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Nanoleaf just launched the first Matter-certified holiday lights

These smart holiday lights let you go from a colorful Christmas theme to a white winter wonderland with an app on your phone.

The best Philips Hue lights you can buy

For the best Philips Hue lights, you should check out the Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance set, which can fulfill all your lighting needs. Also, explore these other options that provide smart lighting from Philips Hue lights and can light up your home in seconds.

April 7, 2023 by Lena Borrelli in Smart Lighting

Want to create better TikToks and Reels? You need one of these ring lights

The right lighting makes all the difference, especially when shooting a TikTok video, Instagram Reel, or YouTube Short. The best ring lights have multiple brightness levels, Bluetooth remote capabilities, stepless dimming, and more for creating quality content.

April 7, 2023 by Allison Murray in Smart Lighting

Govee's new smart lights use AI to match your monitor's colors in real time

The company also announced a new, soon-to-be Matter-compatible Neon Rope Light for desks to perfectly reinvigorate any gaming setup.

March 27, 2023 by Maria Diaz in Smart Lighting

The 16 best tech gifts at Walmart for any time of the year

Walmart is a one-stop shop for tech gifts. With deals and rollbacks on tons of items like TVs, cameras, and home audio, you'll be able to find something for everyone.

February 23, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Home & Office

These are my favorite smart plugs for making outlets more intelligent

The Wyze Plug wins my vote for the best smart plug, thanks to its incredible value and strong, reliable performance. However, that is not the only option available. Here's my pick of the top five smart plugs you can buy.

February 13, 2023 by Lena Borrelli in Smart Home

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GE Cync Dynamic Effects smart light strip review

These full color smart light strips feature music sync, a durable plastic coating, eye-catching effects, all with no hub required.

February 13, 2023 by Maria Diaz in Smart Lighting

How to throw an unforgettable Super Bowl Party

With just six fun, techy additions to your home, everyone will be talking about your Super Bowl Party this year.

February 10, 2023 by Rebecca Isaacs in TVs

This smart light strip is cheaper than Philips Hue but just as magical

I expected a cool gamer backdrop from the GE Cync Dynamic Effects, but I got a nostalgia-filled trip down memory lane instead.

February 9, 2023 by Maria Diaz in Smart Lighting

20 top Best Buy deals: Save big on TVs, laptops, tech for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is nearly upon us, and while flowers are nice, these tech deals can get your special someone the things they actually want while saving some cash.

February 3, 2023 by Rebecca Isaacs in Deals

The best lights for streaming on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok

Having the right lighting setup can take your streams and videos to the next level by giving them a more professional look. And while you don't need to have a full studio's worth of lights, having a key or fill light will go a long way towards boosting your production values.

January 25, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Photo & Video

Smart home trends at CES 2023: Matter support, immersive lighting, and LG sneaker displays

The beginning of the year has technology companies committing to new endeavors in and outside the home.

January 6, 2023 by Maria Diaz in Smart Home

Govee presents its first Matter-enabled smart lights at CES 2023

The smart lighting manufacturer is teaming up with Google to showcase the new Matter-certified light strip at CES 2023.

January 4, 2023 by Maria Diaz in Smart Lighting

CES 2023 Day 1: The biggest announcements so far

It's Day 1 of the largest tech conference in the US, and here are the biggest announcements from major companies.

January 3, 2023 by Rebecca Isaacs in Gaming

Nanoleaf announces Matter-compatible smart lighting at CES 2023

Products range from smart light bulbs and strips to a new automation learning assistant. Plus, a unique way to mirror the colors shown on your TV with Nanoleaf lights.

January 3, 2023 by Jason Cipriani in Smart Lighting

CES 2023: GE Lighting adds new Cync hexagon panels, bulbs, and customizable neon lights

Cync is announcing new smart lighting products ahead of CES 2023, as well as Matter updates and a new Schlage smart lock integration.

January 3, 2023 by Maria Diaz in Smart Lighting