I would feel sure that the keypad could have the ability to play a sound of some sout for doorbell rings but I would think it may not have the hardware and logic to do everything a Chime would do. The keypad is pretty simple and I am sure was developed to be easy and reasonably cheap for DIY installs. I would like to see a more substantial model be brought out from Ring for an advanced keypad that has chime capabilities, as well as a LCD screen that can show status, sensors that are open, etc. I would think it would cost a little more than the simple version, but for those that are using Ring as a platform for more complex alarm needs, it would be certainly welcome. I have 30 plus contact sensors, a bunch of motion detectors, two doorbell pro’s and a bunch of stickup and other cameras, as well as integrated Yale door locks. The app is great, but there are times I do not want to have a phone or tablet in my hand to see what contacts might be open or what area had a motion detected. Guess we need to remember that “Ring was not built in a day…”. Just part of my wish list, along with a dedicated glass break sensor, better contol on what cameras are doing and when (modes fully rolled out), more control on the zWave controller and perhaps even implementing the Zigbee controller as well (and not to forget greater network and access security that makes sense). Also keep improving the Aleaxa integration and yes - I would like to see HomeKit enabled as well. I’m looking for some great things in 2020 with Ring. Happy Holidays to the Ring Neigbors, new and old!
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