Power strips and surge protectors are necessities these days. You need them, simply put, because there’s so much tech in your home that requires power. And in specific areas — for example, in your ...

Most surge protectors fail quietly. They don’t spark, smoke, or give you any dramatic warning. They simply stop protecting your devices – and you’d never know it. Nearly every home today has ...

Welcome to Product Support, a column devoted to helping you get the most out of the gadgets and software you already use. Here in the high tech future of 2021, it is basically guaranteed: your home ...

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Surge protectors have been documented to start house fires when they wear out. Here's how long they last and why your weather matters. Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart ...

Knowing industry guidelines can save you money and enhance performance. The vast array of surge protection devices, and the ratings that characterize them, can be confusing. How do you sort through ...

Surge protectors can help protect your electronics from large spikes in voltage caused by weather events, other appliances, and problems with the power grid. While it’s never a bad idea to use a surge ...

I wouldn't say I'm afraid of the dark, but when I wake up in the middle of the night, I'm not a fan of scurrying around in it. I used to reach for my phone's flashlight to guide me to the kitchen for ...