Comcast Xfinity Routers Gain Free Wi-Fi Motion Sensing
TL;DR. Comcast enables free Wi-Fi motion sensing on millions of Xfinity gateways, transforming routers into home activity monitors. - A new Xfinity Internet app update activates WiFi Motion on compatible routers at no extra cost. - This feature is part of the new Xfinity Shield service for home security. - Customers can use their existing hardware to detect movement throughout their home.
- Comcast is activating Wi-Fi motion sensing on millions of Xfinity gateways.
- The feature, called WiFi Motion, is free and enabled via an Xfinity Internet app update.
- Compatible routers (XB7 and newer) will act as home activity monitors.
- WiFi Motion is integrated into the new Xfinity Shield service.
Sources
- Comcast is turning millions of its routers into motion detectors — theverge.com
- engadget.com — engadget.com
- techcrunch.com — techcrunch.com