Cheap, low-quality power strips aren't afraid of cutting corners, and the USB ports on them are most vulnerable.

Don't overload power strips; always use wall outlets for high-wattage items. Unplug or turn off power strips when not in use. Buy high-quality power strips with surge protection. Most household ...

Don't overload power strips; always use wall outlets for high-wattage items. Unplug or turn off power strips when not in use. Buy high-quality power strips with surge protection. Most household ...

Power strips are incredibly handy gadgets, allowing you to plug multiple devices into a single outlet. Everyone uses them, from tech enthusiasts to people just trying to charge their phones, tablets, ...

Faithful readers will recall I’ve written on this subject in the past. Today, with proof that “teaching teaches the teacher,” we expand on things we should never plug into a power strip. Whether you ...

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Federal safety officials have issued recalls for thousands of power strips, portable lanterns, and power banks manufactured ...

Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities category, with a focus on energy-saving advice, thermostats, and heating and cooling. Jon has more than a decade ...

If you grew up with adults telling you to unplug appliances to save electricity, it turns out, they weren't being dramatic — those appliances can continue to drain energy, even if you power them off.