# Ring launches indoor security drone and business robot

> Amazon's Ring rolls out a $270 flying camera for homes and a $1,000 wheeled robot for businesses, both set to ship later this year.

Oossa · 2026-11-10 · https://oossa.com/en/ring-launches-indoor-security-drone-and-business-robot

Ring announced two new security devices on November 10, 2026. The Ring Drone Cam is a small indoor drone that can fly on preset routes, record 2K video, and light up with LEDs in low light. It costs $270 and will be available in the U.S. on Jan. 27, 2027, pending FCC approval. The Ring Rover Cam is a wheeled robot aimed at businesses. It streams up to 4K video, has a periscope camera, two‑way audio, a siren and a light tower, and is priced at $1,000. Pre‑orders are open now and shipments start on Dec. 16, 2026.

## How the devices work

Both units run Ring’s AI Pilot system, which maps a space, suggests patrol points and navigates around obstacles. The drone can rotate 360°, has a 148‑degree field of view and an eight‑minute flight time before it returns to its charging dock. It responds automatically when a Ring sensor or doorbell is triggered. The Rover moves on a single floor, can’t climb stairs, and avoids areas with curved edges or floor transitions over 1.375 inches. Its periscope can be raised to look over counters, and it records video to the cloud for up to 180 days.

## Limitations and privacy

The drone’s battery only lasts eight minutes and it may struggle in rooms with mirrors, polished marble or blank walls. The Rover cannot operate on glossy black floors or over large height changes. Ring says both devices default to privacy mode: they flash an LED when recording, and the video is encrypted with its TAKE system. The company warns the drone must stay within line‑of‑sight under FAA rules and will not fly outdoors.

## The facts

- Ring Drone Cam sells for $270 and ships in the U.S. on Jan. 27, 2027 (pending FCC approval).
- Ring Rover Cam costs $1,000 and begins shipping on Dec. 16, 2026.
- The drone records 2K video, rotates 360°, and has a 148° field of view.
- Battery life for the drone is eight minutes per flight.
- Rover streams up to 4K video, includes a periscope camera, siren and two‑way audio.

## Why it matters

Home owners can now send a flying camera to check a triggered alarm, giving a quick visual before deciding to call the police. Small businesses get a mobile guard that can patrol after hours without wiring every corner, potentially reducing break‑ins. Both devices, however, still rely on cloud storage and have flight‑time or navigation limits that users must work around.

## Sources & references

1. [Ring cameras go mobile as Amazon debuts AI-powered security drone and robot](https://arstechnica.com/ai/2026/11/ring-cameras-go-mobile-as-amazon-debuts-ai-powered-security-drone-and-robot/) – Ars Technica, 2026-11-10
2. [Ring, known for its doorbell cameras, launches a home security drone and an enterprise security robot](https://techcrunch.com/2026/11/10/ring-known-for-its-doorbell-cameras-launches-a-home-security-drone-and-an-enterprise-security-robot/) – TechCrunch, 2026-11-10
3. [Amazon](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/devices/ring-drone-cam-rover-cam-security-robot) – Amazon
4. [Amazon's Ring unveils flying drone and robot to patrol homes and businesses](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/11/10/amazons-ring-unveils-flying-drone-robot-to-patrol-homes-businesses.html) – CNBC, 2026-11-10

Last updated: 2026-11-10