The Wi-Fi socket works completely without a gateway (hub). You don't need any additional device, which saves extra costs, as the socket establishes a direct Wi-Fi connection to the router. Step by step to a smart home: With the Hama Smart Solution app, you can expand and network your smart home with as many Hama smart home products as you like. Whether on the couch or lounging on the beach, you can control the Wi-Fi socket from anywhere and have full control over the devices connected to it at any time. Whether with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, you can conveniently turn the devices connected to the smart home sockets on and off using voice control.