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SMART LIGHTING

Most smart lighting systems use LED bulbs that are longer lasting and a lot more power-efficient than traditional light bulbs, so it’s worth switching to LED lighting simply to save money on your energy bills. However, most smart bulbs cost around $20 each, compared toabout $4 for a not-so-smart bulb, so they need to earn their keep in other ways, too.

The cheapest LED bulbs just create ordinary white light, but many smart bulbs can change color, allowing you to select different

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