Amazon turned its Alexa robot into a Ring security patrol bot

There’s no access to Alexa through the Rover Cam, which makes its included screen feel unnecessary. Instead of displaying a cute pair of eyes to encourage engagement, the Rover Cam’s screen is used to display status messages, including when it’s actively recording. It still has a microphone and speakers, but now they’re used for two-way talk functionality. Battery life is estimated to be about 30 minutes, allowing the robot to cover facilities around 5,000 square feet, but it’s limited to a single floor. For multiple levels, multiple robots would be needed, or the Rover Cam can be paired with Amazon’s new flying Ring Drone Cam.