Palo Alto, CA – November 12, 2026 – 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET – Abode Systems, the leading provider of DIY smart home security solutions, today announces the launch of the Abode Cam 3, a 2K indoor/outdoor security camera with a built-in spotlight, a robust on-device AI engine, and expanded support for third-party ecosystem connectivity. Abode Cam 3 can be deployed as a standalone device, leveraged as part of an existing Abode system, or used alongside third-party platforms, allowing customers to build the setup that works best for them.

“Customers have told us what they want from a smart home security camera, and we built Abode Cam 3 in direct response to that feedback by developing a solution that is reliable and seamlessly fits into everyday life,” said Chris Carney, CEO and Founder of Abode. “Whether customers use it on its own or as part of a system they’ve already put together, this is a camera people can count on.”

On-Device AI Engine

The biggest improvement to Abode Cam 3 is an Abode-developed AI engine that runs directly on the camera. Purpose-built to help users avoid notification fatigue, Abode Cam 3 is capable of identifying what is in view, whether that be a person, an animal, or an object, and recording a clip or sending a notification to the user only when something of interest happens.

With on-device detection, Abode Cam 3 can rely on logic built directly into the camera rather than sending all footage to the cloud for processing. This allows Abode Cam 3 to analyze video directly on the camera in order to identify supported people, as well as pet and vehicle events, thereby reducing unwanted motion alerts. This enhancement supports more reliable camera operation with less noise and fewer irrelevant notifications clogging users’ timelines.

2K Video and Full-Color Night Vision

Abode Cam 3 steps up from the 1080p resolution of the previous model to 2K, giving customers a sharper, more detailed picture of what is happening at their doors, inside their homes, and in their driveways and yards.

Built to accurately record in a wide variety of lighting conditions, Abode Cam 3 pairs a Starlight sensor with a powerful, built-in spotlight. In low-light conditions, the built-in spotlight can illuminate detected activity and live-view sessions, enabling the Abode Cam 3 to capture full-color video, even in the absence of another light source.

IP65-rated, this weather-resistant camera is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and is powered by an included power cable.

Broader Ecosystem Compatibility 

For customers who want the full Abode experience, Abode Cam 3 works on its own via the Abode app, with no additional security system required. Customers can view live video directly from the Abode app or add an Abode subscription to unlock 24/7 recording and a multi-day events timeline. Additionally, Abode Cam 3 can be seamlessly added to any existing Abode smart home security system. 

Abode Cam 3 also supports RTSP and ONVIF, two widely used standards that allow the camera to be connected to other platforms. For example, customers with a wired camera recording system at home can augment that system by adding an Abode Cam 3 to it, and Home Assistant users can integrate the Abode Cam 3 into their existing setup using Home Assistant’s own plug-ins – no Abode hub required. This added layer of connectivity gives customers the option to stream and record locally, either to a computer or a dedicated recording storage device, with the appropriate integrations in place. Abode Cam 3 does not include support for onboard storage.

Support for open standards reflects Abode’s long-standing approach to working with other systems where possible and empowers users to use the hardware they purchase from Abode in a way that improves their daily lives. Whether they are a smart home tinkerer or a power user, this support allows Abode Cam 3 to evolve with customers’ needs, making it a flexible home security camera that fits right at home in a multitude of environments.

Availability

Abode Cam 3 (MSRP: $99.99) is available now at www.goabode.com/product/abode-cam-3.

For a limited time, the new Abode Cam 3 will be on sale for Black Friday / Cyber Monday at a special introductory price of $59.99.

About Abode

Founded in 2014 by former ADT executive Christopher Carney and part of the Nice group since 2018, Abode was designed to be the most flexible and comprehensive all-in-one DIY smart security solution. With a vision of providing ease, simplicity and choice, Abode combines a no-contract home security platform with comprehensive smart home functionality. Customers can choose on-demand short-term monitoring with no contract or commitment, and Abode offers out-of-the-box support for virtually any smart home device on the market, including HomeKit, Amazon Echo, Google Assistant, Zigbee and Z-Wave. This powerful platform is delivered in a simple user interface, giving customers an intuitive and easily customizable experience from setup to everyday use. Your home, your Abode.

Press Contact: abode@castercomm.com

###