آمازون؛ ربات نگهبان Ring Rover Cam به قیمت ۹۹۹.۹۹ دلار معرفی شد

Amazon، in a shift toward a more proactive security approach under its new 'Ring Robotics' brand, has introduced the Ring Rover Cam. This new rolling mobile security camera is explicitly designed for businesses that are seeking an affordable, effective means to patrol and monitor large facilities. Based heavily on the design and functionality of the Astro home robot launched in 2021, the Rover Cam targets enterprises needing flexible security without the hassle of permanent camera installations. The Rover Cam maneuvers on large wheels to traverse rough terrain and small obstacles. It can either travel along pre-programmed routes or be manually deployed to a specific location, and it is also equipped to autonomously respond to an alarm on another Ring device. As it moves, it continuously streams and records video. Upon reaching its destination, the robot executes a 360-degree scan, enabling operators to remotely investigate any disturbances. Significant upgrades have been made to the Rover Cam compared to the original Astro. The stretchable periscope camera has been enhanced to offer 4K resolution and can be adjusted in height to peek over counters or shelving. Replacing Astro's cupholder, the Rover Cam features a permanent stubby turret fitted with a built-in siren, a flashing red warning light, and a glowing blue ring that projects onto the ceiling to make the robot easily visible in large areas. To place a premium on surveillance, the Rover Cam does not include an Alexa interface. Instead, its built-in screen serves to display status and active recording notifications. While it still has a microphone and speakers, they are primarily used for two-way communication. Battery life is a limiting factor, with an estimated duration of about 30 minutes that allows it to cover facilities up to 5,000 square feet. However, the Rover Cam is restricted to a single floor; for multi-level buildings, multiple robots would be required, or operators can pair it with Amazon's recently disclosed flying Ring Drone Cam. Notably, this isn't Amazon's first attempt at transforming the Astro robot into a security device; they released the 'Astro for Business' in 2023 at a price of $2,349.99, but discontinued it within a year. The new Ring Rover Cam is currently up for pre-order at $999.99, with shipments scheduled to begin on December 16.