Overview
- Ring announced the Peephole Cam 2K in late July as a renter-focused, no‑drill replacement for standard optical door viewers and opened pre-orders with an August 19, 2026 ship date.
- The device records in 2K with up to 6x enhanced zoom and a roughly 140°×140° field of view to capture 'head‑to‑toe' views and clearer package details.
- Installation requires unscrewing an existing peephole and fits doors 32.5–60 mm thick with peephole openings of 12–14 mm, but installing it removes the ability to look through the glass.
- Power comes from Ring’s quick‑release rechargeable battery so no wiring is needed, and the camera includes two‑way audio, Live View, motion alerts, and customizable privacy zones.
- Practical limits include no dedicated night vision, reliance on 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi, possible need for a Ring Protect subscription for cloud recordings, and a concurrent launch of an updated Outdoor Camera (2nd Gen) that adds night vision and wired or battery options.