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Ring's New Security Robots Patrol Your Home and Business — a Flying Drone Cam and a Rolling Rover Cam

OFFICIAL Written by GPN · Nov 10, 2026, 8:43 AM ET · · Tech

Ring is moving security off the wall and onto patrol. The company has announced Ring Robotics, a new category of autonomous, mobile security devices that patrol, investigate and respond on their own — starting with two products, the Ring Drone Cam for homes and the Ring Rover Cam for businesses.

The Ring Drone Cam is a flying indoor security camera that lifts off from its dock and flies preset routes around the home, reaching spots a fixed camera cannot. It records in 2K video with a 148-degree field of view and can rotate 360 degrees, with built-in LED lights for low-light flights. When a connected Ring camera, sensor or alarm is triggered, the drone automatically flies to a patrol point to investigate. Owners can set custom flight routes and schedules, or send it out on demand.

The Ring Rover Cam is a purpose-built security robot for businesses. It patrols autonomously on a schedule, investigates disturbances when a sensor trips, and streams and records in up to 4K video while it moves. A periscope camera on an adjustable mast lets it see over counters and shelving, and a siren, light tower and two-way audio let it deter intruders and let staff speak up remotely. A 360-degree scan at each stop gives a full view of the room.

Both devices are powered by AI Pilot, Ring's system that maps a space, suggests patrol points and navigates around obstacles in real time. Setup is simple: carry the drone through your home or let the rover explore, and it builds a floor plan and identifies rooms and spots worth extra attention, such as a side door or a register.

Privacy is built in by default, according to Ring. The drone's camera is off while it sits in its dock, and the rover's Sleep Mode retracts the periscope and switches off the microphone with a single tap. Both devices show LED indicators while recording, and videos are protected by Ring's Throw Away the Key encryption.

The Ring Rover Cam begins shipping in the US on December 16, 2026, priced at $999.99, and is available to preorder now. The Ring Drone Cam follows on January 27, 2027, priced at $249.99. Both require a Ring Protect plan. Ring notes the drone has not yet received the required FCC authorisation, so it cannot be offered for sale or lease until that is obtained.

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