Ring relaunches its smart home sensor ecosystem with new devices, AI tools and global expansion

Ring returned to CES with a major refresh of its smart home strategy, unveiling a new generation of sensors, software tools and features designed to make connected homes more responsive and informative. The company introduced its redesigned Ring Sensors lineup, outlined fresh AI-powered alerts, expanded its Amazon Sidewalk networking footprint beyond the United States, and confirmed a stronger focus on community safety initiatives. The move signals Ring’s aim to strengthen its ecosystem while keeping users engaged with both hardware and software improvements.

Amazon’s low-power Sidewalk network underpins the new offerings, helping devices remain connected even in challenging locations. With expanding availability and broader functionality, Ring is positioning the refreshed portfolio as a more intelligent and practical home security solution for everyday users.

Ring introduces next-generation sensors for smarter homes

Ring’s new hardware lineup is built around the relaunched Ring Sensors range, a collection of updated home monitoring tools designed to offer greater reliability and awareness. The refreshed set includes improved versions of door and window sensors, a new break-glass detector, motion sensors and dedicated panic buttons. A notable addition is an OBD-II car alarm that extends Ring’s monitoring capabilities beyond the home and into the vehicle.

The car alarm is available for pre-order immediately, reflecting Ring’s intention to move quickly into automotive security. The rest of the sensor range is expected to roll out from March, allowing existing and new customers to upgrade or build a more comprehensive security system. All of these devices rely on Amazon’s Sidewalk protocol, a low-power neighbourhood network designed to keep compatible products connected even when traditional Wi-Fi coverage is weak.

Alongside the hardware relaunch, Amazon confirmed that the Sidewalk network is finally expanding outside the United States. The first international markets to benefit from the service will be Canada and Mexico, with availability widening the potential reach of Ring’s ecosystem. This expansion is an important step for the company, as Sidewalk connectivity plays a key role in enabling low-energy smart devices to remain continuously active and useful.

New Ring app platform supports third-party integrations

Ring is also putting greater emphasis on software experiences with an upgraded app environment designed to improve how users interact with their devices. The company announced the Ring Appstore, a new platform that will allow people to discover, purchase and integrate third-party applications tailored to specific needs. According to Ring, these apps will be built to address “specific use cases, from small business operations to everyday needs around the home.”

In the coming weeks, Ring users will be able to browse a growing catalogue of integrations designed to extend the functionality of their cameras and sensors. The company said the App Store will help customers “get more value from your Ring cameras,” pointing to scenarios such as business monitoring, advanced automation, or enhanced personal security workflows. This push into third-party support suggests Ring is keen to strengthen its position as a broader smart home hub rather than a standalone security brand.

By turning its app into a more dynamic platform, Ring is aligning itself with broader industry trends where smart home ecosystems depend heavily on software flexibility and developer involvement. This approach could also help users customise their setups more effectively, tailoring alerts, automation and data insights to match their lifestyles.

AI-powered alerts and community safety partnerships

Artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role across Ring’s platform, with new alert systems designed to make notifications more meaningful. One of the key additions is Unusual Event Alerts, which use AI to learn behaviour patterns around a home and then notify users when something appears out of the ordinary. Rather than simply reporting movement, the system aims to recognise when activity deviates from everyday routines, potentially reducing unnecessary alerts.

Another feature, Active Warnings, uses computer vision to analyse potential risks and provide more detailed guidance. Ring said these alerts can deliver “specific warnings based on details like location and actions,” helping users better understand what is happening around their property. These AI tools are intended to make Ring devices feel more proactive and intelligent, rather than reactive.

Ring is also expanding its focus on community protection through a new partnership with Watch Duty, a nonprofit platform that shares verified wildfire information. Together, they have introduced a Fire Watch feature to the Ring Neighbours app, enabling communities to stay updated on fire and smoke activity in their area. Ring users are encouraged to share footage from their cameras to help “support first responders on the ground,” strengthening real-time awareness during emergencies.

This collaboration highlights Ring’s continued push into public safety engagement. By combining local video data with community reporting, the company hopes to make its platform more useful beyond individual households, especially in regions that face seasonal fire risks.