Smart plugs can add controls to any outlet, but they aren’t perfect for everything. Here’s our guide to using one and which ...

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Holiday homes are turning into winter wonderlands with lights, music, and, in some cases, a lot more. Products to help manage your lights and kits can offer some extra fun this season. Consumer ...

Smart plugs offer the convenience of a smart home without the cost of new connected devices. And pairing them with Apple's Shortcuts app opens up a world of automation possibilities. I've written for ...

The importance of light in our daily lives is often underestimated. Light wakes us, guides us, and nourishes us. It can motivate and make you feel energized or create a cozy feel and help you relax.

Smart plugs lower electric bills by improving control and monitoring while eliminating standby power. Adding a smart plug may help you save as much as $20 to $60 per year. Small savings add up when ...

What’s one of the best ways to upgrade your home for not much money at all? Add a few smart plugs to your outlets! They’ll ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...