Motion detectors are widely known for their role in home security systems, but their usefulness extends far beyond guarding doors and windows. These compact devices can automate daily tasks, enhance ...

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Recently, I exhausted my stock of common passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor modules and was looking for a new one to play with. I searched the web for a small type with self-contained electronics.

Motion detectors currently on the market for smart homes are often a bit clunky. They detect movement but can’t distinguish specific areas and trigger devices related to them. The Aqara FP2 changes ...

Kangaroo’s latest motion sensor adds entry detection to the mix, but its lack of geofencing capabilities or support for any type of security camera makes it tough to recommend. It’s one thing to snap ...

Folks with outdoor Ring smart home devices will find the Ring Motion Sensor useful, but not essential. Ring says its outdoor motion sensor “lets you monitor for motion in areas where you don’t need a ...

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For those of you who haven’t been keeping score, Plume is one of our favorite Wi-Fi mesh kits. We don’t really love its annual subscription fee, but it comes out firmly at the top of our complex, ...

Aqara products have been an integral part of my HomeKit setup for nearly two years. With a competitive entry price and a range of accessories that are compatible with HomeKit, it’s the ideal way to ...