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Go to the Amazon Smart Plug product detail page here. Add one Amazon Smart Plug to your cart. Enter the code PLUG99 at checkout to receive one Amazon Smart Plug for $0.99, if eligible.
Use the Alexa app to set up your Amazon Smart Plug. Tip: Before setup, download or update the Alexa app in your mobile device's app store.
Set Up Your Amazon Smart Plug
- Plug your device into the wall.
- Open the Alexa app .
- Open More and select Add Device.
- Select Plug.
- Follow the instructions to setup your device.
Step 1. Simply unpack the Smart Plug and place it into your desired outlet. After that, you will need the Smart Life app, so download it now. If you are on Android, it will be in your Google Play Store, and if you are on iOS, then you can find it in the App Store.
There might be slight variations between the Android and iOS apps; the following steps are for Android.
- Turn the TV on, and make sure the Chromecast screen is showing on your TV.
- Open the Google Home app on your smartphone.
- Tap the plus sign at the top.
- Choose Set up device.
- Tap Set up new devices in your home.
If the Google Home app can't find your bulb or plug during set up. Turn the device off for 10 seconds, then turn it back on. Make sure you have the latest version of the Google Home app. Reboot your speaker or display.
What to Know
- You need a Google Home smart speaker, smart light bulbs, and the Google Assistant app for iOS or Android to set up smart lights.
- Add your bulbs in the app by going to Explore > Compass > More > Settings > Home Control > Plus (+) > Phillips Hue.
- Group lights by rooms by going to Home > Rooms.
How do you link and interact with apps?
- Open the Google Home app Android or iOS device.
- In the top left corner of the Home screen, tap Menu.
- Confirm the Google Account that is listed is the one linked to Google Home.
- Tap Explore.
- Scroll through the list of apps for the Assistant.
You can control over 50,000 smart home devices including TVs, remote controls, lights, appliances, plugs, thermostats, and more using your Google Nest or Home speaker or display. To get started, you'll first need to set up your device in the Google Home app.
You can now voice-control your lights just like in the movies! Google Home allows you to use its voice Assistant, enabling you to operate your lights as you please. And what's more, learning how to link lights to Google Home is very easy! Google Assistant app on your smartphone (Android or iOS)
Pair your device
- On your iPhone or iPad, open the Google Home app .
- At the bottom, tap Home .
- Select your device.
- At the top right, tap Device settings Audio. Paired Bluetooth devices.
- Tap Enable pairing mode.
A smart plug can turn any of your home appliances into smart products, letting you control them even when you're away from home. As smart plugs can be controlled remotely, they'll come in handy if you want to turn on an appliance while you're out of the room.
Are smart plugs dangerous? Not usually. Smart plugs pass the same standard safety guidelines as any other device you plug into the wall. As with any electrical device, you should be safe as long as you don't overload the outlet.
Although they cost more than traditional outlets, the benefits of smart outlets make the added expense worth it. Some builders are already integrating them into most new construction, and it shouldn't be long before they are the standard for outlets in homes.
Here are some of the best smart plug uses:
- Lights. Try combining smart plugs with motion detectors to turn on lights when you enter a room.
- Smart thermostats.
- Televisions and computers.
- Gaming systems.
- Coffee makers.
- Refrigerators.
- Washing machines.
- Slow cookers.
