The Amazon Smart Plug is an outlet that you can plug into the existing outlets in your home. Any device that you plug into an Amazon Smart Plug can be turned on and off using the Alexa app on your ...

A person syncing a smartphone to a smart plug. - Daisy-daisy/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Our homes are gradually getting smarter in both the micro and macro ...

Most smart plugs and their app-based controls are designed for indoor use. For outdoor smart plugs, you need to find a specialized model — which is where our hours of testing at CNET come in handy.