Seeing the Light: When to Use a Smart Bulb, Switch or Plug
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Smart lighting is easy. Picking out the best smart lighting for your needs isn't. We show you when it’s best to choose smart bulbs, plugs, or in-wall switches.
Smart lighting is easy. Picking out the best smart lighting for your needs isn't. We show you when it’s best to choose smart bulbs, plugs, or in-wall switches.
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Smart bulbs vs. smart switches: The pros and cons of connected lighting - CNET
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LED Smart Bulbs, Smart Lighting Bulbs
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Smart bulbs vs. smart switches: The pros and cons of connected lighting - CNET
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Smart bulbs vs. smart switches: The pros and cons of connected lighting - CNET