As an example, [Circuit Valley] has an IKEA Vallhorn motion sensor for a teardown, it’s as you might expect, a passive infrared sensor (PIR) sensor coupled with a Zigbee interface.

So if you are looking for a HomeKit motion sensor, these factors combine to make Eve Motion my recommendation. It’s even able to be used outdoors, thanks to its mounting hook and IPX8 water ...

The Eve Motion Sensor uses Thread, a low-power wireless protocol that allows devices to talk directly to each other. It’s fast and reliable compared to alternatives like Bluetooth Low Energy (LE ...

Ikea’s push to democratize the smart home continues with the introduction of three new Zigbee sensors that won’t break the bank. There’s Parasoll, the door and window sensor; Vallhorn, the ...

The second reason I love this motion sensor is that it can be used outdoors. There are lower-cost options for HomeKit motion sensors, but they are only for indoor use. With this model, you don’t ...

The new Eve Motion costs $39.95, which is $10 less than the previous version and its closest competitor, the Philips Hue Motion Sensor (which uses Zigbee and also monitors temperature).

Motion sensor technology is enabling doctors to work with joint replacement patients who are recovering at home.

The Lightify Smart Sensor is a good add-on for Sylvania smart bulbs, but the Hue sensor demonstrates why Philips leads the market. By Christopher Null Mar 3, 2017 3:00 am PST Image: Michael Brown ...