BrandonKleinPhoto/Shutterstock Launched in 2014, Ring cameras can help homeowners protect their property by giving them access to live video feeds anywhere a device is installed. Acquired by Amazon in 2018, Ring now has 50 different devices available with an assortment of features and specifications. There are some uncomfortable truths about using Ring cameras, but there’s one feature in particular that may give you goosebumps. Powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI), Ring’s video descriptions are intended to be a way for users to distinguish between normal activity and an emergency when viewing camera footage. Available with a subscription, video descriptions provide details on what happens when motion is detected on a camera. While this can be helpful, it can also be disturbing knowing that the AI is combing through your video footage. Fortunately, you have options. Video descriptions are part of a suite of AI features from Ring, which also includes Single Event Alert, which reduces notifications by combining alerts, and Active Warnings, which notify visitors about the use of recording devices. While there are plenty of things you didn’t know your Ring camera could do, for now let’s take a closer look at what video descriptions are and how you can control this AI feature. What are video descriptions and how to disable them Hadrian/Shutterstock With Ring Video Descriptions, when the device recognizes motion, you receive a notification with a text description of the event along with an animated preview. For example, if your pet is up to no good, you might receive a text alert like “A dog is tearing paper towels on the carpet” along with a brief preview. Video descriptions are only available to those with a Ring Pro subscription and there are some stipulations. English must be the primary language of your smartphone and the feature does not work with Ring Edge, Ring Alarm, Ring Car Cam, or Ring Alarm Pro. All new devices will need to enable video descriptions, and disabling the feature will remove all descriptions. Here are the steps to enable or disable video descriptions: Open the Ring app and make sure you’re on the main dashboard. Select more (three dots) for the device you are accessing. Choose Alert Settings. Under Filters, select Video Descriptions and turn it on/off. You can also access Ring’s other smart features by selecting the menu in the dashboard and tapping Pro Features. You will see an option to enable or disable them and select which features to enable. Choosing Manage Devices allows you to select which devices have access to different features. And when it comes to creepy tech features, you might also want to know if a Ring camera’s blue light means someone is watching. Post navigation Can RFID wallets pass through airport security?
BrandonKleinPhoto/Shutterstock Launched in 2014, Ring cameras can help homeowners protect their property by giving them access to live video feeds anywhere a device is installed. Acquired by Amazon in 2018, Ring now has 50 different devices available with an assortment of features and specifications. There are some uncomfortable truths about using Ring cameras, but there’s one feature in particular that may give you goosebumps. Powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI), Ring’s video descriptions are intended to be a way for users to distinguish between normal activity and an emergency when viewing camera footage. Available with a subscription, video descriptions provide details on what happens when motion is detected on a camera. While this can be helpful, it can also be disturbing knowing that the AI is combing through your video footage. Fortunately, you have options. Video descriptions are part of a suite of AI features from Ring, which also includes Single Event Alert, which reduces notifications by combining alerts, and Active Warnings, which notify visitors about the use of recording devices. While there are plenty of things you didn’t know your Ring camera could do, for now let’s take a closer look at what video descriptions are and how you can control this AI feature. What are video descriptions and how to disable them Hadrian/Shutterstock With Ring Video Descriptions, when the device recognizes motion, you receive a notification with a text description of the event along with an animated preview. For example, if your pet is up to no good, you might receive a text alert like “A dog is tearing paper towels on the carpet” along with a brief preview. Video descriptions are only available to those with a Ring Pro subscription and there are some stipulations. English must be the primary language of your smartphone and the feature does not work with Ring Edge, Ring Alarm, Ring Car Cam, or Ring Alarm Pro. All new devices will need to enable video descriptions, and disabling the feature will remove all descriptions. Here are the steps to enable or disable video descriptions: Open the Ring app and make sure you’re on the main dashboard. Select more (three dots) for the device you are accessing. Choose Alert Settings. Under Filters, select Video Descriptions and turn it on/off. You can also access Ring’s other smart features by selecting the menu in the dashboard and tapping Pro Features. You will see an option to enable or disable them and select which features to enable. Choosing Manage Devices allows you to select which devices have access to different features. And when it comes to creepy tech features, you might also want to know if a Ring camera’s blue light means someone is watching.
