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 ...

When buying a plug-in protector, look for a device that meets UL Standard 1449 (second edition). Other types of protectors, such as whole-house or those for industrial use, undergo different testing.

Surge protectors are a great way to safely add outlets to a room. They offer the flexibility to plug in big bricks or small plugs, and some add energy-saving features. Last week we asked you for the ...

Surge protectors protect your devices from power spikes, such as lightning, electrical overloads, and power outages. However, there is a fire hazard associated with them if used incorrectly. According ...

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 ...

Surge protectors can keep appliances safe and prevent electrical fires. Here's how they work and how to choose the right one for your home. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about food, ...

If you have a desktop computer, a home theater, a laptop, wireless earbuds, or any other number of gadgets gathered in one spot for use or for charging, you probably have them plugged into a power ...

With six polarized, grounded outlets; surge protection across line/neutral; and a tangle-resistant 4-foot power cord; Philips’ model SPC3064WG/37 surge protector is an ideal power strip. The Philips ...

The all-important surge protector has become a mainstay of desktop and entertainment setups, protecting a variety of devices from damage due to electrical surges from lightning and other problems. And ...

The Austere VII Series 8-outlet surge protector is a thing of beauty, and its USB charging ports—particularly its 45-watt USB-C PD port—are supremely handy. But you’ll pay dearly for it. The Austere ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

There's a good chance your TV is at the center of your home entertainment setup, so you can watch the big game, use must-have streaming services to watch your favorite shows and movies, or just relax.