Ubiquiti Introduces AI Key for Enhanced Smart Detection

Ubiquiti unveiled the AI Key, a sophisticated Edge AI appliance designed to improve video surveillance through advanced smart detection and natural language search capabilities.

Ubiquiti has announced the release of the AI Key, a sophisticated Edge AI appliance designed to improve video surveillance through advanced smart detection and natural language search capabilities. The AI Key is available at the Ubiquiti store for $679.00 but is sold out. It provides reliable and scalable solutions for modern security systems.

The AI Key takes UniFi Protect to the next level by supercharging your cameras with advanced AI capabilities. Instead of just detecting basic objects like people and vehicles, it processes footage using powerful AI models to unlock features like natural language search, AI alerts, speech transcription, and image enhancement. This means smarter security, faster insights, and a more intuitive way to monitor your environment. It’s an edge appliance, so everything runs locally for quick, reliable performance.

Product Specifications

Feature	Details
Dimensions	134.2 x 131.2 x 33.7 mm (5.3 x 5.2 x 1.3″)
Weight	635 g (1.4 lb)
Enclosure Material	Aluminium alloy
Processor	Arm® Cortex®-A78AE v8.2
Management Interface	Ethernet
Networking Interface	(1) GbE RJ45 port
Memory	System: 16 GB LPDDR5 On-board flash storage: 128 GB SSD
Compute Capacity	1,000 smart detections/hour
Power Method	PoE++
Supported Voltage Range	50–57V
Max Power Consumption	45W
ESD/EMP Protection	Air: ±12kV, contact: ±8kV
Display	(1) 1.3″ touchscreen
Button	(1) Factory reset
Ambient Operating Temperature	-5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F)
Ambient Operating Humidity	5 to 95% noncondensing
Certifications	FCC, IC, CE

Key Features

Advanced Detection and Processing

Processes up to 1,000 smart detection events per hour, offering detailed object and context descriptions
Supports low-latency natural language retrieval, enabling users to search for specific events using concise phrases such as “FedEx truck” or “person walking a dog”
Includes speech event transcription when paired with compatible Protect AI series cameras
Improves facial recognition images for more precise identification
Enables detailed detection event descriptions with NeXT AI for enhanced contextual analysis

Seamless Integration

Compatible with all Protect cameras that support smart detections, including the G4 Series, G5 Series, AI Series, and cameras connected via AI Port.
Integrates with Alarm Manager to trigger alerts based on up to five natural language search queries.
Manages detections in an internal queue with a maximum capacity of 200 events (excess events are not processed).
Adds face and license plate recognition capabilities for Protect G4 and G5 series cameras.

Hardware and Design

Powered by PoE++ for efficient connectivity and deployment.
Constructed with a durable aluminum alloy enclosure and features a compact form factor.
Equipped with a 1.3-inch touchscreen for intuitive operation.
1U Rack Mountable with optional (AI Key Rack Mount)

Performance Recommendations

Ubiquiti recommends pairing the AI Key with Protect AI series cameras to ensure optimal performance, providing higher-quality smart detections, and extended range. For high-volume environments, deploying multiple AI Keys or reducing the number of paired cameras is advised to maintain processing efficiency.

The new Ubiquiti AI Key is available now through the Ubiquiti online store.

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Dylan Dougherty

K-12 Network Administrator with expertise in Cisco networking, IP security, and NAC solutions. UniFi enthusiast and home labber, testing and reviewing networking and security products.