Here’s a breakdown of the information from the text, focusing on the Shelly Flood Gen 4 leak detector:
Product: Shelly Flood Gen 4 (leak detector)
Key Features:
* Connectivity: Supports Matter, Zigbee, Bluetooth, and dual-band Wi-Fi.
* Setup: Easy setup via Matter QR code (tested wiht Google Home app).
* Power: Requires 4 AA batteries (included).
* Rating: IP44-rated (suitable for damp environments).
* Detection: Uses a 6.5-foot leak detection cable.
Performance Issues (as reported in the text):
* False Negative: The detector did sound a local alarm when water was dripped on it, but failed to send an alert to the Google Home app.
* App Status: The app continued to show “No leak” even when a leak was detected.
* Repeatability: The issue occurred with multiple tests and two different units.
Affiliate Link: A link to purchase the Shelly Flood Gen 4 on Amazon is included.
Image: The text is accompanied by a photograph of Simon Hill.
