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With the cost of living rising every day, homeowners are always looking for ways to save money. Utility costs are unavoidable because we all need access to essential services like electricity, water, ...

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 ...

Smart home gear always seemed like something you'd spend a fortune on and then waste a weekend trying to set up. I bought an Amazon Smart Plug on a whim for $13, and it completely changed my ...

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My nighttime, dim lamp is just out of reach from my bed, forcing me to get up every night just as I've gotten cozy and turn it off. I finally need to pull the trigger and get smart plugs. Thankfully, ...

Want to turn your dumb house into a much smarter one without spending an absolute fortune? Then get yourself a smart plug. Costing less than $20/£15, these clever little devices allow you to switch ...

When it comes time to automate our homes, many of us turn to smart plugs. We can easily upgrade our dumb devices with a smart plug, allowing us to do everything from turning them on and off remotely ...

A smart plug is one of the simplest, yet most convenient additions if you prefer smart home devices. For some lucky Amazon accounts, you can grab a smart plug for an epically low price through the end ...

If you're looking for an ultra-affordable away to make a part of your home a little smarter, look no further than the Amazon Smart Plug. Prime Day deals have brought the IoT device down to just $13, ...

Amazon’s smart plug is back to its lowest price ever ahead of October Prime Day. Now just $13 (nearly half off), the plug can be programmed to automatically shut off lights, start up coffee-makers, ...