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Comcast is turning millions of its routers into motion detectors
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TL;DR
- Comcast's Xfinity routers can now function as Wi-Fi motion detectors.
- The feature is enabled by a new update to the Xfinity Internet app, arriving August 18th.
- It's part of the free Xfinity Shield service, which also includes advanced online threat protection and improved parental controls.
- Motion sensing works by detecting disruptions in Wi-Fi signals between the gateway and connected devices.
- Users can select modes like Home Watch, Away Watch, and Dark Watch via the app.
- The feature requires an advanced gateway (XB7 or newer) and is opt-in.
- Comcast believes this technology can provide a basic level of home security and has potential for broader applications like aging in place.