Does that appliance need an app? I don’t think so
Do mobile apps really make our home appliances smarter? Manufacturers say yes, but we beg to differ.
Why smart lights are the perfect entry point to the smart home
Start building your smart home on the right foot. Smart lights are painless, easy to set up, and highly affordable.
How to sync smart lights to music
Get the party started with smart lights that sync to your music, be it streaming on Spotify or stored locally. Learn how to do it and which lights to use.
Govee Immersion Kit review: Making TV watching a more colorful experience
The Govee Immersion Kit extends the colors of your TV screen to the wall around it, drawing you deeper into anything you watch.
Smart bulb technology, installation, and setup guide
Setting up smart bulbs is easy with these simple steps for Philips Hue, Lifx, Nanoleaf, and Wyze smart light bulbs. This guide has everything you need to know.
Guide to the best automated smart light switch timers
Manage your home lighting with schedules thanks to smart light timers. Learn about the best timers available and how they work.
Can smart lights help with seasonal affective disorder?
Seasonal affective disorder can really bring you down in the winter. Smart lights can help fight the symptoms but aren't a substitute for proper light therapy.
The best LED light bulbs for 2022
LED bulbs are an affordable and practical way to light your home, and they keep getting better. Here are our picks for the best LED light bulbs on the market.
How to install a smart light switch
If you know the steps, installing a smart light switch is a relatively painless process. Check out our complete guide on how to install a smart light switch.
The best Google Home routines and how to use them
Google Home routines can help automate your life and save time by doing multiple things at once. Here are some of the best routines we've found.
Smart lighting for safety and security
Smart security lights can help secure your home's perimeter. Find out how motion sensing and mobile alerts can provide greater peace of mind.
Smart lighting voice control guide
Having voice-activated lights is one of the hallmarks of a truly modern home. Learn the ins and outs of how it works here and how to use Philips Hue lights.
How to control your Christmas lights with voice commands
The holidays are rapidly approaching! Setting up holiday lights is tricky, learn how to use Christmas smart lights to control them with voice assistants.
Your Christmas tree might be bright, but here’s how to make it smart
Making a smart Christmas tree is easier than you think with the right products and apps. Here's how to set schedules, control colors, sync to music, and more!
How long does smart lighting last?
Smart light bulbs are a big investment. Do they last long enough to be worth the cost? Let's dig into the issues.
This Philips Hue Lightstrip Starter Kit just got a huge discount for Black Friday
This Philips Hue Lightstrip Starter Kit is perfect for those looking to spruce up their house with smart and vibrant lighting -- at a massive sale of $41 off!
Smart light bulbs vs. smart switches: The pros and cons
How do you decide between updating your home with smart light bulbs or just updating to smart light switches? Here's what you need to know to decide.
Top 5 benefits of smart lighting
Smart lighting systems offer a lot of advantages, but are they worth the investment? We take a deep dive into the many benefits of smart lighting solutions.
How do smart lights work?
There's a lot going on inside a smart light bulb. We're going to dig into the science of LEDs, the wireless protocols used, and the wide range of designs.
Do smart lights save money?
If you're looking to save money on your electric bill, try upgrading your lights. We're run through the best energy-saving light bulbs.
Guide to smart light switches
Add intelligence to your lamps with a smart light switch! By swapping out your old switches, you can command home lighting from your phone or with your voice.
How to use motion sensors for smart lights outdoors
Outdoor light motion sensors can add a healthy level of security to your home. Here's how to set them up.
Smart light bulb buying guide
Let us help you navigate the waters of smart light bulb shopping. Which is the best smart bulb? How expensive are they? What can you even do with them?
Govee Neon Rope Light review: Colorful spaghetti noodles for your wall
The Govee Neon Rope Light is a flexible, colorful light strip that can be used to spell out letters or create light-up patterns on your wall.
Even more Amazon Black Friday deals just dropped — what to buy
We're looking at awesome Amazon Black Friday deals on tablets, wireless headphones, smart-home assistants, and more.
How to use Philips Hue lights with geofencing
Philips Hue's app now allows you to use your exact location to turn lights on or off automatically when you arrive or leave home. Here's how to do it.
Investing in illumination? Here’s why budget bulbs may be your best bet
There are hundreds of smart light bulbs and lighting kits on the market, but what brands should you invest in? Our expertise says stick with the budget brands.
How to easily automate smart lights
Learn how to get your smart lights working for you We show you how to automate Philips Hue, Wyze and LIFX bulbs.
Govee Glide Wall Light Review: Simple on designs, big on light patterns
Got open space on a wall? Then add a bit of flair with some dazzling light patterns using the Govee Glide Wall Light. Best of all, you won't spend a fortune.
Nanoleaf Lines Review: Dazzling glow sticks for your wall
The Nanoleaf Lines are a new, unique design in smart lights that refine the Nanoleaf formula and improve on its aesthetic appeal.
Nanoleaf Lines ditches the panels for a modular wall-mounted light bar design
The Lines are the newest entry in Nanoleaf's lineup. These smart lights can display up to 16 million different colors, match your music, and more.
Philips Hue vs. Philips WiZ Smart Light Bulbs
Philips Hue and Philips WiZ are easy to mix up since they're both smart light bulbs, but they aren't interoperable. Here's how to pick between one or the other.
How to connect Alexa to lights
Amazon's Alexa makes it easy to connect your smart lights to your smart assistant for simple, streamlined control. Learn how to do it with these easy steps.
Your Philips Hue lights can now sync to the beat of your Spotify music
Philips Hue has partnered with Spotify for a more streamlined, immersive music and light experience.