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Comcast's WiFi Routers Expose Home Motion Data
Did you know that Comcast's WiFi routers can detect motion in your home and potentially share that data with third parties, even law enforcement, without further notice? This feature, called WiFi Motion, can track movement near your connected devices and send you alerts - but at what cost to your private life?
Comcast Bolsters Wi-Fi Motion Detector with Enhanced Security Features
Meet Xfinity Shield, a powerful security bundle that combines WiFi Motion, a cutting-edge motion detection feature, with robust cybersecurity protections from your Xfinity Gateway router, giving you an added layer of home security awareness. This innovative tool detects movement without recording video or capturing images, providing a discreet and effective way to keep your home and family safe.
Comcast Activates WiFi Motion Detection in Home Security Push
Comcast is turning WiFi into a household motion detector, and it's surprisingly effective - detecting even slight movements like raising your hand or your cat's gentle stroll across the living room. By leveraging the radio links between your Xfinity Gateway and stationary devices, WiFi Motion converts them into virtual motion sensors that can detect movement around your home.