Today, Ring announced Smart Video Search in the Nordics, a new AI feature which makes it simple for customers to find specific moments in their Ring Event History. You’re likely already familiar with our package, person, and motion alerts which help you manage what’s happening at your front door or find out when a package arrived, but historically, finding a specific moment can take more time than you might have. With Smart Video Search, you can now quickly find something you’re looking for (and even some surprising moments), giving you a better sense of what’s happening around your home or business.
Smart Video Search is one of Ring’s most advanced AI features. It’s powered by Ring IQ—which is a combination of Ring AI technology and in-house expertise—and uses Visual Language Modelling (VLM) to match text to images and quickly deliver results. Instead of scrolling through your video footage to figure out who ate the last of the ice cream or why the bins are knocked over, you can type queries directly into your Ring app to quickly pinpoint the right moment.
Smart Video Search helps keep you close to the things that matter, like your family, pets, home or personal interests like wildlife. It can help you answer everyday questions, like when the kids got home from school. You might search for “fox in the back garden last night” and find the answer to why those bins were knocked over, while searching for “red bicycle in the driveway” might turn up endearing videos of your oldest child teaching your youngest how to ride a bike, or as is more likely in my family, one trying to knock the other over (again, you’ll be surprised by what you find!).
Smart Video Search is rolling out in public beta today for Nordic customers in English, and you’ll be able to search queries related to animals, locations, packages, people, time, vehicles, weather, and even activities, like jumping, running or playing. We have a long history of learning from our customers, and we can’t wait to hear your feedback.
Ring’s Commitment to Responsible, Trusted AI
Ring is a leader in delivering privacy features for customers, and we’re also committed to developing responsible AI. Smart Video Search uses a sophisticated input moderation technique to prevent searching for offensive, inappropriate, or harmful content.
Pricing and Availability
Smart Video Search works with all Ring video doorbells and cameras in English and is rolling out in public beta to all Nordic customers who are subscribed to a Ring Home Premium plan today. Ring Home Premium is available for €19.99/mo or €199.99/yr.