//12 power strips and surge protectors to keep you organized and powered up

12 power strips and surge protectors to keep you organized and powered up

The 1980s brought us the computer age and also ushered in the power strip. Now we’ve got laptops, tablets, smart phones and wireless Bluetooth devices — and we’re still tied to those power strips.

Today, power strips often incorporate USB ports and surge protection. You might not know that every time an electrical appliance cycles on or off, there may be small voltage spikes degrading that surge protector every day. So, to be sure you’re getting the most protection you can, it’s a good idea to replace your power strips every two to three years. Here are some of the best picks: