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How can I save electricity with all of my electronics?

Power Strips That Save Electricity

CableOrganizer.com Tip: A power strip is a strip of sockets that allows multiple electronics to be plugged in. Are you concerned with saving electricity? Then you might want to look into buying a power strip with sensors that shut off idle currents when your electronics are plugged in but not in use. Companies of these products claim these power strips will even save you money on your energy bill.

Here are a few examples of energy-saving power strips on the market:

Wattstopper: uses a motion detector to monitor and manage the energy use. You can set it to turn off if it goes idle for anywhere from 30 seconds to 30 minutes. Costs around $90
Smart Strip Power Strip: can sense the difference between when computer devices and other electronics are on or off. Costs around $35.

Be aware that these devices will not work with every electronic device. However, the Smart Strip works with most computer peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) and home entertainment products. Check with your electronics expert to see if an energy-saving power strip will work with your technology.

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