SwitchBot has announced a new product called the Presence Sensor with mmWave Radar. This sensor is built to detect people in a room more accurately than older motion sensors. It uses millimeter wave radar, which is a type of technology that can sense small movements, such as breathing or slight shifts in position, even through obstacles like furniture. This makes it more reliable in finding out if someone is still in a room, even if they are not moving much.
The Presence Sensor is part of the SwitchBot line of devices that are made for smart homes. It can work with other SwitchBot products, and you can use it to control things like lights, fans, or heaters. For example, if the sensor notices that no one is in the room, it can send a signal to turn off the lights or other devices. If it senses someone coming back, it can turn them on again. This can help save energy and may make your home feel more comfortable.
One feature of the Presence Sensor is its ability to filter out pets, so it does not mistake a dog or cat for a person. The sensor can also be adjusted to change how sensitive it is and what size of movement it should watch for. You can choose how long it should wait before marking a room as empty, which helps prevent the sensor from turning things off too quickly. There is also a way to set up custom rules with the SwitchBot app, so you can match the sensor’s actions to your daily routine.
SwitchBot says that their new sensor is easy to install and can be placed on a wall, ceiling, or even placed on a flat surface. It connects to your home’s Wi-Fi, and you can check its status or make changes from your phone using the app. The company is also making sure the sensor works with other smart home systems, so people who use voice assistants or other brands of smart devices can include the sensor in their setup.
The Presence Sensor with mmWave Radar is now available for people who want to add it to their home. SwitchBot is selling it online, and they have more details about its features, price, and how it works on their website. With this new device, SwitchBot is focusing on making smart homes more responsive and helping people save power by only using devices when they are actually needed.
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