Hungarian design brand Sekhina has made a series of light switches and plug sockets from concrete as an aesthetically pleasing alternative to plastic. Billed as the first of their kind, Sekhina ...

Anyone who grew up reading Sci-Fi will know that by now we’re all supposed to be driving hover-cars and living in fully-automated homes, with Star Trek-style swishy doors and cookers we can talk to.

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. How much thought do you give to your light switches and plug sockets? When it comes to a home’s hardware, ...

This no-frills plug is best for users who can best utilize its unique design, which can accommodate one or two large power adapters. Enbrighten’s plug-in smart switch devices have historically been ...

Smart plugs can add controls to any outlet, but they aren’t perfect for everything. Here’s our guide to using one and which ...

Frequent disconnect issues keep this affordable outdoor switch from meriting a strong recommendation. Jasco’s Enbrighten Outdoor Plug-in Wi-Fi Smart Switch is a companion product to its recently ...

The best smart plugs give you full control over your plug-in devices, and can be a handy tool for lowering your energy bills and usage. Smart plugs are great for controlling your lights so they’re not ...