Whether enabled by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, or another protocol, smart LEDs bring new possibilities to home lighting. On the practical side, you can use app-connected bulbs to set usage-specific ...

If you're looking to bolster your smart home with smart bulbs, utilizing Google Home compatibility is a tempting proposition for those of us with Android phones or other Google compatible devices, i.e ...

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Compared to just a few years ago, smart light bulbs today are downright ubiquitous — but with a wider selection comes more decision making. To help you make quick work of shopping, it's helpful to ...

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From screw-in bulbs and colorful LED strips to table lamps and outdoor string lights, check out the top smart lighting we've tested for illuminating your space and setting the mood. I'm PCMag's ...

Smart technology like Alexa speakers, smart plugs, and smart thermostats have streamlined how we interact with the everyday components of our homes, giving the basic functionality of something as ...

Smart lighting has been around since the late ’90s (looking at you, Clapper), but with the advent of smart technology it’s a whole new game. These days, features like remote app and voice control give ...

Thousand Hills State Park superintendent Ryan Persinger poses next to one of the park’s cabins. The flat, square light built into the cabin’s awning behind him produces less light pollution than the ...