Get the latest tech news
These 7 common household items were draining power all day - until I pulled the plug
You've likely heard of 'vampire devices,' but you may be surprised by how many of your home's electronics are secretly draining power.
Look around your home and see what is plugged in that doesn't need to be, including alarm clocks, cordless phone bases, electric kettles, hair dryers, and more. As someone with a whole-home backup system that sees multiple power outages a year, I make a habit of unplugging devices to save energy. I unplug anything from smart plugs and lamps to air purifiers and robot vacuums that don't need to be used during a power outage, and I keep my home running with only 330Wh to 600Wh to extend the life of my backup battery.
Or read this on ZDNet