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The best smart plugs of 2021
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(CNN) For those who want to enter the smart home realm without actually investing in smart devices, a smart plug â which adds a touch of automation to lamps, coffee machines and other everyday devices â is the way to go. Essentially, a smart plug is a moveable outlet paired with connectivity to a smart home ecosystem â be it Amazonâs Alexa, the Google Assistant or Appleâs HomeKit. If you have multiple appliances you want to get online, thereâs also smart outlet strips, which turn one regular outlet into many with smart control.