When a power strip feels warm under your hand, it is not just a quirk of modern electronics, it is a signal about how hard ...

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 ...

An experienced electrician explains which household items should never be plugged into power strips due to fire and ...

POLLOCKSVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — A structure fire at a home in Pollocksville claimed the life of one person early Saturday morning, Jan. 11, 2025. After an inspection, it was determined the fire was ...

Power strips are like the Swiss Army knives of the electrical world. They’re handy, versatile, and can save you from a cord ...

I have a small dorm fridge, but the place where I want/need/can only put it requires me to plug it into a generic power strip.<BR><BR>The "Compact Refrigerator" is rated: 120V, 60Hz (AC), 15 ...

We all have those moments. Your phone needs charging, your laptop is dying, and you realize you're out of outlets. So you ...

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 ...

I have an older APC Back-UPS Pro 1000, and all of the outlets are surge-protected. Due to a lack of nearby wall outlets and awkwardly shaped power bricks, I need more outlets. Can I attach a power ...

Streamline your power setup with the best outlet towers of 2024, combining organization and efficiency for all your charging needs. Mike Winkler / Unsplash The kitchen counter is a mess of tangled ...

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 ...