Smart lights are the most popular invention of the smart home era. In addition, smart lights are definitely the easiest entry point for people wanting to get started with smart home technology.
It's easy to see why people love smart lights and why they’re getting even more popular:
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Smart lights provide a pleasant ambiance in the home.
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You can control smart lighting remotely through an app, button, or virtual assistant.
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Smart bulbs can drastically reduce energy use and save you money.
Are LED light bulbs more energy-efficient?
LED light bulbs are much more energy-efficient than traditional incandescent bulbs and significantly more efficient than compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs.
The biggest reason LED light bulbs are so efficient is that they generate light in an entirely different way than incandescent bulbs, which rely on running current through a metal filament until it is hot enough to produce light. The bulbs house an inert gas and use a glass enclosure to ensure things don’t melt or light on fire, but the bottom line is that the light relates to heat. What ends up happening is that over 90% of the electricity pumped through the filament is lost as heat energy, with the remainder going towards the light.
What light bulbs help save energy?
LED light bulbs save the most energy out of any commercially available type today. Not only do they use 90% less power than incandescent bulbs, but they can also last 25 times longer, reducing the cost of replacement.
Are LED lights cheaper to run than energy-saving bulbs?
Since LED lights use 90% less power than incandescent bulbs, your electric bill should go down by making the switch. CFLs are good, but their savings on traditional light bulbs is only 25% to 35% in electrical usage. LEDs are a clear winner and are worth making the upgrade.
