STACK #265 November 2026

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Dog on the couch? Parcel on the doorstep? Something moving outside? Blink security devices help you catch the moments that matter, indoors and out. Words Bec Summer BLINK AND YOU WON’T MISS A THING

Meet the Blink Sync Module Core The Sync Module Core links compatible Blink devices and supports longer battery life. Cloud clip storage and advanced person or vehicle alerts require a Blink Subscription Plan after any eligible trial. The Core itself has no local clip storage; live view and basic motion alerts work without a subscription.

Just ask Alexa

Link Blink cameras and doorbells with compatible Alexa devices to check camera views on supported Echo screens, arm your system by voice, or hear doorbell announcements. Features vary by device.

BLINK MINI 2K+ SECURITY CAMERA Best for: Keeping an eye on things indoors. Small camera, big picture Small but sharp, the Mini packs wide-angle 2K video and up to 4x zoom into a plug-in camera. Check on the dog, the kids, or that mysterious noise in the living room. Its stand fits neatly on a shelf, while the Blink app gives you a live view when you’re out. Lights down, detail up An LED spotlight supports colour night vision, while infrared provides a black-and-white view when needed. Noise-cancelling two-way audio lets you check in without shouting over the background noise. A handy extra job Motion alerts land on your phone, and the Mini can double as a chime for a compatible Blink doorbell on the same system. Want to take it outside? You’ll need a weather-resistant power adaptor, sold separately. Unlike the other cameras here, it needs a power point.

BLINK VIDEO DOORBELL 2K+ SYSTEM Best for: Seeing visitors and deliveries at your front door. See who’s ringing the bell A courier at the door? Head-to-toe 2K video catches faces and parcels in one view, so you can see who’s calling – and what’s been left on the mat. Answer from anywhere Motion alerts and night vision keep the doorstep on your radar, while noise-cancelling two-way audio lets you ask a courier to leave a parcel somewhere safe. Colour video works in suitable low light, switching to black-and-white infrared at night. Ready to ring, straight from the box No existing Blink setup? No problem! The system includes a Sync Module Core, three AA lithium batteries and mounting hardware.

BLINK OUTDOOR 2K+ SECURITY CAMERA SYSTEM Best for: Watching driveways, side 2K video and up to 4x zoom help pick out driveway details. Colour vision holds on in suitable low light before switching to black-and white infrared night vision – handy for checking who’s come up the path. Put it where it counts Wire-free installation lets you watch awkward outdoor spots without running cables. IP65 weather resistance handles dust and rain, while motion alerts flag activity on your phone. Optional subscription-based person and vehicle detection can help cut irrelevant notifications. Less ladder time Two AA lithium batteries can last up to two years, depending on settings and use. Noise cancelling two-way audio lets you speak through the camera, and the included Sync Module Core helps bring your Blink devices together. gates, and backyards. Catch all the detail

The IP65 weatherproof doorbell installs wire free, while a compatible

Blink Mini or Alexa device can provide indoor doorbell announcements.

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