Smart light bulbs can be a great start to a smart home, but they have a major weakness. You'd be better off upgrading another ...

Even if your old smart bulbs have lost access to their smart features, they can be put back into circulation for a variety of ...

Many smart bulb issues often trace back to outdated border-router software that undermines modern Thread and Matter networks.

Most homes are full of lighting that looks good but works the same way it did decades ago. Flip a switch, light turns on.

Smart lighting is one of the foundational aspects of a smart home. In fact, I would argue it’s likely the most common aspect of almost every smart home. There’s something magical about having lighting ...

Customized home lighting used to mean a dimmer switch. Today, smart light bulbs let you control colors, sync to music, fade at bedtime or even choose white light to suit your mood—from warm amber ...

Here’s what’s new, which shades are coming, and why this Varmblixt update could make the fan favorite go viral again.

The $30 Lifx Smart Dimmer is also coming in Q2 and is an in-wall, paddle-style switch with four customizable buttons, a ...

For selection and affordability, Ikea will be hard to beat for Matter-compatible smart home sensors and lighting in 2026.

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