Remember The Clapper? The plug-in staple may have made for a catchy jingle in the 1980s, but it could also be considered as a primitive ancestor of today's smart plug-- that is, if you can say ...

Today's smart plugs are compact, inexpensive and can turn a wide variety of household appliances on or off with remote app ...

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 ...

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— Recommendations are independently chosen by our editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us and our publishing partners a commission. I consider myself a pretty tech-savvy person. So I ...

A smart plug doesn't necessarily have to be used with modern, expensive gadgets around the house. With a little research and some quick setup, you can easily turn everyday, dumb appliances into smart ...

A person syncing a smartphone to a smart plug. - Daisy-daisy/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Our homes are gradually getting smarter in both the micro and macro ...