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Alexa has crossed its early adoption phase and has now found its place in every smart home. However, to make the most of your Alexa enabled device, you have got to choose the best smart plug. Product ...

Smart homes are no longer the stuff of science fiction. Today, it’s possible to automate a variety of functions in the home. The easiest way to get acquainted with smart technology is with the use of ...

Voice control is no longer a party trick; it is the glue that holds a modern smart home together. With the right Alexa ...

D-Link has joined the growing number of smart-home suppliers integrating their products with Amazon’s Echo, Tap and Dot, and Fire TV, enabling voice control via Amazon’s Cloud-based Alexa personal ...

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“New plug named First plug found. To control it, say ‘Alexa, turn on First plug.’ “ My jaw dropped when I saw that notification pop up on my iPhone lock screen shortly after plugging in my first ...