In reality, yes; you can control a Smart Plug without Internet. Here is the story of how I found out and how it works.

If you want smart plugs that work out of the box without the frustration, get these. Your sanity will thank you.” ...

ZDNET's key takeaways The new Shelly Plug Gen4 just launched for $20.This new device offers smart features with a strong focus on privacy.The Shelly Plug Gen4 is compatible with Matter, Wi-Fi, and ...

If you are just getting started in your smart home journey, there's one thing that's essential: the simplicity of a smart plug. You can plug it into a standard wall outlet and it can make any device ...

In theory, Matter is supposed to make smart home devices easier to set up and much more user-friendly. With Matter being a big feature of TP-Link’s new smart plug, that goal is accomplished to a T.

The Meross Matter Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini makes for an affordable Matter-compliant smart plug, but offers only the bare minimum of features. Compact and Matter-compatible as advertised, the Meross ...

After more than a decade of accumulating smart plugs, speakers and sensors, I realized parts of my setup were quietly ...

Overview:  A smart home works best when built on a solid foundation of switches, sensors, and a central hub, not just smart ...

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Stop having to rely on physical switches with the Amazon Smart Plug, on sale for less than $20.

If you want to save on your energy bills, one of the best smart plugs can make a difference. A smart plug sits between the plug of an appliance and the powerpoint, and essentially controls when the ...