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Shelly launches Flood S Gen4 smart water leak sensor with Matter support

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Shelly has released its new Flood S Gen4 smart water leak sensor, priced at $27.99. This compact, battery-powered device features three large stainless steel contact pads for detecting even small amounts of water, including condensation. It offers both Zigbee and Matter connectivity, with Matter support enabling integration with various smart home ecosystems like Amazon Alexa and Apple Home. The sensor can trigger a built-in alarm, send smartphone notifications, and be used for automations such as shutting off water valves or power to appliances when a leak is detected. Shelly also offers three alarm profiles to balance detection speed and battery life, with the included CR123A battery lasting up to two years. AI

IMPACT Enhances smart home automation capabilities with improved leak detection and cross-platform integration.

RANK_REASON Product launch of a smart home device.

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Shelly launches Flood S Gen4 smart water leak sensor with Matter support

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Lamkin, Contributor ·

    Shelly Launches Flood S Gen4: A Budget Matter & Zigbee Leak Sensor

    Shelly’s $27.99 Flood S Gen4 water sensor features Matter, Zigbee, 2-year battery life, and high-sensitivity contact pads to catch leaks early.

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