Smart Plugs

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A $15 contact sensor turns your smart plug into something actually intelligent

Creating routines with your smart plugs based on actions from other sensors is game-changing.

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I checked my TV's standby power and the results surprised me

I always thought TVs would be power hungry.

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I connected my smart lights to my doorbell and it's a security game-changer

This makes it look like someone is home when I need it to.

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4 dumb appliances I made smart with one cheap plug

It made my smart home more efficient for cheap.

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I automated my morning routine with one $15 device

I have more pep in my step because of this.

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This $15 smart home gadget gives me more peace of mind than a security camera

I use it for a lot of reasons.

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I used a smart plug to stop my kid from staying up late

Just a few clicks and I was all set.

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I used smart plugs to audit my home’s energy use — here’s what I found

Certain spots were using more than I thought.

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4 low-tech gadgets that solve high-tech problems in your home

There's so much your home can do better.

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5 creative ways to use smart plugs to automate your home

Transform your living space with these ingenious smart plug hacks for efficiency, security, and comfort.

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5 devices under $20 that made my smart home work way better than I expected

These low-cost gadgets are all you need to optimize your smart home.

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4 things to never plug into a smart plug

Just because it's easy doesn't mean it's safe.

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Twelve South PlugBug 120 Review: A Wall Charger with Apple Find My Location Tracking

A compact wall charger featuring four USB-C ports, up to 120W output, and Apple Find My integration for location tracking.

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The Best Smart Plugs of 2024

You don't have to get rid of your existing home products to build a smart home.

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SwitchBot Hub 2 Review: Matter Comes to SwitchBot

It's an improvement on the previous Hub Mini, and thanks to Matter support, now works with HomeKit... sort of. Matter is far from ready, yet.

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Should You Unplug Electronic Devices When You're Not Using Them?

We all leave devices plugged in for convenience, but should we take the time to unplug everything?

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How to Install a Smart Plug to Better Automate Your Home

A smart switch is a great addition to any smart home. We'll walk you through the installation process.

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The Best Smart Sockets

Control your device's power and schedule on/off times with a range of smart sockets for your home.

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Do Smart Plugs Really Save Energy?

We’ll take a look at how using the smart home technology can save on your energy bill.

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Is It Safe to Use Smart Technology Outdoors?

Find out if you can use your technology in the great outdoors.

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