The $50 Eve Energy Outlet launched this week, and as a Matter-over-Thread device, is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, and more. But, as Matter doesn’t support energy monitoring, ...

The best smart plugs and outlets are extremely convenient, allowing you to use them throughout the house and get more control over your devices. Smart outlets and smart plugs often come with personal ...

Most smart plugs and their app-based controls are designed for indoor use. For outdoor smart plugs, you need to find a specialized model — which is where our hours of testing at CNET come in handy.

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Smart home manufacturer Eve is showing off more Matter products in the runup to CES, including a couple of firsts for the brand: an in-wall and energy-monitoring smart outlet, plus a line of ...