Motion sensors like Eve Motion and the Philips Hue Motion Sensor have become common in many smart homes. These sensors are typically used for automatically turning lights on and off. However, a new technology called Sensify ambient sensing aims to change that by allowing nearby Zigbee devices to recognize when people are present, eliminating the need for extra sensors.
How Ambient Sensing Works
According to a video from the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), ambient sensing operates (in theory) when at least three compatible devices are within a certain range and create a zone. When someone moves within this area, the system can pick up slight variations in signal strength that occur due to the person’s presence.
The Launch of Sensify
Sensify has been under development since 2016, and its launch is said to be very close now. Although Ivani, the company behind this tech, hasn’t provided any details about possible partners, they claim that several well-known smart home product manufacturers are getting ready to implement the technology “very soon.” The CSA has informed The Verge that Sensify won’t be a permanent aspect of Zigbee, which means it will only be supported by a few select products, not every new Zigbee device hitting the market.
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