Surge protectors might not be the flashiest gaming gear, but they shield all that expensive equipment for your battle station from irreversible damage caused by even just a slight voltage spike — ...

We've all been there: you're setting up your home office or trying to tame the chaos of tangled cords in your living room, and you reach for that trusty power strip. But did you know that not all ...

A USB power strip is the small, simple tech accessory can make a big difference in the neatness of your space. By Brandt Ranj Published May 20, 2023 9:00 AM EDT We may earn revenue from the products ...

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Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

While all smart power strips look almost the same, it goes without saying that TP-Link’s Kasa Smart Plug is an exception to this. It comes with support for popular voice assistants, while also ...

Welp, it finally happened. I was deep in the throes of a complex edit when I heard a crackling noise. It was faint at first… ...

I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...

If you grew up with adults telling you to unplug appliances to save electricity, it turns out, they weren't being dramatic — those appliances can continue to drain energy, even if you power them off.

If you have a desktop computer, a home theater, a laptop, wireless earbuds, or any other number of gadgets gathered in one spot for use or for charging, you probably have them plugged into a power ...

Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities category, with a focus on energy-saving advice, thermostats, and heating and cooling. Jon has more than a decade ...