Set it and forget it
This is one of those quietly useful upgrades that immediately makes a few everyday annoyances go away. These HBN smart plugs let you control regular, dumb electronics from your phone or with your voice, without rewiring anything or buying a hub you’ll forget the password to. Plug them in, connect them to Wi-Fi, and suddenly your lamps, fans, or holiday lights are on a schedule instead of being on your list of things to remember.r
Each unit has two independently controllable outlets, which is the real win here. One plug can manage two devices separately, so you’re not wasting outlets or stacking adapters behind the couch like it’s 2009. They work over standard 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and play nicely with Alexa and Google Assistant, so voice control is there if you want it, but not required.
The app lets you set timers, schedules, and routines, which is especially handy for lights, seasonal decorations, or anything you’d rather not think about every day. Four plugs, eight controllable outlets, and no learning curve to speak of.
