For Amazon delivery drivers, new glasses promise something more than just clearer vision or the blocked sun glare.
Amazon is developing AI-powered smart glasses for its delivery drivers, the company said in a Wednesday blog post. The glasses will allow drivers to scan packages, following detailed walking directions, and document proof-of-delivery without their phones. Using cameras, as well as AI-powered sensing abilities, the technology will create an augmented reality display for drivers that includes information like hazards, as well as maps that direct drivers to particular building unit numbers.
The glasses will automatically activate once a driver parks at a delivery location and can support prescription and transition lenses within its design. Eliminating needing to use a phone, as was the provision of convenience instructions, is aimed to increase the safety and efficiency of the delivery process, the company said.
Future iterations of the glasses aim to give drivers “real-time defect detection” if they drop off a package at a wrong address. The device will also be able to adjust to low-light conditions and detect pets in customers’ yards.
Expedited delivery has remained a hallmark of Amazon’s business as it competes with the growing e-commerce capabilities of Walmart and other retail giants. Amazon announced in June a $4 billion investment in tripling its delivery network size, particularly in rural areas, by 2026. One Amazon delivery driver made on average 65,700 deliveries in 2024, translating to 100,375 packages annually, according to data compiled by CapitalOne Shopping. That’s about 27 deliveries per hour.
Amazon’s AI-powered classes will show navigation and delivery instructions on its display.
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Reutersreported the product’s development last November. Anonymous sources told the outlet that while the glasses could increase driver productivity by freeing up hand space for workers to carry more packages, the company may have trouble developing a battery able to last an entire shift, which can be up to 10 hours. Drivers may also not want to wear the devices, which may be uncomfortable or distracting, the sources said.
Amazon did not respond to Fortune’s request for comment on concerns about the battery duration or comfortability of the glasses.
Amazon’s automation push
In addition to AI-powered glasses for drivers, Amazon is also developing operational technologies for warehouse workers, the company announced Wednesday. Blue Jay, a robotics system using multiple arms to lift and sort packages, aims to mitigate the need for employees to lift heavy items. Project Eluna is an agentic AI model that will monitor numerous dashboards and make decisions, such as about reducing sorting bottlenecks, with the goal to lessen the “cognitive load” of workers. The AI agent will be piloted at a Tennessee fulfillment center during the holiday season.
The company’s automation push has brought with it concern about the future of human employment. Some AI experts have said automation processes will surely displace human workers, with University of Louisville professor of computer science Roman Yampolskiy saying AI could spike unemployment levels up to 99% in the next five years—a more eye-popping figure than even Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s projection of the technology replacing 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs in the same period.
“Before we always said, ‘This job is going to be automated, retrain to do this other job,’” Yampolskiy said in an episode of The Diary of a CEO podcast last month. “But if I’m telling you that all jobs will be automated, then there is no plan B. You cannot retrain.”
A New York Times investigation published on Tuesday reported, citing internal documents, Amazon plans to automate 75% of its operations. That translates to roughly 600,000 jobs for which the company would not need to hire in the future.
Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel said the investigation did not accurately reflect the company’s hiring strategy, and that the company recently announced plans to fill 250,000 positions ahead of the end-of-year holiday push.
“Leaked documents often paint an incomplete and misleading picture of our plans, and that’s the case here,” Nantel told Fortune in a statement. “In this instance, the materials appear to reflect the perspective of just one team and don’t represent our overall hiring strategy across our various operations business lines—now or moving forward.”
Amazon executives have made an effort to assuage anxieties about the future of employment. Amazon Robotics’ chief technologist Tye Brady told Fortune in May the company’s automation advancements are meant to enhance, not replace, the jobs of humans. The interview at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference in London took place after Amazon announced the launch of Vulcan, a robot arm with a sense of touch.
“I will be unabashedly proud that we aim to eliminate, I mean eliminate, every menial, mundane, and repetitive job out there,” Brady said. “And if it’s repetitive, we want to automate that, because we will never run out of things to do for our employees. We want them to focus on higher-level tasks.”
“People are amazing at using common sense, reasoning, and understanding complex problems,” he continued. “Why would you not use that?”
They’re not complicated, but smart plugs can make life a bit more convenient and, honestly, a little more fun. I like saying “Goodnight” to Alexa and having all the lamps and the holiday lights click off. In the two years or so that I’ve been testing smart plugs, I’ve come across good ones and bad ones. I think TP-Link’s EP25 will work best for most people, but a few others have their advantages. Say, perhaps you need an outdoor plug, one that monitors energy or one with dual outlets. Based on our testing, and many conversations with Siri, the Google Assistant and Alexa, these are our top picks for the best smart plugs you can buy, along with how to get the most out of your plug once you buy it.
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Assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Samsung SmartThings | Energy monitoring: Yes | Matter support: No | Hub required: No
All of the plugs eventually did what they said they would, but each had a quirk or two that gave me pause – except TP-Link’s Kasa EP25. From installation to implementation, it was fuss-free and reliable. It’s also one of the cheaper plugs on our list at just $13 each (but you’ll usually find it in a four-pack) and one of the best Wi-Fi plugs overall. It works well with both iOS and Android and on all four smart home platforms. The Kasa app has a clean, intuitive design and includes the features you’d expect like timers, schedules, a vacation mode and smart actions (aka scenes).
TP-Link makes a wide range of other smart devices, so you could expand your smart home without having to leave the Kasa app. If you buy gadgets from TP-Link’s other smart home brand, Tapo, you’ll now be able to control both Kasa and Tapo products from one app.
The EP25 is an updated version of the HS103 that adds Apple HomeKit compatibility, so I was able to control it with both an iPhone and an Android phone. If you also live in a blended OS home, I recommend onboarding with the iPhone first. After tapping the + button in the Kasa iOS app, a HomeKit pop-up will prompt you to add the plug using the QR code from the box. (The code’s also printed on the plug, but that’s harder to access.)
Once set up in HomeKit, it was easy to add the plug to the other smart home apps. Google Home and SmartThings just need your TP-Link log-in details and Alexa uses the Kasa “skill.” Once you’ve added one plug, any future TP-Link devices you incorporate should automatically show up in each app. If you’re only using an Android device, the Kasa app will walk you through using a temporary Wi-Fi network to get the plug online.
After setup, I named the plug and assigned it a room (making sure it was the same in each app to avoid confusing myself). Then I programmed various routines and schedules and asked all three voice assistants to turn the light on and off – everything worked without a hitch. In the weeks of testing, the EP25 never had a connection hiccup, even after I relocated it to the basement, which is the farthest point from my router.
My single complaint is that sharing with another user isn’t supported within the Kasa app. You can share your log-in details with the other person, as the app does support access from multiple devices on one account. But Google Home feels like the best way to share smart home device control, whether that’s between iOS and Android devices or when everyone uses the same OS.
Assistant support: Alexa | Energy monitoring: No | Matter support: No | Hub required: No
If you have many Amazon Echo devices and use Alexa to answer your questions, control your music and manage your timers, Amazon’s smart plug makes the most sense. Your Echos and Alexa app already have your details, so you won’t have to create an account, enter your Wi-Fi password or switch to a different app, which makes setup mindlessly simple. In addition to naming your plug, you’ll also want to designate it as a light (if that’s the case) under Type in the settings menu. That way, when you say, “Alexa, turn all the lights off,” it will act accordingly.
I was impressed with the speed of the onboarding process and how seamlessly the plug blended into the ecosystem, adding another IRL appendage to flex. I still get a small thrill when I say, “Alexa, goodnight,” and all goes dark. However, you won’t be able to use the Alexa smart plug with any other smart home app — but it’s not surprising Amazon makes the best Alexa smart plugs for it’s own ecosystem.
The only other drawback, and it’s not a small one, is the Alexa app’s lack of sharing capabilities. You can create households that let other people in your home access your Echo speakers through their phone, but they can’t see your smart home devices. If you’re the only one who needs app access and everyone else in your home is happy to interact via voice commands only, this plug couldn’t be simpler. At $25, it’s not the cheapest smart plug, but like all things Amazon, it goes on sale fairly often.
Assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Samsung SmartThings | Energy monitoring: Yes | Matter support: Yes | Hub required: Only with HomeKit
The Kasa KP125M plugs are best Matter smart plugs we tried. They work with all four platforms, install easily and reliably maintain connections. Most Matter devices need to be initialized with a QR code, but this plug also supports Bluetooth onboarding, which saves a step. I set it up through the Kasa app first and because I already had another Kasa plug installed, the process was simplified, automatically prompting me to add the plug with a couple of taps. Adding the device to Alexa, Google Home and Samsung’s SmartThings worked the same way, with each app letting me know I had new devices available to add.
To add the plug to HomeKit, I had to scan the included barcode. The process didn’t work at first and I ended up having to long-press the button on the side to make it enter pairing mode. Unlike some Matter plugs, KP125M doesn’t require a Thread border router. And because it’s also a smart Wi-Fi plug, you don’t need a Matter controller, such as a smart speaker for access when you’re away from home. That said, many of the negative reviews on Amazon have to do with the plug’s poor HomeKit compatibility. In addition to the setup hitch I mentioned, the connection with the HomeKit app and Siri was extremely spotty until I added Apple’s HomePod mini to the mix as a dedicated hub. After that, the reliability improved.
The KP125M also provides detailed energy monitoring in the Kasa app. From the home screen, tap on a plug to see stats on its energy usage, along with an estimate of how much that energy will cost you on your next electric bill. You can even enter in your per-kilowatt hour pricing to get a more accurate picture. While we wish there were a way to see the energy usage from all connected devices at once, it’s still a useful insight to have on a per-plug level.
It’s important to note that our best overall pick is $7 cheaper and also works with all four platforms. The higher price tag is likely due to the Matter logo on the side. Honestly, I’d call the KP125M plug more of a hybrid Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-Matter plug, which could be why it played nice with every platform. Another Matter plug, the Eve Energy Matter plug, requires you to have a HomePod for HomeKit access, a Nest Hub for Google Home connection and a SmartThings hub to make it work with Samsung’s system. The Matter plug I tried from Meross requires Wi-Fi splitting to properly connect, which is doable, but inconvenient. The promise of Matter is faster and simpler connectivity – needing multiple pieces of additional equipment and workarounds seem to miss that point.
Assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Samsung SmartThings | Energy monitoring: No | Matter support: No | Hub required: No
None of the smart plugs we recommend block the second outlet, but the Meross Wi-Fi dual smart plug takes that convenience one step further by combining two outlets into one. This lets you independently control two different devices at once like a combo of a lamp and fan, a humidifier and your coffee maker, or whatever else you’d like to lend some smarts to. It also works with all four major platforms, so it should smoothly integrate with whichever assistant you’re already using.
Setup starts with the Meross app, though if you’re using an iPhone, you’ll see a suggestion to set up with HomeKit first. The plug has a QR code for communicating with Apple’s system, but that didn’t work for me, so I followed the prompts to use a temporary Wi-Fi method and connected successfully. As for Google and Amazon, each of their apps should automatically detect it and cue you to add it once you’ve completed the initial setup in the Meross app. Setup with Samsung involves entering your Meross email and password.
While the Meross app is required for setup, it’s not the most compelling app for programming routines and schedules. You’ll likely get a better experience using whichever of the major smart home platforms you prefer. When I tested moving the plug to a new position in my house, it reconnected instantly. Then I put it in the basement, which sometimes has spotty Wi-Fi, but it had no trouble working as intended. Should you ever want to operate the unit manually, there are two buttons on the front with arrows pointing to the outlet each controls.
My only qualm was the default name Meross assigned to each outlet within the app. I would assume the left plug to be called “Switch 1” and the right “Switch 2,” but it was reversed on my unit. That’s really not an issue as most people would rename the switches to match the plugged-in devices, but it still struck me as odd. Also, getting Siri to understand which one I was asking to operate was complicated, until I renamed the entire plug and each switch within the Apple Home app. But in my experience, Siri is still working out its smart home assistant kinks, so I don’t blame Meross for this.
The plug is just $17 and, considering its wide compatibility and consistent connectivity, it’s easy to recommend, particularly if the number of outlets in your home isn’t as plentiful as you’d like.
Assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant | Energy monitoring: Yes | Matter support: No | Hub required: No
Emporia’s smart home ecosystem extends to EV chargers, solar equipment and whole-home energy monitors. So it’s not surprising the company makes some of the best smart plugs with energy monitoring. In the case of an LED lamp, the power draw is going to be miniscule — but these plugs can give you insight into bigger loads such as those from a humidifier or even a small space heater (the plug can handle 1500 watts at 120 volts with a max load of 15 amps). A four-pack goes for around $35, which puts each plug below the cost of many plug-in power meters. So for less money, Emporia’s plug can gather stats and stop idle devices from vampiric energy drains.
Last year, Emporia issued a preemptive recall on its plugs for a potential fire risk. They worked well enough before the recall to earn an honorable mention in an earlier iteration of this guide, but the updated plugs are now faster to connect. A finicky setup prevented us from fully recommending it before but now, that kink has been worked out. In addition to useful monitoring, easy setup and reliable connections to Alexa and the Google Assistant, the plugs’ comprehensive app can also incorporate Emporia’s other equipment, should you ever decide to add those devices to your home’s power grid.
My main concern with the Cync plug is the way the scheduling works within the proprietary app. Instead of programming when an outlet should turn on, you tell it when it should turn off. Despite my best efforts, I could not figure out how to program the Cync-connected lamp to come on at sunset, as I did with every other plug. Other than that, the app is very elegant, set up is easy and reliability is spot on. It only works with Alexa and Google Home, not HomeKit or SmartThings, but at $15, it’s a couple bucks cheaper than the Wyze plug that has the same compatibility.
Most people will likely use outdoor plugs for two things: patio lighting and holiday string lights. The devices are designed for the outdoors with a weatherproof protection rating of IP64 or higher, which means they’re impervious to dust and can handle splashing water from rain and sprinklers. They have a longer Wi-Fi range than indoor plugs, for obvious reasons, and many have dual outlets, with individual control over each one.
Setup is the same as for indoor plugs: you’ll use your phone to help the plug find your Wi-Fi using its companion app. The only tricky part is getting your phone within Bluetooth range of the plug (which it uses to initialize setup) and in Wi-Fi range at the same time. I had to awkwardly stand at a triangulated point in the middle of my driveway to get things communicating properly. Once set up, the plugs will communicate using your router for voice and app control and your phone needn’t be anywhere near the plug.
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Assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant | Energy monitoring: Yes | Matter support: No | Hub required: No
Wyze’s indoor version wasn’t one of the top picks for this guide, not because there was anything wrong with it — connection was quick, the app is clean, and the plug works well with both Alexa and the Google Assistant — other plugs simply had other features that made them stand out. But when it comes to an outside version, the Wyze Plug Outdoor wins. For one, it’s cheaper than most at just $20, yet it offers the longer, 300-foot range that more expensive plugs do. Setup was quick using the Wyze app, which has you set up an account and enter your Wi-Fi password. You’ll be prompted to name each of the two outlets (for reference, when looking at top of the device, the one on the left defaults to “Plug 1” the one on the right is “Plug 2”). What you name them in the app will carry over to the Alexa or Google Home app.
After a few months of playing around with smart plugs, I find Alexa (in my case an Echo Dot) to be the most reliable way to control them. But if you want to use the Wyze app instead, you’ll find a clean interface with useful features like a vacation randomizer and usage stats. The scheduling is a little confusing and requires you to select the device from the home page, then tap the settings gear, then Schedules, then turn on Schedule 1, then you can program the specific times you want. There’s an option to turn it on or off at sunset or sunrise but unfortunately, you can’t set it to trigger, say an hour before sunset like you can with other apps. But again, using a smart home platform from Amazon or Google bypasses those minor inconveniences entirely.
Assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri | Energy monitoring: Yes | Matter support: No | Hub required: HomeKit function is better with a HomePod
For those who rely on Siri to manage their smart home, the TP-Link Kasa EP40A reliably adds outdoor control to your world. The device looks like most smart plugs designed for outside spaces, with two downward-facing receptacles on the body and a short cable leading to a three prong plug. Unlike others, the plug head exits the cable at a right angle, so the unit hangs flat against the wall. That keeps things neater, but can get in the way of other items that might need access to the outlet.
Setup is the same as with indoor Kasa plugs: download the app, create an account and add the device. You won’t be asked to scan a QR code to connect with Alexa or Google Home — just go to the respective app and the device should pop up after it’s set up with Kasa. For Homekit, you’ll need to scan the code, which is printed on a postage stamp-sized sticker in the box, and also on the back of the plug itself. It took a few attempts to get connected to HomeKit, but nearly every time I initialize a smart home device with Apple’s ecosystem I hit a similar snag, so I don’t blame the plug.
Once connected, I was able to ask Siri to turn on the holiday lights. (I even asked the Google Assistant to shut them off and Alexa to light them up again and assistant switching was glitch-free.) HomeKit maintained the connection and responses were quick. When I moved the plug from the garage to the side of the house, Siri found it quickly and no re-install was necessary. If you want to use the Kasa app instead, you’ll find user-friendly controls and a straightforward scheduling feature, though, if you’re not planning on using the plug with HomeKit, I’d recommend saving the $12 and going with Wyze’s option.
Before you buy one, it helps to know how a smart plug works best. They are designed for things that have an on/off switch, making them great for doing things like turning regular ol’ lamps into smart lights. If you want a fan to move some air around before you get home, a smart plug can help. You can load a basic coffee maker with grounds and water the night before and wake up to a fresh pot in the morning. And instead of an air purifier running all day, you could set it to just run when you’re away.
But gadgets that need to be programmed further, or require a stand-by mode, aren’t ideal. If you want to control built-in lights, you’ll need a smart light switch, which are more involved than smart plugs as they can involve in-wall installation. Smart bulbs are also an option for automation, and we have an entire guide devoted to those.
Some smart plugs can even monitor how much energy they use and display those figures within their companion app. That might not be much use on its own, as lamps with LED light bulbs consume very little energy, but it could help you keep tabs on your overall energy consumption.
What to consider when buying a smart plug
Setup and use
Adding a smart plug to your home is relatively simple. You’ll use the manufacturer’s app to initially connect, after which you can add the plug to a compatible smart home ecosystem so you can use voice control and other features. Both the brand’s app and your smart home app will let you name the plug, set schedules and program “routines” which provide automation for multiple smart devices at once. But as you can guess, a manufacturer’s app only lets you control products from that brand. If you want whole-home automation, operating, say, a plug from TP-Link’s Kasa, a smart bulb from Philips Hue, a smart thermostat from Honeywell and a camera from Arlo without switching apps, you’ll need to use a smart home platform, which means you’ll need to consider compatibility.
Compatibility
Smart home devices connect through wireless protocols, often using more than one to communicate with your phone, smart speaker, router and in some cases, one another. The majority of smart plugs use Wi-Fi, but some have recently incorporated Matter, a relatively new wireless standard intended to solve integration issues between different brands and manufacturers, while also improving security and reliability.
More of these smart plugs are coming to market and, for now, most Matter devices work via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a low-power mesh network called Thread. Matter requires a controller that stays at home, like a hub or smart speaker, to manage things when you’re out and about.
As for Bluetooth, most plugs, including all Matter plugs, use the short-range protocol to get the device set up for the first time. Some can continue to run on Bluetooth in the absence of another option, but the connection isn’t as reliable and you won’t be able to control the plug when you’re away from home, or perhaps even just on the other side of the apartment.
Because Matter is relatively new, it may be easier to consider the manufacturer’s system you’d use the most. There are four major “branded” smart home platforms: Amazon’s Alexa, Google Home, Apple’s HomeKit and Samsung’s SmartThings. The first two work with the widest range of brands and are compatible with both iOS and Android devices. HomeKit not only limits app access to Apple devices, but it’s also compatible with fewer plugs. You can also turn to open-source software like Home Assistant or go with the larger functionality of IFTTT if you want to, say, have your lights turn off when your Uber arrives. For the purposes of our testing, we stuck with the four big players. Nearly every plug we looked at clearly stated which platforms it works with, both on the packaging and retail product pages.
Of course, there’s no rule that says you have to stick with one home assistant. You might have an Echo Dot in the basement, a HomePod in the living room and a Google Nest Mini in the kitchen, each controlling any compatible devices. My kid has a great time telling Alexa to turn on a light then asking the Google Assistant to turn it back off.
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Hubs and smart plugs
All of our top picks recommended here don’t require a hub and connect directly to your home’s Wi-Fi router. That means if you already have wireless internet and a smartphone or tablet, you can quite literally plug and play. The exception is Apple’s HomeKit. If you want to pair up a compatible plug with that platform, you’ll need a HomePod speaker, Apple TV or an iPad that stays in your home to enable remote control when you’re away.
Some smart plugs require a hub regardless of which platform you use. For our guide, we focused on the simplicity (and lower cost) of options that work on their own, but hub-dependent devices may make sense in certain situations. Some companies, like Aqara and Lutron for example, make a vast range of smart home products, adding automatic shades, window sensors, smart locks and air quality monitors to the more traditional cameras and plugs. If you’re going all-in on one brand and plan to get a plethora of connected devices, a hub can keep your Wi-Fi network from getting too crowded and provide a more seamless setup with reliable connectivity. Zigbee devices use their own protocol (different from Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) and also requires a hub.
Sharing
Once a plug is set up with your platform and voice assistant of choice, anyone can control the plug just by talking. If someone else wants to control things with their phone, things get more complicated. Google makes it easiest, allowing you to invite another person just by tapping the + button within the Home app. Whomever you invite will have full access to your connected devices – including cameras – so this is only for people you trust the most.
HomeKit makes it similarly easy to grant app access to someone else, but as with most things Apple, it only works for other iOS users. Amazon only allows you to share access to your Echo, not your connected home devices.
Many smart plug manufacturers allow you to share control through their app by inviting another person via email. But this only grants access to devices of that brand. Hopefully as Matter expands, multi-admin features will become more widespread.
If you get a new Wi-Fi network
Most people will wirelessly connect their smart plugs to their home’s Wi-Fi router. Matter, Z-Wave, Thread and other smart home protocols can work over local networks, but for most setups, the signals telling your plugs what to do will be dispatched through your router. If you happen to get a new one (like I did when it became clear my very basic gateway could not handle the number of smart home devices being tested) you’ll need to take a few steps to get everything reconnected.
Depending on the brand, the steps may simply involve using the plug’s companion app to update your credentials (network name and password). Or it will require deleting the device in the companion app, doing a factory reset (typically by pressing the onboard button for 10 seconds) and setting up the plug like it’s brand new. GE Sync and Emporia plugs allow for a credentials update via their apps, others, like TP-Link Kasa and Meross plugs require deletion and a factory reset to get along with your new network. Amazon’s smart plug updates automatically after updating the associated Echo device.
How we tested the best smart plugs
Before we decided which smart plugs to test, we considered brands Engadget staffers have had the best experiences with, both in review capacity and personally. We also checked out other online reviews. We then looked at factors like price, compatibility and relative popularity. I got ahold of ten indoor smart plugs and four outdoor versions from eight manufacturers.
I set up each one using its companion app, then added it to all compatible smart home platforms. Plugging in a cadre of lamps and string lights, I tested the plugs using an iPhone 11, Galaxy S10e, Echo Dot, HomePod mini and Nest Mini. I accessed the plugs via the apps and through voice commands and controlled them in my home and away from it. I programmed schedules and routines and moved the plugs to different outlets, including ones in the basement to gauge range. For the outdoor devices, I plugged them into an outlet in the garage (approximately 85 feet from my Wi-Fi router) and an outlet attached to the back of the house.
Here’s every smart plug tested before settling on our top picks:
*Emporia issued a recall on its smart plugs purchased before August 1, 2023 due to a potential fire risk, though no incidents were reported. The plugs have since been updated to resolve the issue and are back on sale. We tested the revised version and recommend it as the energy-monitoring pick.
As new smart plugs are released, we’ll continue to try them and update this guide accordingly. We plan to add smart power strips to this guide as well.
Other smart plugs we tested
Meross Matter plug (MSS115)
I wasn’t able to test the Meross Matter plug fully. It requires Wi-Fi splitting, a process that’s certainly possible for the average consumer, but more involved than it should be, considering the more than dozen other plugs I’ve tested don’t require such a step. The plug itself also blocked the other outlet. Meross has an updated version of the Matter device on the way, one that looks to solve both issues and we’ll update this guide accordingly once we’ve had a chance to test it.
Roku Smart Plug
Roku’s smart home gear is basically Wyze equipment with an app and packaging that are more purple. The Roku smart plug performed just fine with both compatible voice assistants (Alexa and Google Assistant). The companion app doesn’t offer scheduling that revolves around the timing of the sunset in your area, but the plugs go for less than $10 each and if you’ve got a Roku TV or streaming device set up and want to keep everything on-brand, it could be a fit.
Aquara Smart Plug
The Aqara plug requires an Aqara hub. In tests, the connectivity was solid and the companion app allowed for useful if/then automations that can rope in other Aqara devices like locks, window shades, cameras and more. The plug also worked well with voice assistants from Amazon, Google and Apple. As a stand-alone plug, however, it’s tough to recommend the nearly $100 combo to anyone who isn’t planning to get a complete Aqara smart home setup.
Smart plug FAQs
What should you not plug into a smart plug?
Anything with controls that are more complicated than on/off won’t work well with a smart plug. For example, a dimmable lamp with touch controls won’t turn on when the smart plug does. A programmable coffee machine, smart TV, microwave, Instant Pot, robot vacuum — none of these make sense to use with a smart plug as they all require further input from you to start working. Appliances like a lamp with a twist knob, a basic humidifier, a coffee maker with a red-rocker switch are all good options for using with smart plugs.
You’ll also want to pay attention to the wattage and amperage rating of your smart plug. All smart plugs work with 120V outlets, and most are rated to 15A, which should handle even power-hungry appliances like a 1500 watt space heater. But be sure to check that the plug can handle whatever you’re plugging in. It’s also not wise to use a smart plug to automatically turn on appliances that require supervision, like things with heating elements (heaters, curling irons, etc).
What are the disadvantages of a smart plug?
While they’re great when everything is working properly, smart plugs can be frustrating, adding a layer of complication to the simple act of turning on a light, if something goes wrong. For example: If your Wi-Fi goes out, your smart plug won’t work. If the smart plug loses its connection to your router, it won’t work. If you change your Wi-Fi password or provider, you’ll have to re-program your smart plugs. If you forget what you named a particular plug during setup, you may be faced with an irritating conversation with your voice assistant. The best way to avoid some of those problems is to get a plug that works reliably, which is one of the features we considered for this guide.
How much power does a smart plug draw?
Smart plugs don’t draw much more power than whatever you’re plugging into them. True, they remain on standby to await instructions from your smart assistant or other controller, so they’re always using a small amount of power. But if, for example, you set a light to automatically turn off at night, and that light would otherwise stay on unnecessarily, the smart plug will save far more energy than the watt or two extra that it draws.
Do smart plugs use Bluetooth?
Some smart plugs use Bluetooth to connect to your phone during setup. After that, most connect to your home’s Wi-Fi network.
What appliances should not be plugged into a smart plug?
Common sense will help you determine what not to plug in. Obviously anything dangerous like power tools should not be plugged into a smart plug. Appliances that require supervision, such as space heaters and curling irons, shouldn’t be set to turn on automatically if no one will be around. You also shouldn’t bother with anything that needs further programming. Simple on/off appliances like lamps and fans work best.
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As enterprises adapt to the fluid landscape of remote and in-office work, technology continues to push boundaries. Augmented Reality (AR) glasses, often dismissed as futuristic gadgets, are increasingly emerging as practical instruments reshaping the hybrid work environment. While Apple’s Vision Pro is something many heard about, but few experienced, other effective AR glasses exist and are growing increasingly widespread. But how exactly are they transforming our approach to professional tasks and team dynamics?
AR glasses: A tool for practical problem-solving
The real utility of AR glasses in a professional context goes far beyond the wow factor. Let’s consider the core functionalities that make these devices stand out. For instance, real-time transcription and translation services through AR can be a breakthrough in cross-border team communications. No longer do professionals need to be stymied by language barriers or the delays of after-the-fact translation.
The ability to view and manipulate 3D models or technical designs remotely takes collaboration to the next level. Troubleshooting equipment issues becomes far easier when off-site experts can visually guide on-site technicians through annotations and instructions. AR glasses allow for a rapid transfer of institutional knowledge that can greatly benefit training, onboarding and team coordination.
While video conferencing tools have been indispensable for remote work, they have their limitations. AR glasses bring an added layer of interactivity to virtual meetings. The ability to annotate in real-time, view digital whiteboards, and even bring in data visualizations during a discussion enhances collaboration to a level that mimics in-person interaction. Shared augmented spaces allow for a sense of presence that 2D video conferencing lacks.
This leads to more focused and productive sessions where everyone is quite literally on the same page. From brainstorming to concrete problem-solving, the value of shared visualization and annotation cannot be overstated.
Seamless transition between physical and virtual workspaces
The beauty of AR glasses lies in their ability to adapt to varying work environments seamlessly. This isn’t just about making remote work more effective but also about transforming the way we interact in physical offices. Through real-time reminders, spatial orientation within an office building, or even health monitoring, these devices can take several administrative burdens off professionals, allowing them to focus on high-value tasks. They become an extension of the mind, reducing the need for extraneous notetaking and information lookup.
Meetings can take place spontaneously, without the logistical hassles of room bookings and video conferencing links. Whether you’re at home or in a meeting room, the experience stays consistent. This fluid integration between physical and virtual workspaces is where the technology really shines.
Enhancing human interaction in a digital world
The power of AR goes beyond digital utility; it has the potential to enrich human relationships in professional settings. Imagine receiving real-time, non-verbal cues from your audience during a presentation, thereby allowing you to adapt your approach and engage more effectively. It combines the best of digital data analytics with the nuance of human interaction. Having everyone’s name and position appear before you in a meeting fosters deeper professional bonds.
The ability to discreetly access information about someone you’ve just met can be invaluable for introverts. AR glasses allow users to become socially smarter, transcending limits like forgetfulness and lack of context that often constrain human interaction.
Integrating AI for context-aware assistance
A crucial aspect that can elevate the efficacy of AR glasses is the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI). By incorporating AI, these devices can become context-aware, offering data and suggestions based on real-time situations, thus making the user experience more dynamic and responsive.
From smart scheduling assistants to provide talking points before an important meeting, to safety alerts if you’re working in hazardous environments, an AI system tailored to your organizational needs can drastically boost both productivity and wellbeing. As AI capabilities grow more advanced, the possibilities for intuitive assistance become profound.
Managing ethical and security challenges
While the possibilities are vast, it’s crucial to think about the ethical and security implications of incorporating such advanced technology into daily work life. The ability to record and analyze data in real-time inevitably raises questions about privacy and data security that organizations must address proactively. Strict access controls, encryption and transparency about how augmented data will be used and stored are vital.
There are also cultural challenges to consider, as some employees may feel pressure to adopt AR glasses while others prefer minimal use. Clear organizational policies and training around consent, harassment and inclusion will be essential. Handled carefully, these technologies can be implemented ethically in a way that respects both privacy and professional growth.
In my role at Disaster Avoidance Experts, I’ve had the opportunity to guide companies through the integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance hybrid and remote work. One case study involves a multinational company grappling with the challenges of fractured communication across its diversified teams — remote, in-office and hybrid.
The corporation’s primary hurdles were not uncommon: geographic, linguistic and cultural differences that often create significant barriers to seamless communication, leading to a host of inefficiencies and collaborative deficiencies. Recognizing the need for a tailored solution, we initiated a detailed analysis of the communication barriers within the company, followed by the development of a robust set of standards and norms to facilitate better communication practices.
An integral part of the solution was the introduction of customized AR glasses, incorporating cutting-edge features like real-time transcription and translation. This feature alone dramatically lowered language barriers, facilitating instant and clear communication between team members who spoke different languages. Spatial computing features added to the AR glasses allowed for a shared, interactive three-dimensional space for team members to collaborate on complex tasks and projects, enhancing the collective problem-solving capabilities.
The impact of implementing AR technology was significant and measurable. Within three months, the company experienced a 23% improvement in team collaboration and communication effectiveness. This metric was likely derived from meticulous pre and post-implementation surveys that measured various aspects of team communication and collaboration.
The positive outcome of this case study is twofold: It demonstrates the direct benefits of integrating AR glasses into corporate communication strategies and highlights the importance of a holistic approach that includes training and the establishment of new operational guidelines. The result was not just a technological upgrade but a cultural transformation that empowered employees to maximize the potential of AR for improved collaboration and productivity.
Embracing game-changing innovation
As we navigate the complexities of a hybrid work environment, AR glasses present a transformative avenue that professionals and enterprises can’t afford to overlook. They offer more than just digital augmentation; they have the potential to revolutionize the way we communicate, collaborate, and even relate to each other in a professional setting.
Of course, no technology is a panacea. But used judiciously, augmented reality promises to enhance productivity and connectivity in groundbreaking ways. In a world that’s always in flux, adapting and adopting these technological innovations is less a matter of choice and more a requirement for staying ahead. Much like the internet and smartphones, what seems novel today may soon be an integral part of how business gets done. The future is here, and with the right vision, augmented reality can empower professionals for whatever lies ahead.
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In the words of Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, the Apple Vision Pro is “tomorrow’s engineering, today.” This headset, packed to the brim with cutting-edge technology, is Apple’s daring vision for the future of personal computing. Having helped 24 companies figure out their hybrid work policies, I can tell you that the Vision Pro isn’t just a shiny new toy for the retail consumer – it’s a game-changer for companies. Its impact on hybrid and remote work is akin to swapping a bicycle for a rocket ship when it comes to connectivity and collaboration.
Picture this: You’re at home, yet you’re also in a business meeting, observing a product prototype, or brainstorming with your team as if you were in the same room. As Tim Cook explains, we can “connect with people as if we’re sharing the same space.” That’s the magic of the Vision Pro.
Imagine having the future at your fingertips, or rather, on your face, today. That’s the promise of the Vision Pro. It’s not a mere enhancement to our tech-saturated lives, but a transformative leap forward, pushing boundaries and shattering expectations.
This device, hailed by Apple as the “most advanced personal electronics device ever,” takes augmented reality (AR) and brings it down from the realm of science fiction into your living room. Cook rightly views AR as a profound technology and the Vision Pro as a “huge leap” in this next chapter of technological evolution. This isn’t just a step forward; it’s a quantum leap, ushering in a new era of connectivity and collaboration in remote settings.
The Vision Pro is designed as a headset that doesn’t require any physical controllers. Instead, it relies on a person’s body movements for input. The headset is equipped with 12 cameras, five sensors, and six microphones, allowing it to track a user’s hands, eyes and voice. For instance, to select objects in an app, the user merely has to look at the object and then pinch their finger in the air. This is a departure from other headsets on the market, such as Meta’s Quest, which generally require a physical controller. Despite this, Apple’s demonstrations showed that hand-based control works well, and it is presumed that a Bluetooth-based gamepad could be used with the Vision Pro, as these are already supported on iOS1.
One important aspect to note is that, given its high price — $3,500 -—the Vision Pro might initially be bought for use by executives and managers, rather than rank-and-file employees. However, Apple believes that this product could integrate into everyday life, similar to how the iPhone revolutionized the smartphone industry. It’s expected that the price will come down over time, making the Vision Pro more accessible to a broader audience.
The influence of the Vision Pro extends beyond the realm of personal computing and entertainment, it also promises to reshape the world of work, particularly in hybrid and remote settings. The device turns immersive video calls, once a concept restricted to the realm of science fiction, into a tangible reality.
The Vision Pro employs front-facing cameras to scan a user’s face, leveraging machine learning algorithms to construct a 3D digital representation of the user. Internally positioned sensors detect and replicate the user’s facial movements onto this digital persona, effectively translating real-life expressions into the virtual realm. When both participants in a call are using the Vision Pro, they can view each other in complete 3D form. This creates a profound sense of presence and enhances communication, a feature that will prove invaluable in hybrid and remote work environments.
However, the Vision Pro’s capabilities are not limited to improving virtual communication. The device redefines remote collaboration, facilitating simultaneous tasking during calls within a shared virtual space. Whether it’s reviewing a project proposal with your team, brainstorming innovative ideas, or conducting a training session, the Vision Pro simulates the experience of physical proximity, eliminating the constraints of distance.
One of the notable challenges in remote work is managing distractions in the home environment. The Vision Pro addresses this issue head-on, enabling users to create a personalized work zone that blots out the chaos and clutter of their surroundings. The device’s proprietary “EyeSight” technology allows users to seamlessly transition between deep immersion in their work and awareness of their immediate environment with just a glance. According to Tim Cook, with the Vision Pro, users can “immerse themselves” in their work and “live in the future” today.
Ironically, Apple itself is at odds with flexibility. Tim Cook is threatening to discipline Apple employees who aren’t fully compliant with his demand that they come to the office three days a week. This inflexible, top-down approach is at odds with the vision of a flexible and dynamic future promised by Apple Vision Pro. It’s possible that the apparent contradictions will undermine both the narrative that Apple is using to drive Apple Vision Pro sales while also undermining employee engagement, who see it as hypocritical that Apple is offering products that facilitate flexibility while denying it to their employees.
Conclusion
The Apple Vision Pro stands at the forefront of AR technology and personal computing, but its influence goes far beyond these domains. This revolutionary device has the potential to fundamentally transform hybrid and remote work models, dismantling barriers, and fostering a new, immersive, and connected work experience. The Vision Pro not only serves as a window into the future of technology but also offers a glimpse into the future of work. It presents a solution to the pressing challenges posed by the new work norms, including improving communication, enhancing collaboration and managing distractions.
As the device becomes more affordable and accessible over time, it is likely that its adoption will accelerate, and its impact will become more pronounced. In a world where the boundaries of workspaces are continually blurring, the Vision Pro promises a future where distance and location are no longer constraints. Indeed, with the Vision Pro, we are one step closer to a future where everyone can experience the freedom and flexibility of working from anywhere, yet feeling as connected and productive as if they were in a traditional office setting. In essence, the Apple Vision Pro offers more than just a technological leap. It provides a fresh perspective on the concept of work, enabling us to envision a future where technology and human potential harmoniously intertwine to create an engaging and efficient work environment, irrespective of physical location.
A few years ago, a hardware designer named Kyle Buzzard watched a viral video of a seagull that had stolen a GoPro and taken photos of itself looking into the camera.
“That started wonder and the questions, how can we do that and automate it?” recalls Buzzard, who incidentally has the perfect name for his avian interests.
Buzzard and his associates envisioned an AI-powered smart bird feeder that could identify and snap photos of 1000 species of birds that might visit your backyard.
But there were two immediate hurdles they had to overcome.
“First, to try and get up close and personal high-quality images of birds without disturbing them,” explains Buzzard. “Second, to be able to recognize the species easily. Both are very challenging to do and have the bird remain in place long enough. How many times have you reached for your camera or bird book only for the feathered friend to have flown off?”
Buzzard’s design pedigree helped them accomplish their goals.
Bird Buddy launched its first Kickstarter in November 2020, raising $5 million, which according to the company, put them in the top 1% of all Kickstarter campaigns and was the most-funded campaign in Kickstarter’s gadget category.
The result was an ingenious bird feeder that is sort of PokemonGo meets the Ring.
How it works: A feathered friend flies to the feeder, and an AI-powered camera notifies you, identifies the species, takes photos, and organizes them into a collection.
Buzzard hopes the device helps people connect back to nature. “Unfortunately, many of us have developed a passive relationship with the natural world,” he says. With technology capturing most of our attention, we fail to look up and see the beauty surrounding us. He hopes Bird Buddy can help solve that by putting the natural world in the palm of your hands.
“We wanted to allow nature to have its chance in our digital lives,” Buzzard says.
For a fun look at the best photos captured by Bird Buddy users, check out the my bird buddy portal.
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In March, Irene Plenefisch, a senior director of government affairs at Microsoft, sent an email to the eight members of the Washington State Senate’s Environment, Energy, and Technology Committee, which was about to hold a hearing to discuss a bill intended to facilitate the repair of consumer electronics.
Typically, when consumer tech companies reach out to lawmakers concerning right-to-repair bills — which seek to make it easier for people to fix their devices, thus saving money and reducing electronic waste — it’s because they want them killed.
Plenefisch, however, wanted the committee to know that Microsoft, which is headquartered in Redmond, Washington, was on board with this one, which had already passed the Washington House.
“I am writing to state Microsoft’s support for E2SHB 1392,” also known as the Fair Repair Act, Plenefisch wrote in an email to the committee. “This bill fairly balances the interests of manufacturers, customers, and independent repair shops and, in doing so, will provide more options for consumer device repair.”
The Fair Repair Act stalled out a week later due to opposition from all three Republicans on the committee and Senator Lisa Wellman, a Democrat, and former Apple executive. (Apple frequently lobbies against right-to-repair bills, and during a hearing, Wellman defended the iPhone maker’s position that it is already doing enough on repair.) But despite the bill’s failure to launch this year, repair advocates say Microsoft’s support — a notable first for a major U.S. tech company — is bringing other manufacturers to the table to negotiate the details of other right-to-repair bills for the first time.
“We are in the middle of more conversations with manufacturers being way more cooperative than before,” Nathan Proctor, who heads the U.S. Public Research Interest Group’s right-to-repair campaign, told Grist. “And I think Microsoft’s leadership and willingness to be first created that opportunity.”
Across a wide range of sectors, from consumer electronics to farm equipment, manufacturers attempt to monopolize the repair of their devices by restricting access to spare parts, repair tools, and technical documentation. While manufacturers often claim that controlling the repair process limits cybersecurity and safety risks, they also financially benefit when consumers are forced to take their devices back to the manufacturer or upgrade due to limited repair options.
Right-to-repair bills would compel manufactures to make spare parts and information available to everyone. Proponents argue that making repair more accessible will allow consumers to use older products for longer, saving them money and reducing the environmental impact of technology, including both electronic waste and the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing new products.
But despite dozens of state legislatures taking up right-to-repair bills in recent years, very few of those bills have passed due to staunch opposition from device makers and the trade associations representing them. New York state passed the first electronics right-to-repair law in the country last year, but before the governor signed it, tech lobbyists convinced her to water it down through a series of revisions.
Like other consumer tech giants, Microsoft has historically fought right-to-repair bills while restricting access to spare parts, tools, and repair documentation to its network of “authorized” repair partners. In 2019, the company even helped kill a repair bill in Washington state. But in recent years the company has started changing its tune on the issue. In 2021, following pressure from shareholders, Microsoft agreed to take steps to facilitate the repair of its devices — a first for a U.S. company. Microsoft followed through on the agreement by expanding access to spare parts and service tools, including through a partnership with the repair guide site iFixit. The tech giant also commissioned a study that found repairing Microsoft products instead of replacing them can dramatically reduce both waste and carbon emissions.
Microsoft has also started engaging more cooperatively with lawmakers over right-to-repair bills. In late 2021 and 2022, the company met with legislators in both Washington and New York to discuss each state’s respective right-to-repair bill. In both cases, lawmakers and advocates involved in the bill negotiations described the meetings as productive. When the Washington state House introduced an electronics right-to-repair bill in January 2022, Microsoft’s official position on it was neutral — something that state representative and bill sponsor Mia Gregerson, a Democrat, called “a really big step forward” at a committee hearing.
Despite Microsoft’s neutrality, last year’s right-to-repair bill failed to pass the House amid opposition from groups like the Consumer Technology Association, a trade association representing numerous electronics manufacturers. Later that year, though, the right-to-repair movement scored some big wins. In June 2022, Colorado’s governor signed the nation’s first right-to-repair law, focused on wheelchairs. The very next day, New York’s legislature passed the bill that would later become the nation’s first electronics right-to-repair law.
When Washington lawmakers revived their right-to-repair bill for the 2023 legislative cycle, Microsoft once again came to the negotiating table. From state senator and bill sponsor Joe Nguyen’s perspective, Microsoft’s view was, “We see this coming, we’d rather be part of the conversation than outside. And we want to make sure it is done in a thoughtful way.”
Proctor, whose organization was also involved in negotiating the Washington bill, said that Microsoft had a few specific requests, including that the bill require repair shops to possess a third-party technical certification and carry insurance. It was also important to Microsoft that the bill only cover products manufactured after the bill’s implementation date, and that manufacturers be required to provide the public only the same parts and documents that their authorized repair providers already receive. Some of the company’s requests, Proctor said, were “tough” for advocates to concede on. “But we did, because we thought what they were doing was in good faith.”
In early March, just before the Fair Repair Act was put to a vote in the House, Microsoft decided to support it.
“Microsoft has consistently supported expanding safe, reliable, and sustainable options for consumer device repair,” Plenefisch told Grist in an emailed statement. “We have, in the past, opposed specific pieces of legislation that did not fairly balance the interests of manufacturers, customers, and independent repair shops in achieving this goal. HB 1392, as considered on the House floor, achieved this balance.”
While the bill cleared the House by a vote of 58 to 38, it faced an uphill battle in the Senate, where either Wellman or one of the bill’s Republican opponents on the Environment, Energy, and Technology Committee would have had to change their mind for the Fair Repair Act to move forward. Microsoft representatives held meetings with “several legislators,” Plenefisch said, “to urge support for HB 1392.”
“That’s probably the first time any major company has been like, ‘This is not bad,’” Nguyen said. “It certainly helped shift the tone.”
Microsoft’s engagement appears to have shifted the tone beyond Washington state as well. As other manufacturers became aware that the company was sitting down with lawmakers and repair advocates, “they realized they couldn’t just ignore us,” Proctor said. His organization has since held meetings about proposed right-to-repair legislation in Minnesota with the Consumer Technology Association and TechNet, two large trade associations that frequently lobby against right-to-repair bills and rarely sit down with advocates.
“A lot of conversations have been quite productive” around the Minnesota bill, Proctor said. TechNet declined to comment on negotiations regarding the Minnesota right-to-repair bill, or whether Microsoft’s support for a bill in Washington has impacted its engagement strategy. The Consumer Technology Association shared letters it sent to legislators outlining its reasons for opposing the bills in Washington and Minnesota, but it also declined to comment on specific meetings or on Microsoft.
While Minnesota’s right-to-repair bill is still making its way through committees in the House and Senate, in Washington state, the Fair Repair Act’s opponents were ultimately unmoved by Microsoft’s support. Senator Drew MacEwen, one of the Republicans on the Energy, Environment, and Technology Committee who opposed the bill, said that Microsoft called his office to tell him the company supported the Fair Repair Act.
“I asked why after years of opposition, and they said it was based on customer feedback,” MacEwen told Grist. But that wasn’t enough to convince MacEwen, who sees device repairability as a “business choice,” to vote yes.
“Ultimately, I do believe there is a compromise path that can be reached but will take a lot more work,” MacEwen said.
Washington state representative and bill sponsor Mia Gregerson wonders if Microsoft could have had a greater impact by testifying publicly in support of the bill. While Gregerson credits the company with helping right-to-repair get further than ever in her state this year, Microsoft’s support was entirely behind the scenes.
“They did a lot of meetings,” Gregerson said. “But if you’re going to be first in the nation on this, you’ve got to do more.”
Microsoft declined to say why it didn’t testify in support of the Fair Repair Act, or whether that was a mistake. The company also didn’t say whether it would support future iterations of the Washington state bill, or other state right-to-repair bills.
But it signaled to Grist that it might. And in doing so, Microsoft appears to have taken its next small step out of the shadows.
“We encourage all lawmakers considering right-to-repair legislation to look at HB 1392 as a model going forward due to its balanced approach,” Plenefisch said.
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