STACK #245 March 2025

FEATURE TECH

How do I get SwannShield?

Where do you see the future of AI-powered security heading? We are revolutionising what has historically been an evidence based category to one of active prevention. Through the use of generative AI, we will reliably detect threats and act on them to prevent dangerous events. Once threats are detected and verified, we can use natural voice, lights, sirens, and high-priority attention from authorities to reliably protect and defend. What else can we look forward to from Swann in 2025?

The SwannShield feature has been made available free of charge to all active users who purchased the Swann EVO Wireless Video Doorbell and the SwannBuddy4K Video Doorbell prior to the Swannshield release, via a firmware upgrade in combination with the freely available latest version of the Swann Security app.

We are expanding SwannShield with the Threat Detection and Defender function, along with expansion of our MaxRanger4K products. The MaxRanger4K Mini will provide customers with an entry-level Wi-Fi security kit with similar features as the MaxRanger4K in an all-new compact form factor. We’re also launching the new MaxRanger4K Doorbell, which will also come with SwannShield. This has been designed with a hard metal casing, which gives users the option of installation on the property gate or fence. On top of that we have a range of new wireless cameras that complement the existing range, or are suitable for new smart home entrants.

respond only if necessary. The voice sounds young and dynamic and creates the impression it’s a real family member inside. Are there any plans to integrate SwannShield into the Swann security camera range? Yes, we have future plans to integrate SwannShield into all future doorbells and it is coming soon to cameras in a feature to be known as SwannShield ‘AI Defender’. Defender will proactively address people in a given scene even when they do not ring the doorbell. This would be particularly useful for uninvited visitors, unexpected people loitering around a property late at night, and/or while residents are away.

Swann Buddy 4K Video Doorbell SwannShield voice assistant 4K Ultra HD colour video

Wireless and wired connection options 180° viewing angle and head-to-toe view Motion, heat, people, and vehicle detection Powerful infrared night vision Two-way talk Battery-powered indoor chime Free recording to cloud and SD card (32GB included) – no monthly fees

SwannShield personalisation options

You can configure: Address – for receipt of deliveries, location awareness, and to guide people that are lost. Resident names – the people that live there, for receipt of deliveries. Where packages should be left. The voice used – there are 12 to choose from, incorporating various accents including an Aussie one. The demeanour used – polite, disinterested, and aggressive. Languages can be manually selected in the app, but SwannShield can automatically switch languages depending on how visitors communicate.

Swann EVO Wireless Video Doorbell with Chime SwannShield voice assistant 2MP camera with HD video Wireless and wired connection options Motion, heat, and people detection Two-way talk Battery-powered indoor chime Free recording to microSD card (sold separately) – no monthly fees

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