Motion zones
Motion zones, also called activity zones, are areas of a camera’s view that you choose to watch for movement so motion elsewhere does not trigger alerts.
Also called: activity zones
What it means for you
Draw them around a doorway or driveway to cut down on alerts from the street, trees or shadows. The options and names vary by camera and app, so check yours before you rely on them.
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Definitions are short and general. For model-specific details, check your device maker’s own documentation.