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Leo Kwan

Leo Kwan

Motion algorithms, wireless latency, and real-world alert reliability for video doorbells

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About

I benchmark doorbells in a multi-porch test rig, logging tap-to-notify delay, false alerts, and uptime across weather and Wi‑Fi conditions.

Background

I mounted three doorbells on my apartment stoop facing a bus line and left them through a wet Seattle winter. After 1,200 deliveries, I graphed tap-to-notify lag and false pings. The quiet winner wasn’t the flashiest sensor—just the one that woke me before the courier walked away.

Perspective

I favor devices delivering sub-3s notifications with stable false-alert control over high-resolution marketing.

Author Articles

Lock Down Doorbell Privacy Settings Against Hacking

Lock Down Doorbell Privacy Settings Against Hacking

Lock down a camera doorbell with real-world tested steps: change default credentials, use authenticator-based 2FA, isolate it on an IoT network, schedule updates, and tune privacy zones. Then run a quick verification checklist to confirm encryption and keep fast alerts without exposing the feed.

3rd Oct•
Ring Camera Doorbell Night Vision: Reduce Glare See Clearly

Ring Camera Doorbell Night Vision: Reduce Glare See Clearly

Use tested fixes to reduce IR glare and false alerts - adjust mounting angle, add a matte shroud, control lighting, and refine zones - to make Ring doorbells clearer at night. Prioritize notification speed and stability over megapixels to actually catch the knock.

3rd Oct•