Smart devices under the brand Shelly Wave, designed for home automation control, are now being shipped and delivered to customers.
In an exciting development for the smart home industry, Shelly Group has announced the availability of its portfolio of Shelly Wave devices, featuring Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) technology. This cutting-edge technology promises to revolutionise large-scale smart home applications by offering extended communication range, scalable networks, and advanced security features.
The new Shelly Wave Pro series, which includes the Shelly Wave Pro 1, Shelly Wave Pro 1PM, Shelly Wave Pro 2, Shelly Wave Pro 2PM, Shelly Wave Pro 3, and the newly introduced Shelly Wave Pro Shutter, is designed to provide a robust, secure, and scalable smart home network that exceeds the range and device limits of previous Z-Wave technology.
The Shelly Wave Pro Shutter, specifically designed for motorized window treatments, is likely to offer improved control compared to existing products. Similarly, the new Shelly Wave i4 and Shelly Wave i4 DC, expected to be available later this year, are anticipated to offer enhanced functionality or features compared to their predecessors in the i4 series.
ZWLR technology offers several key benefits. It extends the communication range to over 1 mile line of sight, making it possible to maintain reliable connectivity across large properties, including detached structures and distant points, overcoming traditional Z-Wave range limitations. The high scalability enables managing up to 4,000 devices on one network without interference or diminished performance, making it suitable for extensive smart home or building automation setups.
Advanced security features, such as advanced encryption, ensure secure communications, while backward compatibility ensures legacy Z-Wave devices continue to operate within the network, preserving past investments. This preserves Wi-Fi bandwidth for streaming and gaming, ensuring a smooth and efficient smart home experience.
Shelly Wave devices, based on the Z-Wave 800 Series chip, come in a mix of power sources (including battery-powered units) and cover a wide range of functions such as plugs, sensors, dimmers, and shutters, providing flexible and energy-efficient smart home solutions.
The availability of these new products may expand the capabilities of smart home systems using ZWLR technology. Nine ZWLR devices are now shipping, including the Shelly Wave Plug, Shelly Wave 1, Shelly Wave 1PM, Shelly Wave 2PM, Shelly Wave 1 Mini, Shelly Wave 1PM Mini, Shelly Wave PM Mini, Shelly Wave H&T, and Shelly Wave Motion. These new ZWLR devices can be purchased from the Shelly USA web store and through authorized distributors across North America.
Shelly Group now supports every major smart home connectivity protocol, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter, providing users with a wide range of options to integrate their smart home devices seamlessly. With the expanded lineup of ZWLR devices, Shelly Group now offers a total of 17 products designed to cater to various smart home needs.
In summary, the integration of ZWLR technology in Shelly Wave devices is set to redefine large-scale smart home networks by offering a robust, secure, and scalable solution that overcomes the challenges posed by thick walls or long distances. This development is expected to significantly enhance the smart home experience for users, making it more efficient, reliable, and secure.
- The Shelly Wave devices, based on Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) technology, are now available through the Shelly USA web store and authorized distributors across North America, expanding the capabilities of smart home systems.
- The announcement of the Shelly Wave Pro series, featuring ZWLR technology, marks a significant step forward for the smart home industry, promising to revolutionize large-scale smart home applications.
- The Shelly Wave Pro series includes smart-home-devices like the Shelly Wave Pro 1, Shelly Wave Pro 1PM, Shelly Wave Pro 2, Shelly Wave Pro 2PM, Shelly Wave Pro 3, and the Shelly Wave Pro Shutter, offering a robust, secure, and scalable smart home network.
- The new Shelly Wave Pro Shutter, designed for motorized window treatments, and the upcoming Shelly Wave i4 and Shelly Wave i4 DC, are expected to offer enhanced functionality or features compared to their predecessors, improving smart-home lifestyle.
