A $12 cover could be the only thing standing between your home and a serious electrical hazard.

Smart plugs are the simpler option: You plug them directly into an existing outlet, and they add a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth receiver between the wall and whatever you're powering. No installation required.

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Electrical outlets haven't changed all that much over the last few decades. Sure, we've seen the continued rollout of ground fault circuit ...