PIR & Motion Sensor
PIR & Motion Sensor
June 23, 2026 – Stanford, CA – Privacy-Preserving Safety Monitoring Researchers at Stanford University have published a paper demonstrating that PIR sensor arrays can effectively monitor social distancing in workplace settings without using cameras. The system preserves employee privacy while…
June 21, 2026 – Sacramento, CA – California Tightens Building Energy Standards The California Energy Commission has adopted updated Title 24 building energy standards that require occupancy sensors in all commercial spaces, effective January 1, 2027. The updated code mandates…
June 21, 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”…
June 19, 2026 – Shenzhen, China – Meross MS600 Gains Traction in Smart Home Market Meross has announced that its MS600 Smart Presence Sensor has become the company’s best-selling smart home device, with over 100,000 units sold since its January…
June 19, 2026 – Geneva, Switzerland – ST Expands Analog Portfolio STMicroelectronics has announced the STHS34PF80, a dedicated signal conditioning IC for pyroelectric infrared sensors. The new IC features ultra-low power consumption of just 1.5µA, making it ideal for battery-powered…
Overview A large state university with 10 dormitories (3,000 student rooms) was facing rising energy costs and sustainability goals. Dormitories consumed 8 million kWh annually at a cost of $800,000. Students frequently left lights and electronics on when leaving for…
June 17, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Amazon Bridges Sidewalk and Matter Ecosystems Amazon has announced that Sidewalk-compatible PIR sensors now support Matter 1.4, the latest version of the universal smart home standard. The update enables Sidewalk sensors to work…
June 17, 2026 – Seoul, South Korea – Samsung Expands SmartThings Ecosystem Samsung Electronics has announced the SmartThings Station Pro, a new smart home hub that integrates a PIR motion sensor for presence detection. The device combines hub functionality, Thread…
Overview A 500,000 square foot distribution center in Illinois was operating 24/7 with all lights on continuously. The facility had 1,500 high-bay LED fixtures (200W each) consuming 300 kW continuously. Annual lighting energy cost was $250,000. The Challenge The warehouse…
Overview A tech-savvy homeowner in Texas was frustrated with high energy bills and manual light switches. His 2,500 sq ft home had 40 light fixtures, but lights were often left on in empty rooms. He decided to build a DIY…