Abode launches new Apple Home-compatible sensors for garages, gates, more
DIY smart home security company Abode expanded its Apple Home-compatible lineup today with two new sensors designed to monitor garage doors, gates, sheds, and other entry points. Here are the details.
Smart home security company Abode has introduced two new sensors for Apple Home-compatible devices, aimed at enhancing protection for garage doors, gates, sheds, and other entry points. The company's new Garage Tilt Sensor and Outdoor Contact Sensor are designed to monitor areas that traditional indoor sensors may not cover. Both sensors are compatible with Apple Home, Alexa, and Google Assistant, and can be integrated with Abode’s CUE smart home automation engine to create personalized behaviors, like automatically turning on driveway lights when an entry gate opens after dark or closing a garage door if it remains open for more than 10 minutes.
The Garage Tilt Sensor utilizes motion detection by sensing when a surface changes orientation by more than 45° from its original position. This makes it suitable for up-and-over-style or tilt-style garage doors, attic hatch doors, basement tilt windows, and any hinged panel that swings open at an angle. Homeowners receive alerts via the Abode app when the sensor is triggered, such as when a garage door starts to open or close.
The Outdoor Contact Sensor, rated IP66, is specifically designed for metal gates, sheds, storage units, mailboxes, and detached garages. Its stronger magnet and wider activation gap minimize false alarms that may occur with indoor sensors used outside. Upon triggering, the mid-size sensor promptly notifies users through the Abode app, enabling them to take swift action in response to unexpected activity.
Under optimal conditions, connectivity for both sensors can extend up to 500 feet. Setup instructions provided by Abode allow users to test the range before mounting the sensors.
Chris Carney, CEO and Founder of Abode, highlighted the importance of securing vulnerable entry points, stating, "Break-ins usually don't start at the front door. Unlocked side gates or garages present vulnerable access points often left unmonitored by homeowners." The suggested retail price for the Garage Tilt Sensor is $34.99, while the Outdoor Contact Sensor is priced at $49.99. For more Apple news, viewers can explore 9to5Mac on YouTube.
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