Still using a traditional doorbell? In 2025, that might not be enough to keep your home safe and connected. More Singaporean homeowners are now switching to smart video doorbells – and for good reason.
From real-time visitor alerts to two-way communication, today’s video doorbells offer way more than just a chime. Here are 5 powerful reasons why upgrading to a smart video doorbell in 2025 makes total sense.
Top Aqara A4 Doorbell Features to Look for in 2025 Models
1. See Who’s at Your Door — Anytime, Anywhere
With a smart video doorbell, you get instant live video feeds sent to your phone whenever someone rings the bell or triggers motion detection.
Whether you’re:
- At the office,
- On holiday,
- Or just relaxing at home…
Indoor Chime Repeater Included
- Comes with a loud 95 dB speaker so you never miss a visitor.
- Also acts as a Wi-Fi repeater for a stronger signal.
- USB-C powered for flexible placement.
You’ll know exactly who’s outside — from delivery drivers and guests to unexpected visitors.
2. Enhance Your Home Security with Motion Alerts
Smart doorbells do more than notify you when someone rings the bell — they act as a first line of defense.
2025 models come with: Local Facial Recognition & Automations
- Built-in AI face recognition on the device—no cloud needed.
- Let’s you create custom automations, like different greetings for each family member.
3. Speak to Visitors Without Opening the Door
Using your smartphone, you can speak to anyone at your door without being physically present.
✅ Great for:
- Giving delivery instructions
- Politely turning away unwanted guests
- Checking on unexpected activity outside your home
High Image Quality & Smart Alerts
- Offers 1080p HD video and a 162° wide-angle lens.
- Includes infrared night vision and smart alerts for faces, loitering, and tampering.
4. Easy to Use & Maintain
modern video doorbells in 2025 are: Protected Local Storage (24/7 Recording)
- Supports MicroSD cards up to 512GB (not included).
- The card is stored inside the chime, safe from tampering.
- You can also back up recordings to an SMB NAS server for free.
Two Power Options for the Outdoor Unit
- Use 6 AA batteries for up to 4 months of use.*
- Or wire it to a 12–24V AC/DC transformer and let batteries serve as backup during outages.
Installation Tip: Choose models compatible with your existing door or gate setup, especially in Singapore’s HDB flats.
5. Voice Changing & Custom Settings
- Change your voice to one of four options (uncle, robot, etc.) for privacy.
- Upload custom ringtones for both the doorbell and chime.
- Great for automations like saying, “Tom is not home, please come back tomorrow.
6. Free Cloud and Local Storage
- Includes up to 7 days of free cloud video storage with no hidden fees.
- If tampered with, the doorbell can upload up to 6 seconds of footage to the cloud for security.
7. Smart Home Integration for Ultimate Control
Smart video doorbells in 2025 now integrate seamlessly with:
- Google Assistant
- Amazon Alexa
- Apple HomeKit
This means you can:
- View your doorbell feed on smart displays
- Automate lighting when someone approaches
- Get voice alerts inside your home
We offer top-brand digital locks that integrate smoothly with Alexa and Apple HomeKit for smart and secure access.
8. Do Not Disturb Mode
- Users can customize the doorbell’s ringing time and volume.
- Do Not Disturb mode prevents unwanted disturbances during selected hours.
- Even if someone rings the bell at night, the chime will stay silent.
- Offers peace of mind and uninterrupted rest, even from prank rings.
Ready to Upgrade?
Secure your home smarter – buy the Aqara G4 now and contact us!