5 Smart plugs to control your electronics from afar
Controlled
by an app, smart plugs make your life at home easier. Whether you want
to start your coffee maker from your bed or play music without getting
up from your couch, smart plugs give your non-smart home devices the
ability to be smarter. They connect to your standard wall outlet and
enhance your smart home experience.
The
latest smart plugs aren’t just for home automation but also for cutting
down your energy consumption rates. Let’s take a look at some of our
favorite smart plugs you can bring home today to enjoy a smarter life at
home.
TP-Link Smart Plug Mini
Covering just a single outlet, this system connects
via Wi-Fi to offer seamless control. This device features a standard
outlet for you to plug in electronics such as your lamp, refrigerator,
and more. Once plugged in, the Smart Plug Mini connects to your device
using your home’s Wi-Fi network.
Why we love it: Great for lamps and lights, it can help thwart burglars.
Wemo Mini Smart Plug
Using your home’s Wi-Fi network, you can manage your devices using your smartphone or tablet. The Wemo Mini Smart Plug
gives you an effortless and seamless connection all without a
subscription or a hub. First, plug the Wemo Mini into a standard outlet.
Second, plug your electronics into the built-in socket. Finally, use
the free Wemo app to control your device as you please.
Why we love it: Because it uses Wi-Fi, you can control your electronics from anywhere in the world.
Koogeek Wi-Fi Smart Plug
Pairing with an app on your smartphone or tablet, this handy outlet
enables you to turn electronics off and on and even create a schedule
for the devices you use most. Perfect for those who are looking to cut
down on utility bills or just those who always forget to turn off the
lights, the Koogeek Smart Plug is super easy to use.
Why we love it: With smart scheduling, you’ll never forget to turn off the lights again.
Zuli Smartplug — Smart Outlet Plug
By simply plugging into a standard outlet, anything plugged into the Zuli Smartplug
can be customized, configured, and controlled with precision. For
instance, it instantly turns any lamp into a dimmable light with a
timer. The Zuli Smartplug is so smart that it can also detect when you
enter or a leave a room and will automatically turn your preferred
devices on or off with your exact settings.
Why we love it: In addition to control, this device can sense you and your family.
SmartPlug — WiFi Enabled Wall Plug from iHome
Using
the renowned iHome Control app, you’re able to create schedules for
home automation as well as save on your energy bill by turning
appliances off from anywhere. This Wi-Fi enabled plug also works with Apple Homekit so with a simple voice command to Siri, you can control any appliance in your house.
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