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mmWave vs. Wi-Fi Sensing – What’s the Difference?
For most of modern history, detecting movement meant pointing a camera at something or relying on a motion detector that sensed heat (passive infrared or PIR). Using radio waves for detection isn’t new—radar systems have done it since the 1940s—but what is new is how...
mmWave vs. Wi-Fi Sensing – What’s the Difference?
mmWave and Wi-Fi Sensing are often mentioned in the same breath, but they’re built for different purposes and excel in different ways. This post breaks down how each technology works, from the high-precision, short-range capabilities of mmWave radar to the scalable, cost-effective intelligence of Wi-Fi Sensing. By comparing their strengths, limitations, and future roles, we explore how both are redefining what it means for wireless networks to sense the world around them.
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Why is Wi-Fi Sensing Great for Small Businesses?
This blog explores how Wi-Fi Sensing revolutionizes security and efficiency for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). By leveraging existing Wi-Fi networks, this innovative technology provides cost-effective, scalable motion detection without the need for costly hardware. Discover how Wi-Fi Sensing helps SMBs protect assets, adapt to changing demands, and streamline operations—ensuring a secure, future-ready solution that meets their unique needs.
How Do We Integrate WiFi Motion on New Devices?
The integration of WiFi Motion into Wi-Fi chipsets involves a detailed process of hardware evaluation, software customization, and close collaboration with Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs) to enable accurate motion-sensing capabilities. With advancements like the upcoming 802.11bf standard, the process is set to become more streamlined, paving the way for wider adoption and enhanced efficiency. This blog covers how Cognitive manages these integrations in advance of the standard.
Sensing: The Spectrum Hero in a Crowded World
Spectrum is the lifeblood of modern communication, powering everything from smartphones to smart homes. However, with rising demand and finite availability, managing spectrum effectively has become a pressing challenge. This blog explores the critical role of spectrum in wireless connectivity, the growing scarcity problem, and how innovative solutions like Wi-Fi Sensing and other sensing technologies can help industries maximize efficiency and deliver value in an increasingly crowded spectrum landscape.
The Top 3 Wellness Indicators to Track for Seniors
This blog explores the role of Wi-Fi Sensing in proactive senior health monitoring, covering three essential indicators: mobility, sleep quality, and social engagement. Learn how this innovative, non-intrusive technology allows caregivers to track key changes in seniors' health, helping to catch early warning signs before they escalate.
Bridging the Tech Divide: Why Partnerships and Open-Source Are Key to Smarter Homes
With tech advancements on the rise, no single innovation can address every challenge. The real power lies in collaboration. This blog explores how partnerships and open-source frameworks like those by prpl Foundation and the IEEE 802.11bf standard foster interoperability in Wi-Fi Sensing, making it a vital player in the smart home ecosystem. By enabling data fusion and connecting diverse technologies, Wi-Fi Sensing offers enhanced security, home automation, and healthcare monitoring.
The Benefits of Wi-Fi Sensing for Whole Home Awareness
Home security today is moving beyond simply securing entry points and perimeters. With Wi-Fi Sensing, you gain whole home awareness—continuous insight into movement and activity across your entire home. This blog explores how Wi-Fi Motion technology can integrate with existing security systems, offering privacy-respecting, cost-effective, and comprehensive coverage that reduces false alarms and scales seamlessly with your needs. Learn how Wi-Fi Sensing can enhance traditional home security and bring peace of mind through proactive monitoring across every corner of your home.
Meet the Cognitive Team: Dr. Taj Manku, CEO & Co-Founder | Part 2
In Part 2 of his video interview series, get to know Dr. Taj Manku, CEO and Co-Founder of Cognitive Systems, as he shares his thoughts on mentorship, problem-solving, and innovation. Dr. Manku discusses the importance of helping people see both the bigger picture and the intricate details, the challenges of scaling an idea from one to a million, and the discipline required to prioritize solutions for customers.
The Opportunity of Too Much Data
As the smart home industry grows, managing fragmented data from various devices has become a major challenge. The future of smart homes lies in turning this data into actionable insights, using AI and Wi-Fi Sensing technology to create intuitive, adaptive environments. Cognitive Systems is at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging WiFi Motion™ technology to improve security, energy efficiency, and health monitoring—all while simplifying the smart home experience.
CareAware Wins Best Wi-Fi for Social Impact Award – 2024 WBA Industry Awards
Cognitive is thrilled to announce that CareAware, our innovative Wi-Fi Sensing solution developed in partnership with Electronic Caregiver, has won Best Wi-Fi for Social Impact Award at the 2024 Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) Industry Awards. CareAware uses wireless signals to monitor movement and presence within the home, allowing caregivers to track seniors' activity, sleep patterns, and overall well-being in real-time, all without the need for wearable devices.