Emporia's smart plug on a wood table. If you are just getting started in your smart home journey, there's one thing that's essential: the simplicity of a smart plug. You can plug it into a standard ...

This was one of the first smart plugs we tested, and setup was easy, even though we were newbies. We simply plugged it in, paired it with the Tapo app, and began setting up a schedule. The app made it ...

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 ...

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 ...

Most smart homes already have at least nine powerful features quietly sitting in the Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, Roku, ...

A single smart plug connected to a power strip. - ANNVIPS/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices continue to spoil the masses, and digital companions ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As far as smart and connected devices go, smart plugs are relatively simple. At their most basic, you can turn them on or off remotely, ...