Keep in mind the attract of the Clapper? No extra getting away from bed to hit the sunshine change! It appeared innovative on the time (you’ll be able to nonetheless purchase it), however know-how has come a great distance since then. Now you’ll be able to management the lights, set timers and schedules, and alter colours together with your smartphone or your voice if in case you have a voice assistant—no clapping required.
Sensible bulbs are a terrific place to start out when creating a sensible residence. Most choices are comparatively low-cost, they’re straightforward to put in, they usually’re one thing you employ on a regular basis already. Plus, there aren’t any cameras or door locks for somebody to hack into, and no wiring to mess with. Do you need to attempt voice controls? Contemplate getting a good speaker or good show, however you’ll be able to all the time use the good bulb’s app. Of the handfuls we have examined over time, these are the perfect good bulbs.
Up to date February 2024: We have added new testing notes on bulbs from Nanoleaf, Philips Wiz, and Philips Hue.
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