Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

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Reliably bright lighting can turn your home into a winter wonderland that will shine all season long. The best outdoor Christmas lights are up to the task: You’ll want ones with with weatherproof ...

From screw-in bulbs and colorful LED strips to table lamps and outdoor string lights, check out the top smart lighting we've tested for illuminating your space and setting the mood. I'm PCMag's ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Outdoor lights are hard to get right, but at a time when we’re ...

Looking to turn your house into a smart home? Swapping out your dumb bulbs with smart ones is the easiest way to start. Many smart bulbs can be screwed into existing light sockets, and they can be ...

Smart light bulbs abound, letting you replace your standard incandescent bulbs with a variety of connected solutions that support phone and voice control. Back when we first started reviewing ...

Smart LED light bulbs are one of the easiest ways to get into the IoT space. These smart lighting solutions let you control your home’s illumination from your phone and other connected devices, and in ...