Smart Lighting
Philips Hue Essential A19 Bulb with Bluetooth (White & Color Ambiance, Matter, 2-Pack)
- Dimmable Bulb
- 800 Lumens
- 2200-6500K Color Temperature Range
- 25,000-Hour Bulb Lifespan
TORK WFIS1 Wi-Fi Screw-In Socket
- Remotely Control a Screwed-In Bulb
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- 2.4 GHz Wireless Frequency
- Scheduled Usage
Olight Ostrip White LED Strip Light (16.4')
Philips Hue G25 Filament Edison Bulb with Bluetooth (White Ambiance)
- Dimmable Bulb
- 550 Lumens
- 2200-4500K Color Temperature Range
- 15,000-Hour Bulb Lifespan
Philips Hue A19 Bulb with Bluetooth (White & Color Ambiance, Matter)
- Dimmable Bulb
- 1100 Lumens
- 1000-20,000K Color Temperature Range
- 25,000-Hour Bulb Lifespan
Philips Hue Recessed Downlight (White Ambiance, 4")
- Dimmable Recessed Lighting
- 850 Lumens
- Lifespan up to 35,000 Hours
- Instant On/Off Control
TP-Link Tapo L530E Smart Wi-Fi Light Bulb (Multicolor, 8-Pack)
- 806-Lumen Output
- Dimmable
- 15,000-Hour Lifespan
- 2500-6500K Color Temperature
TP-Link KL125 Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Bulb (Multicolor, 8-Pack)
- 2 x 4-Pack
- 800 Lumens
- Dimmable
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
ProX Roll 16' 300 RGB SMD5050 LED Strips Kit Power Supply/Wireless Remote Sound Active IR Controller
Philips Hue 5/6" Slim Downlight (White & Color Ambiance)
- Dimmable Recessed Lighting
- Slim Canless Design
- 1200 Lumens, 16 Million Colors
- Lifespan up to 35,000 Hours
VIJIM GL01 Smart Ambiance Backlight (Pair)
- Two Light Bars
- Dimmable
- 2700-6500K Color Temperature Range
- 16 Million Colors
Neewer NF04 Smart RGBW LED Corner Floor Lamp (works with Alexa, 1000lm)
Neewer Smart Outdoor LED String Lights (50', RGB, Warm White, IP65)
TP-Link Tapo L930-5 Smart Wi-Fi Light Strip (2-Pack, 16.4', Full Color)
- 1000-Lumen Output
- 16 Million Colors
- 25,000-Hour Lifespan
- 2500-6500K Color Temperature
Philips Hue Bloom Table Lamp with Bluetooth (White & Color Ambiance)
- 500 Lumens
- Dimmable
- 25,000-Hour Bulb Lifespan
- Instant On/Off Control
Philips Hue Lightguide Ellipse Bulb (White and Color Ambiance)
- 500-Lumen Output
- Dimmable Bulb
- Works with Bluetooth & Zigbee Protocols
- Hue App for iOS & Android
Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance Play Light Bar (Black)
- 530 Lumens
- Up to 16 Million Colors
- Hue Bridge Required for Operation
- 2000 to 6500K Color Temperature
TP-Link KL135 Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Bulb (Multicolor, 8-Pack)
- 1000 Lumens
- Dimmable
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Customized Scheduling
Neewer NF06 Smart RGB LED Corner Floor Lamp (works with Alexa, 1500lm)
Philips Hue E26 Starter Kit (White & Color Ambiance)
- 2 Bulbs & Hue Bridge
- 800 Lumens
- 2000-6500K Color Temperature Range
- 25,000-Hour Bulb Lifespan
Philips Hue BR30 Bulb (White & Color Ambiance, 2-Pack)
- 1100 Lumens
- Dimmable
- 2000-6500K Color Temperature
- 25,000-Hour Bulb Lifespan
Eve Flare Portable Smart LED Lamp
- Light Output of 95 Lumens
- Supports Thread & Bluetooth Low Energy
- Timers & Customized Colors
- Wireless Charging
Neewer Smart Outdoor LED String Lights (100', RGB, Warm White, IP65)
Smart Light Bulbs
Smart light bulbs are usually the first connected appliances adopted in smart homes. Smart LED bulbs boast wireless connectivity that allows them to be controlled remotely. With these, you can turn lighting fixtures on and off without reaching for wall switches. Depending on the model, you may also be able to change light color and brightness, as well as set a schedule for each smart bulb. One of the most popular smart lightning products is the Philips Hue smart lighting system, which offers different types of connected bulbs, in addition to smart LED strips, accent lamps, and wake-up lights.
Types of Smart Light Bulbs
Unlike regular LED lamps, smart bulbs connect wirelessly to hubs and/or the internet via your Wi-Fi network. They use wireless standards such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, and Z-Wave. Smart home light bulbs can support more than one of these wireless technologies. Units that support only ZigBee and Z-Wave require dedicated hubs which you can connect to your home router. Bluetooth LED bulbs are the most affordable options. To use, simply pair them to your smartphone or tablet. Bluetooth bulbs can go out of range if you are too far from them in your home. Wi-Fi smart LED bulbs, however, can be controlled anywhere in your home. and are easier to install than hub-based models.
Choosing the Right Smart LED Bulbs
First, consider the color. Most units are white bulbs, but there are also smart color light bulbs. You can change the colors of these LED bulbs to best suit the mood in the room or create your own ambiance. If you have smart dimmers and switches installed in your home, look for dimmable smart LEDs.
When replacing regular bulbs with connected ones, make sure to find replacements of equivalent brightness. Manufacturers often compare LED fixtures to equivalent incandescent bulbs and lamps. For example, an 8 to 9-watt LED unit is equivalent to a 60-watt incandescent bulb. However, the true measure of brightness is lumens. Another key feature to consider is color temperature. Daylight and cool white lamps have high temperatures. Choose these for office lightning and outdoor smart light bulbs. Warm white units, with lower temperatures, are ideal for indoor fixtures, because their warm glow is relaxing.
Can I Control Smart LED Light Bulbs with My Smart Speaker?
Not every smart bulb works with smart speakers. Those that support voice assistants offer a hands-free option for controlling your home lighting. To use this feature, make sure to order Wi-Fi-enabled light bulbs that are compatible with your smart speaker. The three popular voice-enabled home automation platforms are Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit. Note that some smart bulbs support both Alexa and Google Assistant.
Start creating the smart home of your dreams by installing your first smart light bulbs. Check out the wide selection of home automation products available at B&H Photo and Video.