We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides the ever-versatile smart speaker, some people start their smart home setups with a bright idea: the smart lightbulb, and for good ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the simpler ways to make one's home feel a tad futuristic, and offer conveniences you didn't realize you 'd appreciate, is to install ...

Want to brighten your home with the power of your voice? I tested the top smart bulbs from Philips Hue, Amazon, Ikea and more ...

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Updating your home lighting is a big project, and it may be easy to lean toward smart lights. However, smart light switches can deliver much of the same convenience at a lower cost. Let’s put these ...

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App-connected smart lights give us new ways to manage home brightness. Here are my favorite picks, from bulbs to light strips.

When thinking about smart lights, a famous bulb brand that comes to mind is Philips Hue. These products are reliable, easy to install, and integrate well with other smart home gadgets. However, they ...

The significance of light in my apartment has grown steadily over the years. Where once I relied on my phone’s flashlight to lead me to sleep in the evening, for example, I now rely on my phone to ...