"Remember ? The plug-in staple may have made for a catchy jingle in the 1980s, but it could also be considered as a primitive ancestor of today's smart plug -- that is, if you can say anything from a few decades ago is primitive. Smart plugs offer greater convenience than The Clapper ever did, letting you control your devices from an app on your phone, your voice, or a schedule."
"There are many ways to use smart plugs to automate your home, including turning dumb devices into smart ones, using them to strengthen your home's security, or letting them bring more convenience to your life. Beyond using a smart plug for an old table lamp, you can also use them strategically to save on your utility bills, monitor your energy consumption, or enhance your home's fire safety."
"You can use a smart plug to automate lights when you're out of town so that they switch on each night to make it appear as if someone's home. Many people also use them to control outdoor lights on a schedule, ensuring their home's exterior is well-lit for safety. Enhancing home security is a popular use for smart plugs. However, there are more ways to use them beyond the obvious."
Smart plugs enable remote control of devices via phone apps, voice commands, or schedules. They convert non-smart devices into networked appliances and support automations like motion-triggered lighting. Smart plugs can automate interior and exterior lights to deter intruders and improve exterior illumination for safety. They can cut power to garage door openers to block unauthorized entry attempts. Smart plugs also provide energy-monitoring capabilities to reduce utility bills and can be used strategically to enhance fire safety by controlling heat-producing devices. Motion-activated setups can be implemented without dedicated wall sensors by combining smart plugs and compatible motion sensors.
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