# Using ItsaSNAP for HomeKit PIR Motion Detection
## Overview
This project demonstrates how to **create a motion-activated system using a PIR motion sensor** and an Adafruit FunHouse to control HomeKit devices through the [itsaSNAP](https://learn.adafruit.com/it-s-a-snap-by-adafruit) app - all **without coding!** **[itsaSNAP](https://learn.adafruit.com/it-s-a-snap-by-adafruit) is now a bridge between Adafruit IO feeds and HomeKit devices**, allowing automatic updates to HomeKit devices based on sensor data.
You'll use Adafruit IO and a FunHouse running WipperSnapper firmware to configure a PIR motion sensor. Then, through the [itsaSNAP app](https://learn.adafruit.com/it-s-a-snap-by-adafruit), your sensor's data can control various Apple HomeKit devices - from native Apple accessories to third-party products like Nanoleaf light strips!
## What is itsaSNAP?
itsaSNAP is a simple iOS app that explores [Adafruit IO](https://io.adafruit.com/). It lets you send data to your [Adafruit IO feeds](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-io-basics-feeds) and link it to control or monitor your internet-connected projects. **We recently added HomeKit functionality.** You can now send Adafruit IO data to HomeKit devices. This lets you control and check Adafruit devices from your phone, anywhere.
## What is WipperSnapper?
WipperSnapper is a firmware designed to turn any WiFi-capable board into an Internet-of-Things device without programming a single line of code. WipperSnapper connects to [Adafruit IO](https://io.adafruit.com/), a web platform designed ([by Adafruit!](https://www.adafruit.com/about)) to _display_, _respond_, and _interact_ with your project's data.
Simply load the WipperSnapper firmware onto your board, add credentials, and plug it into power. Your board will automatically register itself with your Adafruit IO account.
From there, you can add _components_ to your board such as buttons, switches, potentiometers, sensors, and more! Components are _dynamically _added to hardware, so you can immediately start interacting, logging, and streaming the data your projects produce without writing code.
## Parts
### Part: Nanoleaf Essentials Matter
quantity: 1
Bluetooth & Thread Smart LED Lightstrip 80" Smarter Kit (2m) - RGB & Whites, Controller, App & Voice Control (Works with Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings)
[Nanoleaf Essentials Matter](https://www.amazon.com/Nanoleaf-Essentials-Bluetooth-Lightstrip-Smarter/dp/B0C1JB8ZPT/ref=pd_lpo_d_sccl_1/138-4702088-8706345?pd_rd_w=4yOdl&content-id=amzn1.sym.4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_p=4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_r=RY7HDVY6AKJPTX6P4FNM&pd_rd_wg=sqwAi&pd_rd_r=1e4d25f6-afa3-44cc-a9a9-275e65ade525&pd_rd_i=B0C1JB8ZPT&th=1)
### PIR (motion) sensor
[PIR (motion) sensor](https://www.adafruit.com/product/189)
PIR sensors are used to detect motion from pets/humanoids from about 20 feet away (possibly works on zombies, not guaranteed). This one has an adjustable delay before firing (approx 2-4 seconds), adjustable sensitivity **and** we include a 1 foot (30 cm) cable with a socket so you...
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### Adafruit FunHouse - WiFi Home Automation Development Board
[Adafruit FunHouse - WiFi Home Automation Development Board](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4985)
Home is where the heart is...it's also where we keep all our electronic bits. So why not wire it up with sensors and actuators to turn our house into an electronic wonderland. Whether it's tracking the environmental temperature and humidity in your laundry room, or notifying you when...
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### Woven USB Cable with USB Type A to Right Angle USB Type C
[Woven USB Cable with USB Type A to Right Angle USB Type C](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5031)
Some days we're feeling extra fancy here at the 'fruit warehouse, and we have a big soft spot for woven fabric cables. Like, peep [this fully reversible pink/purple Blinka-inspired cable](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4111) or
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### Adafruit IO+ Subscription Pass – One Year
[Adafruit IO+ Subscription Pass – One Year](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3792)
The all-in-one Internet of Things service from Adafruit you know and love is now _even better_ with IO+. The 'plus' stands for MORE STUFF! More feeds, dashboards, storage, speed. Power up your [Adafruit IO](https://io.adafruit.com/) with the $99 pass for 1 year of the...
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[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/3792/guides)
- [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/itsasnap-homekit-pir-motion-detection/wippersnapper-setup.md)
## Featured Products
### PIR (motion) sensor
[PIR (motion) sensor](https://www.adafruit.com/product/189)
PIR sensors are used to detect motion from pets/humanoids from about 20 feet away (possibly works on zombies, not guaranteed). This one has an adjustable delay before firing (approx 2-4 seconds), adjustable sensitivity **and** we include a 1 foot (30 cm) cable with a socket so you...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/189)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/189/guides)
### Adafruit FunHouse - WiFi Home Automation Development Board
[Adafruit FunHouse - WiFi Home Automation Development Board](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4985)
Home is where the heart is...it's also where we keep all our electronic bits. So why not wire it up with sensors and actuators to turn our house into an electronic wonderland. Whether it's tracking the environmental temperature and humidity in your laundry room, or notifying you when...
Out of Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4985)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4985/guides)
### Woven USB Cable with USB Type A to Right Angle USB Type C
[Woven USB Cable with USB Type A to Right Angle USB Type C](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5031)
Some days we're feeling extra fancy here at the 'fruit warehouse, and we have a big soft spot for woven fabric cables. Like, peep [this fully reversible pink/purple Blinka-inspired cable](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4111) or
Out of Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5031)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/5031/guides)
### Adafruit IO+ Subscription Pass – One Year
[Adafruit IO+ Subscription Pass – One Year](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3792)
The all-in-one Internet of Things service from Adafruit you know and love is now _even better_ with IO+. The 'plus' stands for MORE STUFF! More feeds, dashboards, storage, speed. Power up your [Adafruit IO](https://io.adafruit.com/) with the $99 pass for 1 year of the...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3792)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/3792/guides)
## Related Guides
- [PIR Motion Sensor](https://learn.adafruit.com/pir-passive-infrared-proximity-motion-sensor.md)
- [Adafruit FunHouse](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-funhouse.md)
- [No-Code WipperSnapper Water Detection](https://learn.adafruit.com/water-detection-with-wippersnapper.md)
- [No-Code Battery Monitoring with WipperSnapper](https://learn.adafruit.com/no-code-battery-monitoring-with-wippersnapper.md)
- [No-Code WipperSnapper IoT Power Switch Outlet](https://learn.adafruit.com/no-code-wippersnapper-iot-power-switch-outlet.md)
- [Adafruit IO IOT Hub with the Adafruit FunHouse](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-io-hub-with-the-adafruit-funhouse.md)
- [Creating FunHouse Projects with CircuitPython](https://learn.adafruit.com/creating-funhouse-projects-with-circuitpython.md)
- [How to Add a New Board to WipperSnapper](https://learn.adafruit.com/how-to-add-a-new-board-to-wippersnapper.md)
- [CircuitPython OctoPrint Controller and Monitor](https://learn.adafruit.com/circuitpython-octoprint-controller-and-monitor.md)
- [CircuitPython Webcam with OV2640](https://learn.adafruit.com/circuitpython-webcam-with-ov2640.md)
- [Ikea Vindriktning Hack with QT Py ESP32-S3 and Adafruit IO](https://learn.adafruit.com/ikea-vindriktning-hack-with-qt-py-esp32-s3-and-adafruit-io.md)
- [Quickstart: Adafruit IO WipperSnapper ](https://learn.adafruit.com/quickstart-adafruit-io-wippersnapper.md)
- [FunHouse Parking Assistant](https://learn.adafruit.com/funhouse-parking-assistant.md)
- [Motion Activated Outlet with the Adafruit FunHouse](https://learn.adafruit.com/motion-activated-outlet-with-the-adafruit-funhouse.md)
- [Using Piezo Buzzers with WipperSnapper](https://learn.adafruit.com/using-piezo-buzzers-with-wippersnapper.md)
- [Scan QR Codes with CircuitPython](https://learn.adafruit.com/scan-qr-codes-with-circuitpython.md)
- [Track a Turtle with WipperSnapper](https://learn.adafruit.com/track-a-turtle-with-wippersnapper.md)