To understand why electric outlets aren’t all the same, you need to know how a plug works. In the U.S., the slot on the right side of an electrical outlet is called the “hot” side and the sl ...

Unlike most standard surge protectors, the GE Pro 6-Outlet Extender slips into your outlet with a three-prong plug, and, instead of providing the AC outlets at the front, they’re located on the ...

Read the full guide to plug-in smart outlets ... is a previous runner-up and still an aesthetic standout thanks to a side outlet and a customizable LED night-light that you can turn on or off ...

with two outlets available on each side of the pair of units. [ Further reading: The best smart plugs ] Currant The Currant WiFi Smart Outlet’s internals can be rotated to allow plugs to attach ...

ConnectSense’s Smart Outlet has been one of my favorite picks for add-on smart outlets for a year now, thanks to its comparatively unobtrusive design and full array of features. The original ...

The Wyze Plug Outdoor includes two 15-amp outlets you can control independently ... alerts when energy thresholds are exceeded and view consumption history in the Wyze app.

Finally, ConnectSense included an RBG LED on the left-hand side. That indicates the status of the plug. It shows whether the outlet is connected, for instance, or if something’s gone wrong.

If you have a crowded power strip, it's important to consider the plug outlet's location. For instance, some feature outlets on the side. Whether this layout is easier or more difficult to access ...

To understand why electric outlets aren’t all the same, you need to know how a plug works. In the U.S., the slot on the right side of an electrical outlet is called the “hot” side and the sl ...