Top Stories· August 18, 2026 at 01:30 p.m.
Comcast Enables Wi-Fi Motion Sensing on Millions of Xfinity Routers
Key takeaways
- Comcast is enabling Wi-Fi motion sensing on millions of its routers
- The feature is part of the new Xfinity Shield service
- It works by detecting disruptions in the Wi-Fi signal
Comcast is activating Wi-Fi motion sensing capabilities on its Xfinity gateways XB7 and newer, turning these devices into home activity monitors. The feature, available at no additional cost, is part of the new Xfinity Shield service and can be accessed via an update to the Xfinity Internet app released today, August 18th. The motion detection works by identifying disruptions in the Wi-Fi signal between the Xfinity gateway and any Wi-Fi-connected device.
