# Exterior Smart Power Solutions The TP-Link Kasa WiFi Outdoor Plug Works with Lighting and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-outdoor-plug References: [werd](https://www.werd.com/56624/take-your-smarts-outside-with-kasas-wi-fi-outdoor-plug/) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/31dAQV8) Smart home solutions have become commonplace within living spaces, so the [TP-Link](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapo-p410m-smart-wifi-outdoor-plug) Kasa WiFi Outdoor Plug is a device that aims to help extend that same level of connectivity and convenience to exterior spaces. The device works by being plugged into an existing outlet and will immediately go to work offering users the ability to control how power is used. The accompanying smartphone app will let users set schedules, while connectivity with [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-cync-outdoor-plug) Alexa and Google Assistant offers impressive voice control support. The TP-Link Kasa WiFi Outdoor Plug allows two devices to be plugged in at the same time and is perfect for use with [patio solutions like lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifx-outdoor-lights-collection) or even holiday decorations for a customizable operation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 25% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Outdoor Home Automation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of new devices and technologies for controlling and automating outdoor spaces. - **Voice-activated Outdoor Devices:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing voice-activated outdoor devices to expand convenience and accessibility of outdoor power control. - **Customizable Outdoor Power Solutions:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating personalized, scalable solutions for managing power usage in outdoor spaces, such as patios and yards. ### Where This Applies - **Home Improvement:** Smart home technology and automation can be applied to improve and streamline outdoor spaces, allowing for innovation in the home improvement industry. - **Outdoor Lighting:** The increasing prevalence of outdoor smart plugs and voice control technology present an opportunity for innovation in the outdoor lighting industry. - **Decorative Outdoor Products:** Innovative solutions for controlling and automating power usage in outdoor spaces can be applied to decorative products such as holiday lighting and yard displays. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible All-Season Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapo-p410m-smart-wifi-outdoor-plug.md) - [Connected Weatherproof Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-cync-outdoor-plug.md) - [Connected Energy-Monitoring Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-kasa-smart-plug-mini.md) - [Aftermarket Smart Home Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-tapo-p125m.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) - [Smart Rgb Power Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisoutlet-aura.md) - [Smart Home Plug Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-plug-and-switch.md) - [Power Station Outlet Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-powerextend-usbc-plug.md)