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Alexa Says my Smart Outlet is Not Responding. What Do I Do?

  Smart Outlets can be finicky.  Of all Smart Devices, Smart Outlets seem to have a great variance in capabilities.  Some generic Smart Outlets are just junk.  If you are having connectivity issues with a no-name Smart Outlet, it may very well be because you get what you pay for.  Often, these generic outlets claim compatibility with a few different Smart Control apps, and trying to pair the device with a different control app may solve your connectivity issues.  But unfortunately, many of the no-name plugs are just garbage and are not worth the money.  If a no-name plug keeps dropping wi-fi, and you do not like to constantly troubleshoot, it may be time to invest in a better Smart Plug.  Sometimes, the best thing to do is to replace the cheapie with a   Wemo   or  TP-Link . However, quality Smart Plugs can also glitch.  The minis seem to be more prone to dropping out than their larger compadres.  If a mini is constant...