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Wireless Routers as Motion Detectors

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Wireless Routers as Motion Detectors

Comcast has introduced motion detection functionality to its wireless routers that sends push notifications when movement is detected near connected devices and allows users to view live activity feeds through the Xfinity app. The company acknowledges technical limitations based on home size, layout, materials, and device placement, and states on its support page that WiFi Motion data may be shared with third parties in connection with law enforcement requests, disputes, or court orders.

Why it matters: Home network users should review WiFi Motion settings and understand that motion data collected by Comcast routers can be disclosed to law enforcement and third parties, raising privacy and data handling concerns for anyone using this feature on their home network.

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