CNET has tested the best smart surge protectors from brands including Tapo and Wyze to see what power strips your home needs.

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, ...

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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 ...

You probably feel a little safer every time you plug your laptop, TV, or game console into a chunky “protected” strip. The ...

With the colder months approaching, snow, ice and high winds can cause power outages and sudden voltage spikes. These surges are known to kill laptops, TVs, smart devices and even Wi-Fi routers in an ...

Your home projects probably start with comfort, safety or resale value in mind, not insurance fine print. Yet one seemingly ...

You likely don't think about how much technology is dotted around your home that's meant to improve your life or ensure your safety. However, it's important to be aware of every piece of tech that ...

Pretty much every home today has devices that can be impacted by electrical surges – TVs, computers, and even your kitchen appliances. However, even if you’ve taken the initiative to protect these ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Severe weather can strike with little warning—bringing high winds, downed power lines, and sudden outages. That can put your expensive electronics at risk of serious damage.