For the past few years, the design world has been making a valiant effort to catch up to our obsession with our smartphones and tablets. One of the most exciting changes: electrical outlets have ...

This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to take a standard 1-gang outlet (with two available openings) and ...

Apple accessory maker NewerTechnology recently released a specialized electrical outlet, called the Power2U, that includes two USB ports for charging mobile devices. Available in four colors—to match ...

Chargers are a dime a dozen nowadays. At this point most people have likely gone through a few smart phones and might even have the old ones laying around for backup purposes. Since all of these ...

WEST HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobile phones, tablets, music players and other devices are wonderful conveniences but keeping them powered up, organized, and easy to find creates a jumble of ...

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This wall socket includes two USB ports for charging your mobile devices. Find out what you need and how to install it. Sharon Profis Former Vice President of Content, CNET Studios As vice president ...

Chance are you know about smart outlets and outlets with integrated USB ports, but you might be surprised at how many different outlets you can buy and install in your home. Of course, they’re all ...

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

The new outlets are available in both 15- and 20-amp versions, with each offering a USB-A charging port on one side and a USB-C charging port on the other to eliminate the need for an adapter. Modern ...

Ever find yourself juggling three or four different chargers on a two-socket outlet? Fix that problem once and for all by swapping out a traditional outlet for one that includes USB ports. Because I ...