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Wyze Launches $65.98 Battery Video Doorbell With 1:1 View and Optional Hardwiring

The $65.98 model targets budget buyers with flexible setup plus local storage options that reduce reliance on cloud plans.

Overview

  • Available now from Wyze, the battery-powered doorbell expands the company’s wire-free lineup at a sub-$70 price point.
  • The camera records at 1536×1536 in a square 1:1 aspect ratio with a 150° field of view horizontally and vertically, slightly narrower than Google’s 166° Nest Doorbell.
  • Wyze rates the USB‑C rechargeable battery for up to six months per charge, and hardwiring enables continuous power, 24/7 local recording, and a pre-roll capture feature.
  • Video can be saved locally to a microSD card up to 256GB, while Cam Plus ($3 per camera per month) or Cam Unlimited ($10 per month) add AI detection and cloud backups.
  • Features include two-way talk, quick auto-responses, a motion-activated voice deterrent, IP65 weather resistance, and integration with Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT, with coverage also noting Wyze’s prior security incidents as context.