Plain-jane bulbs are so yesterday. Smart lights are in, not only because they're one of the easiest ways to enter the world of smart home tech, but also because they're one of the most affordable.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides the ever-versatile smart speaker, some people start their smart home setups with a bright idea: the smart lightbulb, and for good ...

Integrating your smart lights with other devices can take your home automation to the next level. For example, connecting them with smart thermostats or security systems can allow for coordinated ...

No smart device is quite so simple as a smart light: These LED bulbs and light strips can last for years, let you control them from anywhere or set up automatic schedules and offer many color-changing ...

Finally, there’s the swanky Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus, a 6.9-inch touchscreen smart home hub designed to take on the likes of the Amazon Echo Hub, or higher-end control panels from the likes of Control4 ...

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 ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

Whether you’re looking to improve visibility under your kitchen cabinets, make your staircase a bit safer, or illuminate your record collection with colored lights that change to the beat of the music ...