Blink is refreshing its home security lineup with the Blink Outdoor 2K+, a new camera that ups image quality while sticking to the brand’s familiar low-maintenance formula.
The headline upgrade is right there in the name: 2K resolution, giving the Outdoor 2K+ a noticeable bump in clarity. This is an upgrade oveór Blink’s older 1080p models.
The camera records at 2560 x 1440, delivering sharper detail that makes it easier to spot faces, read package labels, or identify cars pulling into your driveway. There’s also 4x digital zoom. This lets you punch in without losing too much detail, useful when you want a closer look without scrolling through clips frame by frame.
Low-light performance has been improved as well. The Outdoor 2K+ can capture colour video in dim conditions using ambient light. It only switches to infrared black and white when it really needs to. That means you’re more likely to catch key details like clothing colours or vehicle paint at night. This is much better than relying on grainy monochrome footage.
Smarts are handled through Blink’s optional subscription plan. With it enabled, the Outdoor 2K+ supports person and vehicle detection, using edge processing to better distinguish between meaningful movement and everyday noise like pets or swaying trees. It’s a practical upgrade for cutting down on false alerts. However, it does mean paying extra if you want the full experience.
Despite the jump in resolution, Blink hasn’t abandoned its battery-first approach. The Outdoor 2K+ uses custom Blink silicon to keep power consumption in check. It is still rated for up to two years of battery life under typical use. It’s also IP65 weather-resistant, making it suitable for year-round outdoor use. Its compact design means it can just as easily be used indoors.
The Blink Outdoor 2K+ is available now in black or white for £89.99, bundled with a Sync Module Core. Local storage is supported via the Sync Module 2 with a USB drive (sold separately). Meanwhile, cloud storage and extended recording features require a Blink Subscription Plan.
For existing Blink users, it’s a straightforward upgrade — sharper video, better night footage, and smarter alerts. This upgrade does not lose the simplicity that made Blink popular in the first place.
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