The built-in night-light means you can save one of those plugs for something else. (Amazon) I wouldn't say I'm afraid of the dark, but when I wake up in the middle of the night, I'm not a fan of ...

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 ...

As a tech writer, it probably won't shock you to learn that my house is overrun with gadgets. Cameras, computers, phones, smart displays — you name it, it's plugged in somewhere. Most of the time, I'm ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. These misleadingly simple gadgets are some of the most useful smart devices you can have in your home. If you buy ...

You find yourself in an airport or hotel room in another country, and you really need to charge your phone, camera or game system. But what is that strange-looking outlet? It has round holes! And ...

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Though it's far less of an issue today than it was in years past, it's still possible that you have (on at least one occasion) found yourself ...

The best smart plugs and outlets are extremely convenient, allowing you to use them throughout the house and get more control over your devices. Smart outlets and smart plugs often come with personal ...