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 ...

If you're tired of having way too many devices and not enough outlets, Amazon shoppers swear by this handy gadget.

If you’re in need of an outlet with plenty of plugs that will keep your precious electronics safe from unexpected energy spikes, we’ve found an excellent deal for you today. Amazon is selling the ...

I’m looking at my desk right now, and I count nine (9) things on it that need a two- or three-prong power plug. That’s to say nothing of the rest of my office, which is populated by network switches, ...

I wouldn't say I'm afraid of the dark, but I'm not a fan of scurrying around in it in the middle of the night. I used to reach for my phone's flashlight to guide me to the kitchen for a glass of water ...

Given the number of devices we use that must be plugged in from time to time to charge (like phones and tablets) or simply need to stay powered on whenever they're in use (like TVs and gaming consoles ...

With phones charging, gaming consoles starting up, and laptops buzzing as you work, the two standard outlets near your desk or bedside table can get overloaded rather quickly. To avoid blowing a fuse ...

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 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, ...

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 ...

If you've ever wondered how surge protector strips are different from plug-in power conditioners, you're not alone. The enormous difference in price makes surge strips especially attractive to many ...

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