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<![CDATA[ Latest from TechRadar AU in Smart-lights ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/smart-lights Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Light up your life with the Philips Hue Omniglow, the best Hue lightstrip yet ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-omniglow-review prVtS8errcDkDw76LmXqTA Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA just released a super cheap Philips Hue Play Light Bar lookalike, but there's one big drawback ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/ikea-just-released-a-super-cheap-philips-hue-play-light-bar-lookalike-but-theres-one-big-drawback jeRTqMu2DVwwx3HXHC74oc Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:11:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Get enough of these and you could probably throw your own rave' — the 3 best smart light bulbs, recommended by a home tech editor ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/get-enough-of-these-and-you-could-probably-throw-your-own-rave-the-3-best-smart-light-bulbs-recommended-by-a-home-tech-editor 24zV82VQ8QA8GPShhbMPZN Sun, 08 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'A marriage of hue and form' — IKEA's donut-shaped Varmblixt smart lamp has started landing in stores early, and we can't wait to get our hands on it again ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/a-marriage-of-hue-and-form-ikeas-donut-shaped-varmblixt-smart-lamp-has-started-landing-in-stores-early-and-we-cant-wait-to-get-our-hands-on-it-again tfa8Pvb7poavAC9US44vtb Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:55:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA's new motion-activated light 'can be installed anywhere' — and it doesn't need a hub ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/ikeas-new-motion-activated-light-can-be-installed-anywhere-and-it-doesnt-need-a-hub ZVmqLvDMBGyRrep4QfroWb Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:09:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ These outdoor Philips Hue lights are expected to get a big upgrade soon – with new color effects and an 1,100-lumen brightness boost ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/these-outdoor-philips-hue-lights-are-expected-to-get-a-big-upgrade-soon-with-new-color-effects-and-an-1-100-lumen-brightness-boost mrWzryUZx9Fps6veSQrNxC Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:42:24 +0000 <![CDATA[ I test smart lights for a living, and these are my top 3 Philips Hue smart lights to brighten up any space ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/i-test-smart-lights-for-a-living-and-these-are-my-top-3-philips-hue-smart-lights-to-brighten-up-any-space h6kUjyUeM7VS8VGy3aPdWF Sat, 07 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA's iconic 'donut' lamp has had a glow-up – here are the 5 coolest features, with insights from a brand exec ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/ikeas-iconic-donut-lamp-has-had-a-glow-up-here-are-the-5-coolest-features-with-insights-from-a-brand-exec Dq9sxkztMSimkt54MJAaDe Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:35:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Most people won't buy it because they want a smart device, but because it’s a beautiful lamp' – IKEA exec on the secrets behind the new version of the brand's iconic donut lamp ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/most-people-wont-buy-this-updated-varmblixt-because-they-want-a-smart-device-but-because-its-a-beautiful-lamp-ikea-exec-on-the-secrets-behind-the-new-version-of-the-brands-iconic-donut-lamp ogzkiBJJrQzX4kdnQvVXE5 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:42:48 +0000 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:56:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ Tempted by the IKEA donut lamp? The upgraded Philips Hue Flourish might be an even better smart home buy ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/tempted-by-the-ikea-donut-lamp-the-upgraded-philips-hue-flourish-might-be-an-even-better-smart-home-buy 8jFjVf5tCZzBBqMeoyyN4A Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:53:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Philips Hue is pushing out an upgrade for Bridge and Bridge Pro devices, ready to make smart-light automations easier ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-is-pushing-out-an-upgrade-for-bridge-and-bridge-pro-devices-ready-to-make-smart-light-automations-easier xoGcphxhmfNjMgyJuPKEXg Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:28:55 +0000 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:18:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ "It does look like a giant donut": IKEA's latest Varmblixt smart light is a viral sensation, but it's not the only show-stopping product coming in 2026 ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/it-does-look-like-a-giant-donut-ikeas-latest-varmblixt-smart-light-is-a-viral-sensation-but-its-not-the-only-show-stopping-product-coming-in-2026 Rk5hd9VyT2Rc3ssjsdjqRA Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This IKEA donut lamp has invaded my dreams, and now I want nothing but to own 12 of them ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/this-ikea-donut-lamp-has-invaded-my-dreams-and-now-i-want-nothing-but-to-own-12-of-them gQ29kim8CfaY7k7C2yZn9f Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:58:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 5 best gadgets IKEA announced at CES 2026 – including a smart version of my favorite lamp ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/the-5-best-gadgets-ikea-announced-at-ces-2026-including-a-smart-version-of-my-favorite-lamp JUAKKh2o4exV5HHA2QKqEH Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:02:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ I love the new Philips Hue Essential smart bulbs, but how do the new Lifx Everyday lights compare? ]]> https://www.techradar.com/tech-events/i-love-the-new-philips-hue-essential-smart-bulbs-but-how-do-the-new-lifx-everyday-lights-compare hsD6nsjDmGHxwtT8JNohXh Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:41:11 +0000 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:42:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA just revealed a new donut-shaped smart light – and it'll look sweet on your tables or walls ]]> https://www.techradar.com/tech-events/ikea-just-revealed-a-new-donut-shaped-smart-light-and-itll-look-sweet-on-your-table-or-wall fAVTtVb6iV5VhHqQEHpRhJ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:04:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Philips Hue app can now customize lighting scenes so they suit the layout of your rooms ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/the-philips-hue-app-can-now-customize-lighting-scenes-so-they-suit-the-layout-of-your-rooms xfEjXAbzHoKKZWrpFT5Uwf Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Govee unveils 3 new smart lights, plus a host of new features to help you create the perfect mood ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/govee-unveils-3-new-smart-lights-plus-a-host-of-new-features-to-help-you-create-the-perfect-mood r6DTs8njVWrst98b7NskUb Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:41:24 +0000 <![CDATA[ Philips Hue Essential lights are spectacular value, but the originals outshine them in one key way ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-essential-review UmF8SgMdrCMLMk4cjCXa2P Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:27:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nanoleaf's first ever floor lamp has transformed my living room lighting – I just wish the app was easier to use ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/nanoleaf-smart-multicolor-floor-lamp-review hKz3doFGZCJ9YsDefC9KYH Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:26:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Philips Hue Bridge Pro is finally on sale, but there's something you should know before you buy one ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/the-philips-hue-bridge-pro-is-finally-on-sale-but-theres-something-you-should-know-before-you-buy-one RpkTeKLniHweAKhpKM2bj7 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 22:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Over 10 new Philips Hue devices just landed – here's everything you need to know about the Bridge Pro, OmniGlow, and more ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/new-philips-hue-launches-2025 Ac7uDTHC2TEZwWkDqgYgWE Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are Philips Hue Essential bulbs the cheap smart lights we don't need? ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/are-philips-hue-essential-bulbs-the-cheap-smart-lights-we-dont-need MkeBhCL5djigHdiCKAiXuN Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Leaked Philips Hue hub can support over 150 bulbs, and turn them into motion sensors ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/leaked-philips-hue-hub-can-support-over-150-bulbs-and-turn-them-into-motion-sensors txdLoZpuxFfuSX8dYbszE8 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:55:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ Philips Hue accidentally leaks its next smart lights – here are 4 fun new models on the way ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-accidentally-leaks-its-next-smart-lights-here-are-4-fun-new-models-on-the-way XEVGYUUbbEFNd6o2Mk9fFh Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:14:39 +0000 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:15:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ I swapped my alarm clock for this Philips Hue light, and I've never felt more refreshed in the morning ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/i-swapped-my-alarm-clock-for-this-philips-hue-light-and-ive-never-felt-more-refreshed-in-the-morning TB6bTYUM8jAgbQcF7xcu6T Mon, 11 Aug 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:39:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Philips Hue Play Wall Washer transformed my home cinema setup, and it makes a perfect wake-up light, too ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-play-wall-washer-review UMC3iTVS9CmKFEsgCbbUxD Wed, 06 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:25:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ If Philips Hue is too expensive, the HDMI Sync Box and TV Backlight set from WiZ is a cheap and effective alternative ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/wiz-hdmi-sync-box-kit-review ie7fK4W2McD9SJUn4Z42GW Sat, 05 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:24:42 +0000 <![CDATA[ The WiZ Gradient Light Bars are a budget-friendly way to make your home theater experience more immersive ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/wiz-gradient-light-bars-review ssuDw2Pdh8GaoXVfnr7mri Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:57:12 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:24:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've been using the WiZ Gradient Floor Lamp for three weeks, and it brings smart lighting ambience to my home without breaking the bank ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/wiz-gradient-floor-lamp-review tg2JUdNnm9PoCQHGfBBKuW Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:20:13 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:24:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ ‘What you can do now is quite amazing’: the company behind Philips Hue reveals how to get the most from your smart lights ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/signify-hue-wiz-interview GfvTPUmNbBQoqDorznSTkV Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 cool things you didn't realize your Philips Hue lights could do ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/3-cool-things-you-didnt-realize-your-philips-hue-lights-could-do VP437eVtchW6fnEjYDbsYc Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:28:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ This palm-sized Philips Hue gadget has revolutionized my smart lighting setup ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-dimmer-switch-review Fk4VEZrCZoQFPBsnWhbh3Z Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:22:08 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:24:31 +0000 <![CDATA[ I really rate this budget Philips Hue alternative – and I highly recommend you check them out if you want to brighten up your home for less ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/i-review-smart-lights-for-a-living-and-this-is-the-brand-id-recommend-if-you-dont-want-to-pay-philips-hue-prices tLjQ9vb7nFz6w7NJAv39pg Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:00:00 +0000 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:44:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ Phillips Hue lights get a free AI upgrade – and it's a feature that could take your smart home to the next level ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/phillips-hue-lights-get-a-free-ai-upgrade-and-its-a-feature-that-could-take-your-smart-home-to-the-next-level nzsG7rqwovFeUNx5Cm8Th4 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Philips Hue is launching a stylish new smart light to 'wash' your walls with color – early Amazon listing reveals all ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-is-launching-a-stylish-new-smart-light-to-wash-your-walls-with-color-early-amazon-listing-reveals-all 9zrKnhixZuePz2bVh7f3Eb Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:19:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ Philips Hue's AI assistant is finally here – and if you have an iPhone, you can try it now ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hues-ai-assistant-is-finally-here-and-if-you-have-an-iphone-you-can-try-it-now xkP7up967hH8eTSGHeLdR4 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 16:14:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ Configuring your Philips Hue lights and sensors is now headache-free thanks to this free app update ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/configuring-your-philips-hue-lights-and-sensors-is-now-headache-free-thanks-to-this-free-app-update cMYThjksNBRdfk58AM3QKY Thu, 29 May 2025 15:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nanoleaf's new indoor and outdoor smart lights are its funkiest designs to date ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/nanoleaf-launches-flexible-rope-light-for-your-walls-and-flower-like-solar-garden-lights-for-your-yard YSXatHs2g44M8mArnDBWyL Tue, 20 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Tue, 20 May 2025 20:37:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ Philips Hue bulb types explained: choose the right lights for your home ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-bulb-types-explained-choose-the-right-lights-for-your-home RJE37RGckMJRgXRZwUspXL Sun, 11 May 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:53:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ If the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box is too expensive, this new budget-friendly alternative from WiZ could be exactly what you need ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/wiz-hdmi-sync-box-launch SeMeLEKsuSQ39s9nh4UCcJ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:48:59 +0000 Tue, 06 May 2025 16:10:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ Got Philips Hue lights? This new customizable button could make them even smarter ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/got-philips-hue-lights-this-new-customizable-button-could-make-them-even-smarter HqxRrwV6DUooAmYWUdoFXV Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:02:52 +0000 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:27:13 +0000 <![CDATA[ I have Philips Hue lights everywhere in my home, and this is what I want to see from its AI assistant ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/philips-hue-ai-assistant-wish-list ouSj3njbffuWWTA7Adneyi Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Your Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box is getting a big software update, and it's good news for gamers ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/your-philips-hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-is-getting-a-big-software-update-and-its-good-news-for-gamers rdr3RXwy9gXC2PwJWQuXC6 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 17:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Got Philips Hue lights? This free update gives you 8 new scenes for an instant makeover ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/got-philips-hue-lights-this-free-update-gives-you-8-new-scenes-for-an-instant-makeover mYUDKyUbFaSNyWSk8PM8xj Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:08:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Nanoleaf light strip adds Ambilight-style illumination to your gaming setup – and it's amazingly cheap ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/this-nanoleaf-light-strip-adds-ambilight-style-illumination-to-your-gaming-setup-and-its-amazingly-cheap u63VhM5Sw2GUW8GmkzngRW Fri, 21 Mar 2025 12:30:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ Setting up your Philips Hue lights is now quicker and easier than ever thanks to the latest app update ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/setting-up-your-philips-hue-lights-is-now-quicker-and-easier-than-ever-thanks-to-the-latest-app-update M3DnTmwhaGqq7kbDEz5gz Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:25:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ Got Philips Hue lights? A free app update delivers these 3 improvements ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/got-philips-hue-lights-a-free-app-update-delivers-these-3-improvements ZrwxaRcJZC9zEAffQoGZz3 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:59:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Your LG TV can now synchronize with Philips Hue lights without a pricey HDMI Sync Box ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/your-lg-tv-will-now-synchronize-with-philips-hue-lights-without-a-pricey-hdmi-sync-box rQf8k7o4qWgXQbQY4d6fWF Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:44:47 +0000 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:16:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ Do your Philips Hue lights keep forgetting your last settings? There's now a fix ]]> https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/do-your-philips-hue-lights-keep-forgetting-your-last-settings-theres-now-a-fix uBx34mRrkZJn5eZdVGSYRg Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:51:25 +0000 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:29:03 +0000