Smart Doorbell Camera Kit v25: Raspberry Pi 5 Fall Detection & WhatsApp Alert
Smart Doorbell Camera Kit v25 - AI Fall Detection & WhatsApp Alert on Raspberry Pi 5
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine a doorbell that doesn't just announce visitors-it watches over elderly family members. This kit lets you build a Raspberry Pi 5 camera system that runs YOLOv8 pose estimation in real time, instantly detecting a fall and sending a WhatsApp alert through Twilio. It's a genuine elder care safety tool disguised as an everyday doorbell.
What You'll Build
You'll assemble a fully functioning smart doorbell camera that mounts outside a room or entrance. Whenever a person enters frame and falls, the system identifies the prone pose, captures a timestamped snapshot, and pushes a WhatsApp message to a caregiver's phone-without any manual monitoring. The result is a discreet, automated safety net for elderly individuals living alone.
What You'll Learn
- Deploy YOLOv8 pose estimation on Raspberry Pi 5 for real-time human fall detection
- Integrate Pi Camera Module 3 with optimized vision pipelines and low-latency frame processing
- Set up Twilio API to trigger automated WhatsApp alerts from an IoT device
- Configure NVMe SSD boot on Pi 5 for rapid model loading and reliable event logging
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi 5 4GB | x1 |
| Pi Camera Module 3 | x1 |
| NVMe SSD 128GB | x1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | x1 |
| USB-C PSU | x1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
CBSE Class 11-12 students exploring AI applications in healthcare, B.Tech ECE/EEE learners diving into edge AI, and Smart India Hackathon teams prototyping elderly assistance solutions will find this kit perfectly pitched. It also suits ATL tinkering labs and engineering capstone projects at IIT, NIT, VIT, and BITS Pilani-any setting where a real-world computer vision project meets urgent societal need.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code on the box to launch the AI companion that walks you through each step. You can also reach us on WhatsApp for targeted troubleshooting.
Does this kit require any soldering?
No. All connections are plug-and-play-the M.2 HAT+ stacks onto the Pi, the camera snaps via ribbon cable, and the PSU connects directly. You just flash the OS and run our scripts.
Can I adjust how sensitive the fall detection is?
Absolutely. The YOLOv8 model's configuration file lets you fine-tune confidence thresholds and the minimum prone-pose duration before an alert fires, so you can reduce false positives in different rooms.
Will the WhatsApp alert send if the internet goes down?
The Twilio API needs an active internet connection. To cover outages, the system continuously logs events with timestamps to the NVMe SSD. You can later augment the kit with a local buzzer or LED for offline notification.
Doorbell Security - YOLOv8 pose estimation on Pi 5 detects human falls and sends WhatsApp alert via Twilio API - elder care safety project.
What's in this kit
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items