Smart plugs are a great way to automate everyday devices in your home. You can turn them on or off from the comfort of your couch or bed. But many people don't fully utilize their smart plugs, often ...

This smart plug offers a snazzy LED light ring, but you’ll pay dearly for it. In a world where smart plugs are increasingly becoming commoditized—with mainline brands hovering around $30 and no-name ...

Plug in this compact HomeKit smart plug with a high-speed USB port and you can keep the second outlet free. PureGear has placed its bets on Apple’s HomeKit ecosystem with the PureSwitch, a combination ...

Modern tech has two annoying problems: first, too much cable clutter across numerous devices; second, laptops, phones, and tablets don’t really come with charging blocks anymore. That’s why we’re big ...

Nicole Cozma has an affinity for all things tech, but also dabbles in amateur photography. Based on Florida's Suncoast, she enjoys being a spectator to superb sunsets and lightning storms. Visualize ...

The Micro USB plug is very small: just as wide, half as tall, and twice as thick as an SD card. It allows an iPhone be connected to a Micro USB cable instead of the traditional 30-pin connector. The ...

SAN FRANCISCO—Last week, Ars met up with several representatives of the non-profit USB Implementer’s Forum (USB-IF) to check out some of the first USB Type-C connectors off the assembly lines. The ...

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