Wireless Routers as Motion Detectors

· Bruce Schneier · Sept. 2, 2026, 10:50 a.m.
Summary
Comcast introduced a motion detection feature for its wireless routers, notifying users of motion detected near connected devices. This feature is adjustable based on whether users are home, asleep, or away, and provides a live activity feed via the Xfinity app. However, Comcast notes that various factors such as home size and layout may impact detection effectiveness, and performance is not guaranteed.
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