Lighting

Philips Hue light bulbs launched the colored lighting trend. With a quick tap of a button, the color of the light could switch on a dime. The effect adds ambiance and has even been proven to promote health and wellness. Now, Philips Lighting introduces a way to make your entertainment content more lively, engaging and […]

When your penthouse apartment boasts an uninterrupted river view from St. Paul’s Cathedral on one side to Big Ben on the other side, maintaining that magnificent vista is of upmost importance. But when people living in neighboring apartment buildings can see inside to, these same scene-stealing windows can be a huge compromise of your privacy. […]

One of the best ways to experience what it’s like to live in a smart home is to see one in action. It’s one thing to read about innovative new technologies like automated lighting, whole-house music, and voice control of home devices; it’s another thing altogether when these electronic marvels can be demonstrated to you […]

Even though lighting design can greatly improve a home’s appeal, it is a seldom done. Every room in a home can benefit from a thoughtful lighting design, but as with any art form, it can be a challenge to tackle on your own. Here are the four basic elements of lighting design for anyone interested […]

Lighting control systems are noted for their ability to automate the lights in your home. Programmed by a professional integrator and linked to the switches in a home, they can provide a remarkable level of convenience and comfort to a household. But there’s another crucial component to great home lighting: the light fixtures themselves. Fixture […]

The Smart Light Switch Pro from iotty sure has good looks going for it. A contemporary Italian design makes it eye-catching rather than an eyesore. Plus, it’s built with the ability to be automated so that really all you need to do is sit back and admire it. The switch isn’t available just yet. It […]

Motion triggered floodlights are an effective way to protect your home from trespassers and vandals. But why not also use your security lights for non-security reasons. That’s the thinking behind the new Arlo Outdoor Smart Home Security Light from Netgear.   Powered by removable rechargeable batteries or an optional solar panel, the wireless Arlo Security […]

Daylight Savings time: it’s a blessing and a curse. You get to roll back the clocks and relish an extra hour of sleep, but when it’s 5 p.m. and completely dark…well… it’s a bit depressing. The shorter days we’re experiencing don’t have to be such a downer. Now is the time when good lighting in […]

It’s logical to harbor some amount of skepticism for smart light bulbs when their biggest claim to fame is their ability to shine in a “rainbow of colors” and that you can choose those colors from a mobile app. This might be a fun feature that might impress a few friends, but it’s hardly the […]

If there’s one thing that can make your home look instantly more elegant, it’s a smart lighting system. Noon Home offers a solution that make your home lighting look as if it was designed by a professional, but you install it and configure it yourself. It is the first product to be launched by the […]