Aqara launches new HomeKit-enabled motion sensor with 5-year battery life
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An Aqara smart home essential gets a battery and connectivity boost. What you need to know Aqara has launched an updated HomeKit-compatible motion sensor. The Aqara Motion Sensor P1 features a five-year battery life and Zigbee 3.0. New motion sensor is available now through Amazon in the U.S., Canada, Germany, and France. Aqara has announced the release of an updated HomeKit-compatible motion sensor on Wednesday — the Aqara Motion Sensor P1. The latest motion sensor from Aqara now includes extended battery life, more customization options, and updated Zigbee wireless connectivity. Based on the Zigbee 3.0 protocol which allows faster response, higher reliability and better compatibility, the Motion Sensor P1 adds more flexibility for users including a configurable detection timeout and the adjustable sensitivity level. No longer fixed at a 60-second timeout like the predecessor, the P1 sensor allows users to set the detection timeout between 1 to 200 seconds on the Aqara Ho...