So, I grabbed this Philips Wi-Fi surge protector hoping it’d be the ultimate solution for my smart home setup. Here’s the tea:
✅ The Good: The app is slick—super easy to set up schedules and control outlets remotely. Voice control with Alexa? Chef’s kiss. The braided cord feels premium, and the always-on outlets are clutch for my router.
❌ The Bad: Like others, mine started acting up after ~5 months. Random clicking noises, Wi-Fi drops, and the blue light ghosted me. Customer service? More like customer *avoidance*—zero help after hours of calls.
⚡ Verdict: Great in theory, but QC seems like a lottery. If you get a working unit, it’s fantastic… until it isn’t. Proceed with caution (or just buy a different brand).
P.S. Philips—fix your strips AND your support!