PIR & Motion Sensor
PIR & Motion Sensor
April 14, 2026 – Boca Raton, FL – ADT Extends Battery Life in New Sensor ADT has announced the ADT Motion Sensor Pro, a new wireless PIR security sensor with an industry-leading 10-year battery life. The sensor uses a CR123A…
April 13, 2026 – Mountain View, CA – Nest Thermostat Gets Smarter Google has released a firmware update for the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) that improves the device’s PIR presence detection algorithms. The update, version 8.5, reduces false “away”…
April 11, 2026 – Northbrook, IL – New Standard for Occupancy Sensors Underwriters Laboratories (UL) has published UL 2680, the first dedicated safety standard for passive infrared occupancy sensors used in life safety applications. The standard addresses reliability, false alarm…
April 10, 2026 – Dallas, TX – Bosch Honored at ISC West Bosch Security Systems received the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) ‘Product of the Year’ award for its BlueLine AI PIR motion sensor at ISC West 2026. The sensor was…
Introduction Commercial building automation is a major driver of PIR sensor demand, with new energy codes in the EU (EPBD), California (Title 24), and Japan mandating occupancy-based lighting and HVAC control. This guide covers the key considerations for selecting PIR…
Introduction With the US Hot Cars Act requiring child presence detection in all new passenger vehicles by the 2028 model year, automotive-grade PIR sensors are becoming a critical component. This guide covers the key specifications and options for selecting PIR…
Introduction Arduino projects often use PIR sensors for motion detection, but with dozens of modules available, choosing the right one can be confusing. This guide covers the most popular PIR sensor modules for Arduino, their characteristics, and when to use…
Introduction Outdoor PIR sensors face harsh conditions: rain, snow, temperature extremes, direct sunlight, and wildlife. Choosing the right sensor for outdoor use requires considering weather resistance, detection range, and false alarm immunity. This guide covers the best options for 2026.…
March 15, 2026 – Frankfurt, Germany – Industry Groups to Standardize Sensor Interfaces Five leading PIR sensor manufacturers—Panasonic, Murata, Excelitas, Honeywell, and Bosch—have announced the formation of the Open Occupancy Alliance (OOA), an industry group dedicated to developing standardized interfaces…
March 18, 2026 – Rochester, NY – Lighting and Sensing Converge OLEDWorks, a leading manufacturer of OLED lighting panels, has demonstrated a smart ceiling panel that integrates Panasonic PIR sensors directly into the lighting surface. The panel combines OLED illumination…