# Connected Outdoor Electrical Plugs The D-Link Outdoor Wi-Fi Smart Plug is Simple to Use By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-04-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-wifi-smart-plug References: [werd](https://www.werd.com/55317/this-weatherproof-smart-plug-from-d-link-brings-voice-control-outdoors/) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/2Rk2nPS) The market is flush with smart home solutions for indoors, so the [D-Link](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dlink-aquila-pro-ai-m95) Outdoor Wi-Fi Smart Plug aims to help extend this same connectivity and capability to the outdoor environment. The unit features a weatherproof design with an IP54 rating and a 2.4GHz connection to allow to be easily connected to a WiFi network for easy control via the accompanying smartphone app. The plug has two traditional outlets along with a USB port that will allow for charging when spending extended periods of time outdoors or even to power up additional exterior solutions. The D-Link Outdoor Wi-Fi Smart Plug provides support for the [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-cync-outdoor-plug) Alexa and [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-plug-and-switch) Assistant voice assistants, and even works with If-This-Then-That (IFTTT) protocols. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Connected Outdoor Electrical Plugs:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop advanced weatherproof smart plugs with enhanced connectivity features for the outdoor environment. - **Smart Home Solutions for Outdoors:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create a range of outdoor-focused smart home solutions and accessories to extend connectivity and functionality beyond indoor environments. - **Voice-activated Outdoor Control:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate voice assistant compatibility into outdoor smart plugs and devices to enhance convenience and ease of use. ### Who This Affects Most - **Smart Home Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Innovate smart home technology to include outdoor options, expanding the market and consumer possibilities. - **Iot (internet of Things):** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Further integrate IoT into outdoor electrical solutions, paving the way for a connected and automated outdoor environment. - **Home Automation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop advanced home automation systems that seamlessly integrate outdoor electrical control for a comprehensive smart home experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Weatherproof Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-cync-outdoor-plug.md) - [Intelligent Exterior Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-plug-outdoor.md) - [Accessible All-Season Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapo-p410m-smart-wifi-outdoor-plug.md) - [Surge Protector Outlet Extendors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-plug-outlet-extender.md) - [Connected Outdoor Floodlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atomi-smart-wifi-led-floodlight.md) - [Power Station Outlet Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-powerextend-usbc-plug.md) - [Aftermarket Smart Home Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-tapo-p125m.md) - [Weatherproof Internet Extenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eero-outdoor-7.md) - [Connected Energy-Monitoring Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-kasa-smart-plug-mini.md)