Shelly Group has announced the release of its new Shelly Plug Gen4 smart plug. The company, which works in home automation and smart building products, says this plug is now available in the United States. The Shelly Plug Gen4 is part of the company’s Gen4 line, and it is designed to handle a range of tasks for both homes and businesses in North America.
The Shelly Plug Gen4 supports multiple connection types, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the Matter standard. This means the plug can connect with many different devices and platforms. It can also work with voice assistants such as Alexa and Google Home. These features make it possible to add the plug to different smart home systems without needing special setup or extra equipment.
Another feature of the Shelly Plug Gen4 is its energy monitoring. The plug can track how much energy a connected device uses in real time. This lets people see which devices use the most power and make choices that might help lower their energy bills. The plug also allows for scheduling and automation, so users can turn devices on or off at set times or based on other triggers. The local control feature means the plug will still work even if the internet is down, which can be helpful during outages.
Shelly Group says privacy is a main focus for this product. The Shelly Plug Gen4 can run automations and store data locally, so information about how the plug is being used does not need to leave the home or business unless the user wants it to. This is different from many other smart plugs that send data to the cloud by default.
The plug is designed to meet US electrical standards and can be used with a wide range of household and office devices. Shelly Group aims to provide a product that is simple to set up and use, whether someone is familiar with smart home products or just getting started. The company also says it will provide regular updates to keep the plug working with new devices and technologies as they become available.
With the release of the Shelly Plug Gen4, Shelly Group is adding another choice for people who want more control over their devices and energy use. The plug is now available for purchase across North America. More information can be found on the company’s website.
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