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It’s kind of like the Clapper, except for the extremely geeky: a remote controlled electrical outlet system from La Crosse. The Remote Control Outlet System lets you control any simple on/off devices ...

Time for a little old-school smart-home tech. The bundle includes two remotes as well. Plus: four bonus deals! Rick Broida is the author of numerous books and thousands of reviews, features and blog ...

In a home filled with PCs, monitors, and smart speakers, having enough outlets is key. But protecting those plugs is just as important, so if you’re looking for a surge protector with lots of control, ...

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Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. is The Verge’s executive editor. He has covered tech, policy, and online creators for over a decade. There are ...