose share. Now tap on the Get link and copy the link to the clipboard. Then paste the link into the web URL bar of the browser. When a new screen pop up, click on download to save the ring video to the computer.

Ring app for Windows 8

The ring doorbell application for Windows 8 has been an integral part of our lives since we first started receiving doorbells and home alarm systems. We’ve always appreciated the convenience of having a real live operator answer our security needs, as well as the added peace of mind that having an automated system ensures us that our loved ones are safe in our absence.

Unfortunately, as the age of advanced technological systems continues to evolve and increase in functionality, many people find that they simply have to rely on technology to provide them with the protection that they need. It’s no secret that most modern-day systems come equipped with integrated surveillance and tracking capabilities. Unfortunately, these technologies are becoming more difficult to maintain and repair when they are malfunctioning. This is why many people prefer to turn to one of the many ring doorbell applications for Windows 8 to help them keep their systems intact.

Ring app not working on Windows

When your ring doorbell app not working on Windows PC, you might wonder, previously it was working . What happened suddenly. Well the very first step when Ring doorbell app stopped working on Windows PC is to reinstall Ring doorbell app from Microsoft store. Other possible actions you can take are:

• Open Wndows app troubleshooter. For that press Windows key+X. Go into settings and then click on update & security. Choose troubleshoot and scroll down to the bottom. Now click on WIndows store apps and click to run the troubleshooter.
• Second step o fix ring app not wirking is to reset Windows store via command prompt. For that type cmd in Windows search box. Now right click on command propmt and then Run as Administrator. There type WSreset.exe. Press enter and reboot your PC
• IF above methods does not fix then this might work.  Re- register all store apps. Right click on Windows start option. Again right click on Windows Powershell (Admin). Then copy this: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”} and right click to paste in Powershell. Apply the changes with restarting your computer

In this age of smart phones, home hubs and app controlled heating; it’s not surprising to see the emergence of Wi-Fi doorbell cameras. We will do just about anything to keep our home and family secure, so are smart doorbells a worthy investment? We are going to look at the five most popular doorbell cameras in the UK and see what they offer.

Ring Video Doorbell 2

Price- £179.00 (Amazon 2019) Ring Website 

The Ring doorbell camera offers you 1080HD video, which is a pretty high resolution for a doorbell camera. It allows you to see, hear and speak to anyone that comes to your door from wherever you are. Ring provides instant mobile alerts and two way talk that you can answer from your mobile, tablet or PC. The Ring doorbell can be adapted to meet your needs; you can adjust the motion sensors. So if you own a cat that will be around your property, you won’t get an alert every time they move.

The Ring Video Doorbell 2 includes a quick release rechargeable battery, so you are able to charge it without having to take the whole thing off your front door. If you are worried about it being switched off for any period of time then we recommend you buy 2 batteries, so you always have power for your Wi-Fi doorbell camera.

The camera has a viewing range of 160 degrees and has adjustable motion zones. Don’t worry about having it outside in bad weather, as it can cope with temperatures as low as -5c and as high as 48.5c. it’s is also weather resistant meaning its fine getting rained on, snowed on or even hailed on. Ring will also connect to the Amazon Alexa, so you can see who’s at the door with an Echo Show or a Fire TV.

Ring is the most dominant presence in the Wi-Fi doorbell camera game, so you can be sure it’s the most advanced smart doorbell out there. However it does come with a rather large price tag. So it’s worth looking around to see what other doorbells are out there.

SkyBell Wi-Fi Video Doorbell

Price- £100.97 (Amazon 2019) Skybell Website

The SkyBell offers almost exactly the same features as the Ring Wi-Fi doorbell. The small difference being that with Skybell you get a notification when someone rings the doorbell, as well as motion notifications.

The set up seems relatively simple, as you only use 4 screws to mount the Wi-Fi door bell and can use any existing doorbells power wires.

The Skybell also features 2 way audio, meaning you can have a conversation with whoever is at the door. The app allows multiple people to have accounts, so everyone that lives in your house can have view who has been to the front door. Even at night you will be able to see clearly who is at your front door in full colour night vision. Also, if you’ve not had chance to look at who’s been around your property all day, then there is an ‘Active History’ function that means you can review any missed visitors, any answered video calls and motion alerts.

One of the biggest differences between the Skybell and Ring is battery vs hard wired, with the Sky bell being wired in. Depending on the doorbell you currently have, you may find the battery controlled Wi-Fi doorbell a little easier to set up. However if leaving something that controls your home security on a battery worries you, then having it wired in is a selling point.

Vivint© Doorbell Camera™

Price- Available on Request Vivint Website

The Vivint Doorbell Camera is probably the most elegant looking Wi-Fi doorbell on the list; it has a thin, understated design meaning that it is considerably more subtle than a security camera and some of the other Wi-Fi doorbells. It’s also comes with the standard features of a Wi-Fi doorbell camera, notifications and video footage etc. The video quality is slightly lower than some other smart doorbells at 720p HD and has a night vision feature.

Vivint promotes a discreet way to secure your home and boasts that it will warn you before a person even rings on your doorbell. On their website its says;

“The minimalist design of Vivint Doorbell Camera mimics a regular doorbell to blend seamlessly with your home exterior and keep your entryway feeling like a meeting place, not a TSA checkpoint.”

So if you’re conscious of advertising that you have an expensive smart doorbell attached to your door, the Vivint might be for you. To be able to use a Vivint Doorbell camera you will need to invest in a Vivint smart home monitoring package and this will cost you extra in equipment and monthly fees. Installation is a bit more involved and requires a specially trained engineer to come to your house and set it up for you. They do not specifically state the price of the camera on their website, but if subtly is your thing then Vivint is definitely worth looking in to.

August Doorbell Cam

Price- £200 (August website 2019) August Website

August is a big player in the smart home security game. They are best known for their smart locks that allow you to open the front door with your phone. However they also have a Wi-Fi doorbell on the market, the August Doorbell Cam. The August can be wired in using the same connection of your current standard doorbell, so there is no need to rely on batteries. You can then set it up inside by using the USB dock provided.

August differs from other Wi-Fi doorbell cameras by not having a night vision feature, but instead including a full colour light that will illuminate anyone standing at the door. However like the others it allows you not only to live stream footage from your front door, but going back and review anything you missed. The camera will start recording when it senses movement, so you shouldn’t miss anything important.

The instillation of the August is a bit more involved than some of the other options, as you are required to mount brackets and use a drill, which if you are not DIY minded, could be a struggle for you.

Netvue Vuebell Doorbell

Price- £89.99 (Amazon 2019) Netvue Website

Like all the other doorbell cameras the Vuebell doorbell comes with its own app, meaning you can check the video feed from anywhere. The doorbell itself includes HD cameras, 2-way audio and Night Vision. The Vuebell automatically detects unusual motions and alerts you by sending a notification to your phone. Or if you are out and someone rings the doorbell you can have a real-time two-way conversation with them.

The camera is pretty good, with a wide viewing angle of 185 degrees and a vertical viewing angle of 118 degrees, meaning that the entire area around your front door will be covered. Like most of the camera doorbells, it runs on Wi-Fi, with Vuebell you can have it up to 100 metres away from your wireless router. That means it doesn’t matter where it is in your home, the connection will not suffer from inference. The doorbell also has eight infrared LEDs that can help you see things even at night.  You can capture a clear photo at night within five meters.

The Netvue is a good piece of kit if you’re looking to keep the cost down. However you won’t be able to connect the Netvue with any other smart devices, such as a smart lock or another smart camera. The Netvue does also have a slightly budget look about it.

Video Storage Fees

What most of the makers of these Wi-Fi camera doorbells fail to mention is that if you want to keep the footage of your home then you will need to subscribe to a monthly storage plan. As hours and hours of video footage takes up a lot of storage space, it’s not possible to store it all on the doorbell itself. Most companies will store your footage on a cloud based server, some may offer you some sort of free cloud storage, while others offer you none at all.

Ring

The Ring Video Doorbell may be one of the most advanced cameras out there, but they offer no free storage. This means unless you open a live stream immediately after receiving a notification, you might miss what going on. For the motion based video to be stored you have to subscribe to a ‘Ring Protect Plan’. You can either pay £2.50 per month (£25 annually) for their Protect Basic Plan, which will store all live videos for up to 30 days. Or you can pay £8 per month (£80 annually) for the Protect Plus Program. This is useful if you have more than one Wi-Fi camera doorbell, as the plan covers unlimited Ring devices. You still only have 30 days’ worth of storage with this plan, but you do get an extended warranty and discounts in the Ring store.

Skybell

Skybell does not offer a storage plan of any sort. But it does offer free 7 day storage, so if you are looking for a WI-FI doorbell camera that can store footage for a long time, the Skybell is not for you.

Vivint

As with the price of the actual doorbell, Vivint are not advertising the price of their video storage plan. However on their website it says you get 30 days’ worth of video (which seems to be the standard) for a ‘fraction of the cost of most video storage solutions’.

August

August does offer various plans, the Free Basic Plan offer 24 hours of saved video history; this comes automatically with the doorbell so there is no need to sign up. They do offer a ‘Premium’ storage plan, which is around £4 a month or around £50 annually. This offers 30 days of saved video history and saved video clips of all activity captured. On both plans you can download and share saved videos and everyone that has the August app can use it.

Netvue

Netvue does not offer any free video storage; instead they offer three paid plans. The first is Ring Video Storage which is around £2 a month (or around £20 a year); this plan will record and save any doorbell rings and conversations on the cloud for future viewing for 30 days.

The second plan is around £6 a month (or £69.99 per year) and offers 14 days of 24/7 recording. This means your doorbell will be recording continuously and you can access and review the footage for up to 14 days.

The third is around £1 per month (or £19 per year) and you are able view 10 second of any event, this is available to watch for 30 days.

So, Should you buy one?

Buying a WI-FI doorbell is a good investment in the security of your home, especially if you want to be able to connect with people at your front door while you are away. However, you do need to consider how much you want to spend and how much you are willing to pay for the video storage. We hope this guide has been useful and make sure you check out our other blogs on home security.

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https://august.com/

https://en-uk.ring.com/

https://www.netvue.com/

https://www.vivint.com/