"Maria Diaz/ZDNET Remember The Clapper? 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, strengthening your home's security, or bringing 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 turn ordinary appliances into remotely controllable devices that respond to apps, voice commands, and schedules. They can automate indoor and outdoor lighting to deter intruders and simulate occupancy while homeowners are away. Smart plugs can cut power to garage door openers to reduce unauthorized access and integrate with motion sensors to trigger lights on detection. They also enable energy monitoring, scheduling to lower utility bills, and strategic use to enhance fire safety. Motion-activated lighting can be implemented without replacing wall switches by pairing motion sensors with smart plugs for immediate illumination upon entry.
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