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THE SETUP

D-Link Wi-Fi Smart Plug

KILL ’EM ALL

Plug a power strip into the DSP-W115 and you can cut the power on an entire range of devices at one time as long as your connected kit doesn’t exceed the maximum load. Hook up, for example, your TV, set-top box, AV receiver and a games console. If they draw less than 3,120W and nothing exceeds 13.5A, you’re good to save a few pennies on standby power by cutting the juice at night

KEEP IT DUMB

The best devices to connect to a smart socket are dumb. If you want to actively switch them on from afar, you’ll need something that doesn’t start in standby when it gets

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