Abode adds outdoor-rated sensors for garages, gates and other entry points
Abode Systems says its Garage Tilt Sensor and Outdoor Contact Sensor are designed to monitor exterior access points and work with its automation tools.
Abode Systems said Tuesday it has launched two outdoor-rated smart home security sensors, the Garage Tilt Sensor and the Outdoor Contact Sensor, for monitoring exterior entry points.
The company said the products are meant to cover access points that indoor sensors may not reach, including garage doors, gates, sheds, storage units, mailboxes, detached garages, attic hatch doors, basement tilt windows and other hinged panels.
Why it matters
Abode said the sensors are part of a perimeter security setup that can work with its CUE automation engine. The company said they can trigger custom actions, such as turning on lights when a gate opens after dark or closing a garage door that has been left open for more than 10 minutes.
Key product details
Abode said the Garage Tilt Sensor detects when a surface changes orientation by more than 45 degrees from its resting position. The company said the sensor sends app alerts, is wireless and discreet, and has up to 10 years of battery life under standard utilization. It also includes low-battery notifications and a built-in tamper switch.
The Outdoor Contact Sensor is designed for metal gates, sheds, storage units, mailboxes and detached garages, according to Abode. The company said it uses a stronger magnet and a wider activation gap to reduce false alarms. It also has an IP66-rated enclosure, dual tamper switches and app alerts when triggered.
Abode said both sensors require an Abode hub for full functionality and can extend connectivity up to 500 feet under optimal conditions.
Background
The release said Abode was founded in 2014 by former ADT executive Christopher Carney and has been part of the Nice group since 2018.
Abode said the Garage Tilt Sensor has an MSRP of $34.99 and the Outdoor Contact Sensor has an MSRP of $49.99. Both are available now at goabode.com, and the company said it is offering a limited-time Perimeter Protection Bundle with one of each sensor for $59.99.
What the company said
Chris Carney, identified in the release as Abode’s CEO and founder, said, “Break-ins usually don't start at the front door.” He also said, “We built these sensors because the perimeter of a home deserves the same protection as the inside of it.”
What happens next
Abode said the products are available now.
Sources
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