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In the fifth and final posting of the Ultimate Heat Efficient Home Guide, I turn my attention to appliances and gadgets in our house that don’t have a direct impact on your home’s heating and cooling, ...

There are more devices that are smart these days than those that don’t have an Internet of Things (IoT) designation. From heavy-duty appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers to smaller items like ...

When you and your family are fast asleep, vampires could be lurking in your house. But they don't wear capes or melt in the sunlight. They're your cable boxes -- and they suck electricity, not your ...

I stopped using a smart plug with these 5 common household devices - here's why ...

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 ...

Smart plugs are among the fastest, easiest, and most affordable ways to automate basic household devices. Plug one in, spend a few minutes setting it up, and enjoy the simple pleasure of turning a ...

A person syncing a smartphone to a smart plug. - Daisy-daisy/Getty Images Our homes are gradually getting smarter in both the micro and macro senses, with all kinds of gadgets giving us a greater ...