The new Thread- and Matter-enabled Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2 came out Tuesday for use with HomeKit and other smart-home platforms, the company said.
“In the rapidly expanding global market for Passive Infrared (PIR) sensors, Aqara has achieved remarkable success, distributing over 100,000 units last year,” noted Cathy You, Aqara’s senior VP of Global Business and Strategy.
“The launch of the Motion and Light Sensor P2, which combines our renowned sensor technology with the latest in connectivity protocols and standards, encapsulates our forward-thinking approach and our commitment to delivering smart home solutions that are ready for tomorrow’s advancement,” she added.
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Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2
The new motion and light sensor from Aqara contains an ultra-wide angle PIR motion sensor with a standalone illumination sensor. That technology enables detection up to 23 feet away and across 170 degrees horizontally.
So you can use the sensor to automate lighting, enhance security and help manage climate control. For example, you could automate a temperature change after dark.
Unlike some sensors on the market, Aqara’s P2 measures light intensity and motion separately. So it won’t interfere with the lighting- and window-covering control you put in place for comfort and energy efficiency.
The sensor’s battery lasts for up to two years, Aqara added.
Native Matter support and Thread border router functionality
Photo: Aqara
Here’s more from the company about the device:
As a Thread-enabled device, the Motion and Light Sensor P2 connects to any Matter controller with Thread Border Router functionality. And [it] allows use across multiple compatible platforms thanks to Matter’s multi-admin feature.
Furthermore, the sensor offers a few Aqara Home exclusive features such as customizable sensitivity and detection timeout settings for tailored performance.
Users can fine-tune both parameters through the Aqara Home app. [It] requires Aqara’s Thread-enabled Matter controller, for example the upcoming Hub M3.
Aqara also mentioned it will release additional Thread devices in the coming months. Those should include Hub M3 mentioned above and Smart Lock U200. Aqara said in February Home Key support would come to the lock with software updates.
You can pick up Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2 for $33.99 on Amazon.
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: Aqara