{"id":1986,"date":"2026-02-03T12:04:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T10:04:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sznetwork.systems\/?p=1986"},"modified":"2026-02-03T12:04:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T10:04:37","slug":"motion-sensor-with-phone-notification-using-only-spare-parts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sznetwork.systems\/?p=1986","title":{"rendered":"Motion Sensor with Phone Notification Using Only Spare Parts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Motion Sensor with Phone Notification Using Only Spare Parts\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DYMDzCU8Xcg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this video, I build a simple DIY motion sensor that sends instant notifications to your mobile phone \u2014 without hubs, smart home systems, or complicated setups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole project is made from spare parts I already had, including a Sonoff device, a motion sensor from an alarm system, and a few basic components.<br>No Home Assistant, no Zigbee hub, no gateway \u2014 just simple hardware and cloud notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd27 What this project does:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Detects motion near an entrance or door<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sends a push notification to your phone<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Works standalone, no smart home ecosystem<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Can also turn on a lamp for a few seconds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Uses Sonoff inching mode (auto off timer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83e\udde9 Parts used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sonoff smart socket<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Motion sensor (alarm system type)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inverted relay<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Power supply (12V\u2013220V)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enclosure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wires and basic tools<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This solution is perfect if you want a cheap, simple, and reliable motion alert system without overengineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you enjoy DIY electronics, repurposing hardware, and simple automation, this video is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc4d Like the video if it was useful<br>\ud83d\udd14 Subscribe for more DIY tech and automation projects<br>\ud83d\udcac Questions or ideas? 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