Aqara is introducing a new presence sensor that is a natural addition for HomeKit users who want reliable automations without the need for a camera. The new Aqara FP300 combines mmWave presence ...

IKEA has launched its new Gömpyssling LED light with sensor. It's a motion-activated light which automatically switches on when you open a cupboard or step into a space, then turns itself off after ...

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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. SwitchBot has launched its new battery-powered Presence Sensor, featuring a 60Hz mmWave radar, ...

Abstract: In this paper we present a way to reduce the standby power consumption of a PIR-sensor-based lighting device. Generally, although a PIR-sensor-based lighting device will turn on when motion ...

The PIR library implements a class to monitor 1 or more PIR sensors. The library supports default 8 PIR sensors per object, which typically are added in setup(). It is possible to add a sensor (pin) ...

As radar technology continues to advance, it offers an increasingly broad range of capabilities, making it a viable alternative to traditional passive infrared (PIR) sensors. With radar’s enhanced ...

In recent years, advances in photonics and materials science have led to remarkable developments in sensor technology, pushing the boundaries of what can be detected and measured. Among these ...

The FP1E’s millimeter wave technology provides for a much more nuanced look at whether a room is occupied or not, but you’ll need one of Aqara’s Zigbee or Matter smart home hubs to use it. Whatever ...

In need of a simple microcontroller board for your project? Then, an Arduino board might be exactly what you're looking for. This open-source hardware platform comes in a multitude of versions, from ...