We will save on electricity costs! And ironically, there are all kinds of useful electronic devices for this. We bring you some, including smart plugs and a solar-charged powerbank.
Voltcraft SEM6000 (3 pcs) (70,99€)
These three sets of smart plugs can provide you with data on your energy consumption. You can get an idea by looking at the color: green means the connected device is not consuming much power. The redder the ring, the more the device consumes. The plugs can also be turned on and off via your smartphone and you can program all the plugs via an app. The app also has an anti-theft mode to turn the lights on and off.
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Philips Hue Smart Plug (29.95 €)
The Philips smart plug is slightly more expensive than its competitors, but of course it fits perfectly into the Philips Hue ecosystem. If you use the Hue Bridge, you can program complex switches and coordinate any Hue product. There is an analog switch on the top, the plug is suitable for all countries where F type plugs are used. In addition to the Netherlands, these are, for example, Germany, France and Spain.
Ecosavers Countdown Countdown (18.95€)
Despite its appearance, this is not a regular 24-hour time switch, but a device that can count up or down. This is useful if you want to charge your smartphone overnight and automatically turn off the power after an hour, or if you want to turn a lamp on and off after a certain time. The product is only suitable for Dutch sockets, the device will not work in Belgium.
Smartify Smart Receipt (18.99€)
A smart plug is useful if you want to know what the power consumption of the connected device is, or if you want to turn devices on or off remotely. The plug automatically connects to your WiFi network so you can power the plug from anywhere in the world. The smart plug works with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and IFTTT Hub, so you can control the device with your voice, too. You can see all the data in the Smartlife app.
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WBPINE Power Bank (35,99€)
If your workplace is by the window, consider a solar charger for accessories like your smartphone or tablet. In this way, you can use these devices all day long without paying extra.
This power bank has a capacity of 30,000 mAh and can therefore provide two 5 volt connectors of 2.1 amps each. You can also use the power bank outdoors and it has a small flashlight on it.
Russell Hobbs 21600 (€59,-)
To save electricity in your home, you need devices that work efficiently. Electric kettles consume energy, but you can save up to two-thirds with the Russell Hobbs 21600. You can easily see how much water you need for your tea, as the body is made of glass and has degree markings on the outside.
The kettle has a removable filter that reduces scale. The Russell Hobbs 21600 has a total capacity of 1.7 liters.
Want more tips for reducing your electricity costs? Then we recommend the Automatic Energy Saving Course Package!
Source: Computer Totaal
