The Amazon Smart Plug is a great way to bring some intelligence to some otherwise "dumb" appliances. Once a smart plug is set up, you can schedule a coffee maker to start, keep tabs on how much power ...

Do you wish you could control your appliances with just a tap on your phone? Want to go a step further and have things just ...

If you are looking at smart plugs and came across the THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Plug, you might be wondering if it is worth ...

Not sure where to start with smart plugs? At CNET, these are the tricks we use to make our homes smarter and routines faster. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, ...

While the demand for smart homes is rising, cost is still a barrier. However, some devices can help you enjoy the benefits of smart technology without the trouble of a complete overhaul. You can use a ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Smart plugs can be surprisingly useful outside the house. These four outdoor ideas cover everything from pest control to ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart plugs are an excellent way to automate your existing gadgets and appliances. In fact, they're omnipresent in my house simply because ...

I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...