The Growing Unease Around Smart Doorbells

Clare FM · Jun 30, 2026 · 11m

Smart doorbells have become a familiar feature outside homes, offering convenience, security and peace of mind. But as the technology becomes more sophisticated, so too do the questions around privacy, artificial intelligence and who has access to the footage these devices capture. A new AI-powered feature introduced by Amazon's Ring in the United States has reignited that debate, with critics raising concerns about surveillance and the wider implications of networked security cameras. To help us unpack the technology, the privacy issues and what it could mean for users here in Ireland, Alan…