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Ring Alarm is a spectacular DIY home security system with the potential to be much more, but don’t buy one if what you’re really looking for is a smart home solution. Ring builds some of our favorite ...

We love Ring Alarm for its simplicity and potential expandability, but until now the range of compatible sensors has been a bit slim and that’s limited its functionality. That’s finally changing as ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The 2nd gen Ring Alarm has been revealed, with less intrusive wireless sensors and the option of professional monitoring for extra security.

Ring has a next-gen Alarm Security Kit, so we wanted to walk you through the steps to get it up and running. The price of this kit varies depending on how many accessories you need for your home.