I found this small white box in my rental home… anyone know what this is? Here’s a picture:
That looks like an Xfinity motion detector. Part of their security system.
Here’s a similar one on eBay:
Yep, it’s the Xfinity Comcast XHS1-UE Motion Sensor.
I actually confirmed it through a quick Google image search.
Merlin said:
Yep, it’s the Xfinity Comcast XHS1-UE Motion Sensor.
I actually confirmed it through a quick Google image search.
I tried that too and it matched. Thanks!
That’s a zwave motion detector for Xfinity. You can pair it with systems like Home Assistant, but it won’t work with Google Nest.
Looks like a motion detector to me.
Thanks, everyone! This clears things up.
I’d put a piece of foil over it just in case it hides a camera… better safe than sorry.
Darby said:
I’d put a piece of foil over it just in case it hides a camera… better safe than sorry.
Nah, it’s just a motion detector. It’s probably for a security system, not a camera.
@Clay
Could someone technically mod it to hide a camera? Maybe, but it’s unlikely. I don’t see any clear part on it that would work for a lens.
Definitely not made by Google or Nest. No doubt about that.
Honestly, if it bothers you, just take it down… that constant worry can really mess with you.
Chandler said:
Honestly, if it bothers you, just take it down… that constant worry can really mess with you.
Just be careful if it’s part of an active alarm. Taking it down might alert the homeowner or even the police. Best to ask the landlord first if you’re unsure. They should know if it’s still in use or if you’re allowed to remove it.