After announcing a brand-identity shift into consumer smart home devices, TP-Link has followed through with a slew of affordable Smart Wi-Fi bulbs that do not require the installation of a hub.
TP-Link’s LB100, LB110, and LB120 look like regular LED bulbs. Pop them in a light socket and they will light up your room — they are also energy efficient, so the bulbs will save you some cash in the long run. But the highlight here is that they connect to your home Wi-Fi — all you have to do to be able to control them is download the company’s smart home app on iOS or Android.
The pairing process is simple — you only have to enter your home Wi-Fi network’s password to connect the bulb to your phone. You can then rename the bulb to something more suitable, like “living room. From there, you’ll be able to do a lot more than turn it on or off. The app lets you toggle the brightness of the bulb, and set lighting schedules or moods. You can also control them from wherever you are, as long as the device is still connected to your home network.
The bulbs also work in conjunction with Amazon Echo, meaning you can control them with the Alexa voice assistant.
Smart bulbs without the need for a hub aren’t new — C by GE, Philips Hue Wireless Dimming Kit, LIFX Color 1000 are just a handful of smart bulbs that offer plug-and-play access. TP-Link’s offerings are solid, but there are other smart bulbs on the market that offer similar features and colors for the same or a lower price. TP-Link has three variations for you to choose from.
TP-Link offers a two-year warranty on these bulbs, and they are available for purchase on TP-Link’s website and Amazon, and in Home Depot retail stores.
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