Wondering why some outlets are hard to plug into? It’s likely because of tamper-resistant receptacles—here’s why they’re used ...

Extension cords do not consume any electricity when not in use, nor do unpopulated sockets pose any sort of safety concern.

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 ...

Look for three things when buying a USB wall outlet: charger wattage, available ports and whether it fits in your home's electrical boxes. You can find the charger wattage on the product page or ...

Of course, the downside of in-wall smart outlets is that they require ... to timers and a safety feature that cuts off the power when an outlet exceeds a predetermined power draw (up to 1800W).

The best smart plugs, outlets, and power strips we've tested let you control anything you can plug into the wall from your phone. I'm PCMag's managing editor for consumer electronics, overseeing ...

In children ages 12 years and younger, household appliance electrical cords and extension cords caused more than 63% of injuries in one study. Wall outlets were responsible for 15% of injuries.