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 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 ...

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 wall outlet and it can make any device ...

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 ...

From basics like light bulbs and plug sockets to upmarket items like robot vacuum cleaners, smart home essentials don't have ...

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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 ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Smart plugs remain one of the best ways to start a smart ...

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 ...

As households look for practical ways to keep energy costs under control in 2026, simple smart home gadgets are proving ...