Smart lighting is both practical and fun, and with the arrival of Black Friday into Cyber Monday, Amazon.com has deep discounts on tap. Whether you’re looking for Matter, Thread, or just standard WiFi enabled LED lighting, there are good deals available while supplies last. Even Philips Hue kits are on sale, which are considered the best, but priciest, option.
If you’re not familiar, Matter is a smart home standard that was first announced in 2019. It is a joint effort between the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) which includes Amazon, Apple and Google.
Hundreds of other companies have since joined, and the first Matter supported lighting products are hitting the market as we speak.
Thread is a mesh networking technology that utilizes low-level networking that does not require traditional WiFi network connectivity, per se. It is meant specifically for Internet of Things (IoT) device connectivity. This allows the Thread enabled devices to network with each other, and use less energy than a typical WiFi enabled device.
However, a Thread Border Router is required in order for Thread devices to communicate out to the public network. There are several Thread Border Router devices, such as:
- Apple TV 4K
- Apple HomePod Mini
- Amazon Echo Smart Speakers
- Amazon eero Mesh routers
- Google Nest Hub Max
- Google Nest WiFi routers
The hope is to cut down on brand incompatibility for smart home lighting products, and avoid consumers being left with obsolete tech.
It also aims to reduce the dedicated “smart hub” accessory purchases that clutter up our homes. Philips Hue bridge, anyone?
Onto the holiday savings…
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Philips Hue White Base Lumen (60W) Smart Button Starter Kit, Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit 60 Watt On sale now $68.70 was $99.99 – WHAT’S IN THE BOX: Each kit contains 3 Philips Hue White A19 60W LED Smart bulbs (able to fit most lamps, overhead lights, and 4-inch recessed cans ); Philips Hue hub that can reliably control up to 50 Hue lights without slowing your Wi-Fi; and one Smart Button with mounting plates – VOICE ACTIVATED: By using the Hue Hub, these Smart Bulbs connect to your favorite smart home devices like Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Assistant for the ultimate smart home experience |
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Philips Hue Econic White & Color Ambiance Outdoor Smart Pathway light Base Kit (Hue Hub Required), 1 pathway light + mounting kit, Works with Alexa On sale now $103.45 was $149.99 – VOICE CONTROL: Control your Philips Hue lights with your voice using Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Assistant. Pair it for home automation with your existing Nest products or Samsung SmartThings system, or use the Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor to automate smart lights upon detection of movement. – BRIGHTEN UP YOUR OUTDOORS: Brighten up dark paths with 16 million colors or all shades of white. No more complexity to get smart lighting outdoors: go create and extend as you like. – 16 MILLION COLORS: The Philips Hue Econic Pathway Light instantly lets you set the mood for any occasion with 16 million colors. |
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Wemo Smart Light Switch with Thread – Smart Switch for Apple HomeKit – 3 Way Switch Compatible On sale now $34.99 was $49.99 – EASY LIGHTING CONTROL: Supporting single pole, and 3 way light configurations, the Wemo Smart Light Switch with Thread allows you to easily control your lights using Apple HomeKit, the Apple Home App on iPhone & iPad, or by using Siri. – BUILT WITH THREAD: Thread technology allows smart home products to connect faster and more reliably than ever. The Wemo Smart Light Switch with Thread also supports Bluetooth if your device doesn’t support Thread. – BROAD COMPATIBILITY: Designed for use with single pole and 3-way switches, you can bring smart light control to any room. Compatible with neutral wiring used in most homes, our Smart Light Switch provides a safe, modern lighting solution. Alternatively, a Wemo Thread enabled dimmable light switch is available for sale for $59. |
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Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Charcoal with Philips Hue White Smart Bulb On sale now $17.98 was $55.98 – This bundle includes Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Charcoal and Philips Hue White A19 Medium Lumen Smart Bulb, 1100 Lumens. – The Echo Dot offers a built in Hub with Alexa. Ask Alexa to control Zigbee-compatible devices. No additional Philips Hue hub required. – Control your lights with Alexa – Connect your Philips Hue smart lights to Alexa for easy voice control. Just ask, “Alexa, turn on the living room light”. |
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Amazon eero 6+ mesh Wi-Fi system On sale now $194 was $299 – GIGABIT SPEEDS FOR LESS – Supports wifi speeds up to a gigabit, without the premium price tag. eero 6+ is our most affordable gigabit system ever. Backward-compatible with previous-generation eero devices. – WI-FI 6 GETS A BANDWIDTH BOOST – eero 6+ supports additional wifi bandwidth on the 160 MHz radio channel (that’s just wifi talk for faster connectivity). With the eero 6+, there’s enough bandwidth for the whole family to work, stream, and video chat—all at the same time. – CONNECTIVITY YOU CAN COUNT ON – eero 6+ gives you all the connectivity with all the reliability. So you can work from home with confidence—and say goodbye to dropped video calls. Or keep your smart home running, even when you’re away. |
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Philips Hue Bluetooth Gradient Ambiance Smart Lightstrip 2m/6ft Base Kit with Plug with Echo Dot On sale now $169.99 was $229.98 – Instantly set the mood for any occasion with 16 million colors. Transform any room for an immersive entertainment experience, create the perfect atmosphere for a get-together with friends, or complement your home decor. – Get a seamless blend of multiple colors of light at the same time in a single LED smart light strip. The colors flow together naturally, casting a diffused rainbow of light. – The Echo Dot (5th Gen) is our best sounding dot yet. Enjoy an improved audio experience compared to any previous Echo Dot with Alexa for clearer vocals, deeper bass and vibrant sound in any room. |
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