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The Three Pillars of WiFi Motion Insights
WiFi Motion™ uses advanced algorithms and machine learning to turn simple motion sensing via Wi-Fi Sensing into a powerful tool for understanding and responding to movement in various environments. However, these insights are only helpful if users can see and...
The Three Pillars of WiFi Motion Insights
This blog explores how WiFi Motion™ leverages advanced algorithms and machine learning to provide real-time, historical, and event-based motion detection insights through Wi-Fi Sensing. It highlights how each motion type—live for immediate action, historical for trend analysis, and event-based for critical alerts—contributes to a comprehensive understanding of movement in various environments. By integrating these data types, Wi-Fi Sensing systems offer users enhanced security, energy efficiency, and peace of mind, while enabling developers to create more responsive, customizable applications that reduce false alarms and improve overall user experience.
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The Three Pillars of WiFi Motion Insights
This blog explores how WiFi Motion™ leverages advanced algorithms and machine learning to provide real-time, historical, and event-based motion detection insights through Wi-Fi Sensing. It highlights how each motion type—live for immediate action, historical for trend analysis, and event-based for critical alerts—contributes to a comprehensive understanding of movement in various environments. By integrating these data types, Wi-Fi Sensing systems offer users enhanced security, energy efficiency, and peace of mind, while enabling developers to create more responsive, customizable applications that reduce false alarms and improve overall user experience.
Optimizing Wi-Fi Sensing UI for Better User Experience
This blog explores key factors for successfully adopting Wi-Fi Sensing technology, based on Cognitive Systems' experience with solutions like Home Aware and Caregiver Aware. It emphasizes the importance of a smooth setup, efficient motion monitoring, clear data visualization, and user-friendly design. By focusing on ease of use and customer satisfaction, Cognitive Systems shows how thoughtful design ensures Wi-Fi Sensing’s real-world success.
How Will Wi-Fi Sensing Reach Mass Adoption?
Part 3 of our 802.11bf series highlights the importance of interoperability and industry adoption for Wi-Fi Sensing's success. Seamless communication between devices from different manufacturers is key to creating a unified ecosystem and driving growth. As vendors gradually implement 802.11bf features, sensing capabilities and Wi-Fi reliability will improve. The blog also stresses the need for strategic partnerships, education, and innovation to overcome challenges and unlock the full potential of this transformative technology.
What Role Do Wi-Fi Mesh Networks Play in a Standardized Future?
This blog, co-authored by Chris Beg, Cognitive’s Wireless Systems Architect, delves into the pivotal role of Wi-Fi mesh networks in the future of standardized wireless technology, particularly in the context of the emerging 802.11bf standard. It highlights how mesh networks enhance Wi-Fi Sensing capabilities, offering improved coverage, reliability, and device compatibility. The blog also discusses the integration of Wi-Fi CERTIFIED EasyMesh®, which addresses vendor compatibility challenges and supports the seamless adoption of advanced sensing features, ultimately positioning mesh networks as a key enabler in the evolution of Wi-Fi connectivity.
How Does 802.11bf Enhance Legacy Sensing?
As we approach the final approval of this groundbreaking amendment in 2025, it's crucial to understand how 802.11bf is set to revolutionize wireless communication by seamlessly integrating motion sensing capabilities into existing Wi-Fi networks. The first part of this three-part blog series focuses on how the 802.11bf standard enhances legacy Wi-Fi sensing capabilities. It explains how the standard, without requiring major hardware changes, introduces flexible and robust sensing features that can be integrated into existing Wi-Fi networks. By leveraging current Wi-Fi components and maintaining compatibility with legacy devices, 802.11bf ensures a smooth transition to advanced sensing applications, enabling more reliable and consistent measurements while avoiding costly upgrades.
Meet the Cognitive Team: Bob El-Hawary, EVP Sales
Revolutionizing Wi-Fi technology requires a dedicated team to push boundaries. As our Wi-Fi Sensing technology, WiFi Motion expands globally, we’d like to introduce you to one of the many faces at Cognitive making this possible: our EVP Sales, Bob El-Hawary. From measuring success to building trust Bob discusses his role at Cognitive and how he helps WiFi Motion reach its full potential.
Get To Know the Tech: Wi-Fi Sensing 101
This blog provides a comprehensive introduction to Wi-Fi Sensing, a cutting-edge technology that uses existing Wi-Fi networks to detect motion within a space. It explains how Wi-Fi Sensing works by analyzing changes in Wi-Fi signals as they interact with movement, offering a camera-free way to monitor environments. The blog also introduces Cognitive Systems' WiFi Motion™ technology, which leverages machine learning to provide detailed insights and customizable alerts for home security, wellness monitoring, and smart home automation. Whether you're curious about the technical aspects or interested in the practical applications, this blog answers common questions and highlights how Wi-Fi Sensing can enhance everyday living.
How to Optimize Wi-Fi Sensing Coverage
Setting up a Wi-Fi Sensing system effectively can turn a home into a connected environment with accurate motion detection. Optimal coverage is key, considering the impact of construction materials on Wi-Fi signals. Using stable, fixed devices ensures reliable data, while strategic placement in high-traffic areas maximizes performance. Regular assessments and adjustments help maintain system effectiveness and user satisfaction. For more details, download our comprehensive Wi-Fi Sensing Coverage whitepaper.
Revolutionizing Elder Care with Wi-Fi Sensing Technology
We are thrilled to introduce our newest partner, Electronic Caregiver, in this special guest blog. They discuss ...