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 ...

Feit Electric has acquired struggling smart home device manufacturer Lifx, pledging to keep the company alive and continue releasing products under the brand. In a deal announced on Friday, global ...

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 ...

Feit’s IntelliBulb Battery Backup provides three hours of emergency run time if the power goes out–but whether you need that capability is a bigger question. Ever needed a bulb that you needed to stay ...

Loyal users of LIFX smart lights are breathing a sigh of relief with news that the brand has a new–and hopefully, more financially solvent–owner. Feit Electronics, a California-based manufacturer of ...

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. A few years back, there were two big names in the high-end smart bulb game — Philips Hue, which ...

Thinking about upgrading to smart lightbulbs? You’re not alone. According to a 2022 Global Consumer Survey by the market research firm Statista, 32 percent of U.S. respondents own smart lighting ...

Philips Hue smart lights have tons of interesting features, but most aren't compelling enough for everyday use.