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When powerline hardware first appeared, the performance was often poor. Demanding devices like power tools or washing machines could disconnect the network, and prices were high.
Smart lights are a fundamental and transformative component of any smart home setup. They allow you to automate things and control lights hands-free, creating a futuristic and convenient living environment. While they're usually reliable and efficient, you may encounter issues such as connectivity problems or unresponsiveness. These issues don't spell the end for your smart Wi-Fi lights and you don't need to replace them. A simple software reset often fixes the problem, saving you time and money.
TP-Link Tapo C100 vs. Tapo C110: Which security camera is for you?
The C100 is already a great security cam, but is the C110 a worthy upgrade?
A great home security setup can provide an important peace of mind. And if you've taken a look at our picks for best home security cameras, you might be considering our top value pick, the TP-Link Tapo C110, which is an upgrade from the TP-Link Tapo C100.
TP-Link Tapo C100 security camera review: Security on a budget
A high-quality home security solution that won't break the bank
Since the introduction of the Ring Security Camera, consumer home surveillance has become a significant addition to many smart homes. Whether finding out who stole your Amazon package or seeing what your kitty Muffins is up to during the day, the home security camera has proven its worth in most people's lives.
TP-Link Tapo C100 vs. C200 Home Security Camera: Which is right for you?
TP-Link's affordable Tapo cameras won't break the bank while helping you avoid break-ins
Home security Wi-Fi cameras are an easy and budget-friendly way to add some security to your smart home setup. They allow you to view what's happening in a particular room (say, to check on your kids or pets) even when you're away at work. We love the TP-Link Tapo C100 and TP-Link Tapo C200 home security Wi-Fi cameras as they offer HD video, alarms, two-way speakers, and plenty of other nice-to-have features. But which one is the best fit for your home security needs?
TP-Link Kasa smart plugs and multicolor bulbs are heavily discounted this Black Friday
Get the Kasa 5-pack multicolor smart bulb for as low as $40
TP-Link is known for its Wi-Fi routers, networking gear, and smart home products. It is among the few companies that sell an array of smart home-compatible bulbs, switches, LED strips, and security cameras. For Black Friday, TP-Link has heavily discounted its entire smart home product lineup, giving you the perfect excuse to splurge on them and finally turn your home into a smart one.
While Wi-Fi-enabled bulbs are a popular option for smart home enthusiasts, a plug with some smarts continues to be useful in certain situations. From Christmas lights to unique lamps, sometimes a bulb just doesn’t do the trick. And when it comes to quality smart plugs, Kasa has made a name for itself as a sturdy, reliable option with support for virtual assistants like Google Home and Alexa. This holds true with the Kasa Smart Wi-Fi EP10 Plug Mini, which does exactly what it needs to for the price of $20; nothing more, nothing less.
Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug (EP40) review: A worthy addition to any smart home
... Unless you're an Apple household
The great outdoors and innovative technology don’t often get along too well. Cold temperatures and rain storms alone can make extending your smart home life to your patio or balcony nearly impossible. Fortunately, outdoor smart plugs are designed to fix that exact problem, and you could do a lot worse than the TP-Link Outdoor Plug (EP40) from Kasa. From cameras to lights to excellent smart plugs, if it’s in a smart home, Kasa sells it. Its products are generally reliable and on the more affordable side, which is what you can expect from this outdoor smart plug.
Fix your slow and spotty home network with this solid deal on a mesh router 3-pack
TP-Link's refurbished kit is a great way to boost your internet
Do the Wi-Fi blues got you down? Are you tired of constantly having Netflix cut out right at the best part, or dealing with loss after loss in Apex Legends because your connection keeps lagging? Mesh networking can really improve your Wi-Fi experience, but it comes at a cost — or at least, it usually does. You can grab a refurbished TP-Link mesh router kit with three units to build out your entire network for nearly half off its regular price.
TP-Link shows off its latest smart home gear for summer
All-new mini and outdoor smart plugs, plus 2K security cameras
It seems like every tech company wants to get in on the smart home game, but few are doing it as well as TP-Link. Its lineup of Kasa gadgets is ever-growing, with countless smart plugs, light bulbs, switches, and more. TP-Link has an all-new selection of budget-friendly cameras and outlets if you're looking to make your home a little more advanced this year.The new Kasa Spot cameras continue to take aim at the low-cost security market currently dominated by Wyze. While neither the KC400 nor the pan-and-tilt-equipped KC410S are as cheap as the latest Wyze Cam v3, they're both available for under $50. The Kasa Spot offers 24/7 recording with a 2K resolution, night vision, two-way audio, and a microSD card slot for local recording, all for just $44.99. The Kasa Spot Pan Tilt, which was first unveiled at CES this year, adds motion tracking, patrol mode, and color-equipped night vision for just $49.99.
TP-Link's latest Kasa smart home gadgets include a previously canceled doorbell
It's joined by a pair of new 2K smart security cameras and an outdoor smart plug
TP-Link has introduced plenty of smart home devices under its Kasa brand, including the excellent Smart Power Strip and Smart Light Strip that we reviewed. The Chinese manufacturer is now taking to CES 2021 to introduce a bunch of new products, one of which is a previously-canceled doorbell that looks pretty similar to the Nest Hello.
This three-outlet smart power strip is just $20 ($10 off) on Amazon
The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip lets you control three devices by voice
Smart outlets are a neat way to add a little techy magic to your non-smart lights, fans, and what have you. Today on Amazon, you've got the opportunity to grab a power strip that lets you control three formerly-dumb devices for just 20 bucks.The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip only takes up one outlet on your wall, but gives you back three in return, each of which can be controlled manually or via scheduled activities through either the Kasa app, the Google Assistant, or Alexa. You also get two non-controllable 12W USB-A slots, which aren't particularly exciting, but they're good for charging your phone or tablet (slowly).
The best smart home devices you can buy right now (Fall 2020)
From voice assistant speakers to robot vacuums, and everything in between
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Millions of homes now contain a smart assistant speaker of some variety and sales of IoT products continue to grow as the market matures and prices come down across the sector. With so many options available, it's hard to know what to buy, and that's where we come in — this is a selection of our favorite smart home gadgets. Whether you want to just dip your toes in the water with a cheap Google Nest Mini or dive into the deep end with smart lights, cameras, thermostats, doorbells, and so on — we’ve got you covered.
Want a smart home, but don't need where to start? Get some smart plugs. Already have them? Maybe get a couple more. TP-Link has a bunch of its Kasa plugs suitable for your desk lamp to your garden path lights on sale right now on Amazon.All of the items we're mentioning here seem to be at the low point of their price cycles, so it might be good to plunge in while that's still the case.Kasa smart plugs, big and wide they are, passes on a single outlet on 15A with physical on/off button and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi radios to take commands from the Kasa Smart app that can be integrated into Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT recipes.
Keep an eye on your home with a TP-Link Kasa Indoor Camera for $40 ($20 off)
I spy your next security camera
Smart home technology has taken indoor (and outdoor) security to the next level. If you're looking for some added surveillance in your house, with smart action capabilities, the TP-Link Kasa Indoor Camera is worth considering. It's currently available for only $40 — $20 cheaper than the usual price-tag.
Get the Kasa Spot Pan Tilt indoor security cam for $40 ($10 off) on Amazon
Your pets won't have anywhere to hide
Outfitting your home with smart tech can get expensive, fast. If you're looking to keep an eye on things without going broke, Amazon's got Kasa's Spot Pan Tilt security camera for $40 ($10 off) right now.
Are you stuck inside the house, wishing for any view of the outdoors beyond the tired tableaus of your home's windows? Or perhaps you need to keep an eye on your children while they attend school remotely as you work from home. Whatever your internet-connected camera needs may be, the latest deal on TP-Link's Kasa Spot Indoor Camera and Kasa Cam Outdoor can help you save up to $34 when compared to recent pricing data.
Grab a Kasa Indoor Wi-Fi Camera for $45 ($35 off) at Best Buy
Other Kasa cameras for inside and outside your house on sale, too
If you're looking to stock up on wireless home security cameras, you might want to grab a few from TP-Link's Kasa brand. Indoor, outdoor, and pan-and-tilt cameras are all on discount from some online retailers. But your best crack at getting available inventory as well as an extra discount is at Best Buy.
Grab a TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini 4-pack for $24 ($6 off) with coupon code
Be warned, Kasa product owners: they're a different beast
If you missed out on getting a 3-pack of TP-Link smart plugs for $30 last week, but are looking to get started with smartening up your home, you're in luck: TP-Link has a 4-pack of smart plugs for $24 right now on Amazon with a coupon code. But if you've already got an existing TP-Link setup, you'll want to keep in mind one major catch.These TP-Link plugs come under its new Tapo brand, not the Kasa brand that you've seen us reporting on for a while. In general, you'll find that Tapo products have lower costs and are more compact while Kasa products are more robust and capable.In the case of Tapo's Smart Plug Minis versus the Kasa Smart Plugs we highlighted for sale last week, the Tapos are way smaller in size and have a capacity of 10A where as the Kasas take up more space and take up to 12A. They also respond to different apps, so if you already have a Kasa setup, you'll need to maintain a separate account for Tapo. Both products can support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant over Wi-Fi, though, as well as scheduling and on/off sync for events.
Kasa Smart Plug 3-packs discounted to all-time low of $30 on Amazon
No need to get up and flip a switch
Well, we're at home right now. Still. Might as well take some time and effort to improve it. One way you can do that is automating your light fixtures, electronics, and appliances. Enter the TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug — Amazon is selling 3-packs for a surprisingly good price.As with a lot of things 'smart,' you'll be able to use an Alexa or Google Assistant device to turn anything you plug in through these blocks on or off. And with the Kasa Smart app and other Kasa products, you'll also be able to configure Smart Actions for multiple items to turn on or off on schedule or via a single switch. These smart plugs support currents of up to 15 amperes.