Smart home device maker Aqara has introduced a presence sensor that uses millimeter wave (mmWave) technology to detect the slightest human movements.
Called the FP1E, the sensor is built on the Zigbee protocol and it is compatible across all Matter platforms. The device can monitor a room of up to 50 sq m when ceiling mounted and detects presence within up to 6 m.
Aqara said the sensor can detect human presence even when the person is sitting or lying still. The FP1E sensor can also, within seconds, identify when someone leaves a room and triggers the automation to turn off lights, air conditioners and more.
The FP1E sensor uses artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to distinguish between relevant movements and false triggers. This eliminates the need for additional setups, Aqara said. The sensor’s AI allows for self-adaptive sensitivity, so it doesn’t trigger falsely due to:
- Pets
- Air conditioning
- Metals
- Curtains
- Mirrors
Additionally, the AI learning capabilities also augment its detection accuracy through continuous learning, adapting to the user’s home environment and those living in the house.
