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A cheap smart plug can't press buttons, but it can modernize half your house.

Smart plugs offer complete appliance and electrical gadget control, unlocking features such as voice control through Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, IFTTT, and other smart home assistants.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Turning your house into a smart home may sound intricate and expensive, but smart plugs make the transition simple and affordable.