Federal safety officials have issued recalls for thousands of power strips, portable lanterns, and power banks manufactured ...

The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a new recall for these units sold on Amazon, eBay, Kmart.com, and Sears.com ...

Cheap, low-quality power strips aren't afraid of cutting corners, and the USB ports on them are most vulnerable.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Power strips are popular, useful tools that you can find in almost any home. Everybody knows what they do, and in an age where more things ...

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 ...

Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities category, with a focus on energy-saving advice, thermostats, and heating and cooling. Jon has more than a decade ...