With the Help of This $20 Outlet Timer, I Didn’t Utter a Single Four-Letter Word While Setting Up the Christmas Lights

To be clear, the MyTouchSmart is not without its drawbacks. The screen doesn’t light up when you press the buttons, which has ...
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Do You Need To Unplug Outdoor Christmas Lights Every Night?

Outdoor Christmas lights can pose a fire hazard. Learn whether it's OK to leave them plugged in all night and how to keep your home safe.
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Astronomic Patio Light Timer

Not satisfied with the handheld remote control for his outdoor patio lights, [timabram] decided to build an automatic timer using an ESP8266. He’s using a set of string lights from Costco, but as you ...
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Christmas lights, outdoor timers recalled

WASHINGTON, Dec. 13 -- NBG International Inc. of Houston and Winstar International Inc. of New York recalled on Thursday more than 100,000 strings of decorative Christmas lights that pose electric ...
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7 common outdoor lighting mistakes — and how to fix them

Having the right outside lighting can really boost your exterior and lift your mood when it’s cold and dark outside. And while the correct outside lighting can add a soft ambient glow to your yard, it ...
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Safety agency recalls thousands of holiday lights and timers

WASHINGTON (AP) _ Three companies are recalling 109,000 strings of holiday lights and 50,000 outdoor light timers because they could cause electric shocks and start fires. NBG International Inc., of ...