Smart plugs are awesome, because they give you a great easy way to add some Wi-Fi connectivity and app control to your “dumb” devices, like fans, lamps, and coffee makers. But how “smart” is it to ...

If you have smart speakers such as an Apple HomePod or an Amazon Echo device, you can use voice commands to control your ...

Smart plugs allow you to take any device that plugs into a wall and make it into a smart device. If you connect a smart plug to your holiday lights, you can control them remotely via a companion app.

A quick browse on your favorite shopping site and you'll see thousands of smart products you can buy for your home. There's the commonly used smart security camera, smart light, and smart speaker and ...

While new homes and devices are getting smarter, smaller devices are still needed to make “dumb” appliances and devices smart. There are a number on the market to choose from, each with different ...

Smart plugs quickly make your home more intelligent, turning a simple appliance into one that connects to your wi-fi. When you think of the possibilities, it's easy to see how turning plugs on and off ...

If you've been hanging around the smart home world, you've probably heard a lot of buzz about smart plugs, or you might already own some. These nifty devices are easily one of the cheapest ways to ...

Options are pretty limited when it comes to outdoor smart plugs. They've taken a backseat to the plethora of connected outlets and switches offered for inside the home. The Outdoor Smart Plug from ...

The future is here, and the dream of the smart home is as alive as ever, but many smart home devices are still prohibitively expensive. Just one smart lightbulb can set you back what it would cost to ...

If you’ve ever wanted to turn on your window or portable air conditioner before you got home—or simply without walking into another room—you might want to invest in a smart AC controller. These handy ...

Jacob Kastrenakes is The Verge’s executive editor. He has covered tech, policy, and online creators for over a decade. Amazon is announcing another small new Alexa device today: a smart plug that lets ...