Usually, the delivery guy places my packages in my carport, and I have a camera that alerts me when a package is delivered. I like that setup. It means that I get my parcel delivered without having to speak with the delivery guy, and I don't have to wait for an email or a message to get notified that there is a package in my carport. Unfortunately, some delivery guys leave the package at my door, and sometimes I don't get a notification. Recently, I received an international package, and to my surprise, I found the package lying on the ground near the door. It was difficult to spot, and I wondered how it had been lying there - maybe for several days.

I bought an outdoor camera like the one mounted in the carport, but I hadn't considered that it would be an easy target for young people wanting to have some fun by throwing something at it. I also didn't want to record everyone walking by on the sidewalk. I would instead use the camera at the back of the house to prevent a burglary. So, I started thinking of an alternative.

My doorbell doesn't always work because my door frame is made of aluminum, preventing the wireless signal from reaching the house's chime. I would also like to see who is at the door if I don’t feel well. If I suffer from a migraine, I don't want to struggle to get to the door if it is a salesperson, but I would do it if it were the mailman.

I searched the internet and decided to buy a Ring doorbell. On principle, I don't want a camera that stores footage in the cloud, whether it is footage of a stranger or me. On the other hand, I couldn't find another doorbell with a camera that could run on a battery.

The doorbell has arrived, and I have mounted it. I'm very pleased with the doorbell. I can create zones so the camera won't react to people on the sidewalk. I still need to make minor adjustments, but it works as I want for now. Now, I'm waiting for the delivery guy to deliver my package.