6 Smart Lightbulbs

Smart light bulbs are one of those things that you never know you needed. But once you get some, other lightbulbs just seem pretty dumb by comparison.

In addition to voice command and remote control via smartphone app, most smart bulbs also feature color-changing capabilities with a wide range of options, perfect for dance parties or general mood lighting.

TP-Link’s Kasa Smart Wi-Fi bulbs ($33.97) are one of the best ways to dip your toe in the water of intelligent lighting. It’s compatible with Google and Amazon ecosystems.

Philips is another well-known vendor in smart lighting. Its Hue White and Color Ambiance ($48.47) bulb is excellent and works with all three smart home ecosystems.