Blink has just introduced the Sync Module XR wireless extender, an update to the already existing Sync Module. This device is primarily designed to extend the range of wireless communication the company’s Outdoor 4 security camera. To that end, it can increase the range to 400 feet, which is four times that of a standard Blink Sync Module.
This means that users can use the connected security camera wherever they want, even in the case of a large and spacious property. Blink says “customers now have the freedom to mount the Outdoor 4 on their fence, gate, shed or driveway and know their camera will stay online and connected.”
The company also says that the Sync Module XR can better penetrate obstacles to deliver a cleaner signal. This includes walls, bushes and trees. However, it still says that performance may vary “due to environment or other factors” and that “video resolution may vary.”
All Blink Outdoor 4 cameras can use this new module immediately, and it can support up to ten cameras simultaneously. The company’s head of product, Jonathan Cohn, said in a blog post that the Sync Module XR is designed to “make it easier for our customers to build a comprehensive home security system.”
The device also acts as a centralized system hub through the company’s proprietary software. It allows people to adjust any connected camera. Finally, there’s a MicroSD slot for storing clips. The Blink Sync Module XR is currently available for purchase in the US and Canada. It costs $60, though early adopters will get a free Outdoor 4 camera with purchase.
