Here's why you shouldn't plug a power strip into a smart plug
Smart plugs can be convenient and efficient, but they should really only power one device at a time. How often do you check your devices' power specifications before plugging them in?
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Engadget
29 Jun 2026 16 hours ago 1 min read
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Here's why you shouldn't plug a power strip into a smart plug
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Smart plugs can be convenient and efficient, but they should really only power one device at a time. How often do you check your devices' power specif