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  • #3092
    tusk
    Registered Users Posts: 5,882 ✭✭✭tusk


    How Soon Is Now wrote: »
    What makes them so much better? The 3 pack of hue seems to better value then the lifx bulbs.

    Colors are way more vibrant. The light is brighter. They don't need a hub. I have no intention of buying any more Hues but would definitely buy more of these.


  • #3093
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,776 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    tusk wrote: »
    Have a few Hue, LifX and Tradfrii. The LifX are by far the best. The app is great too. They usually go on sale down to about 36 pound. Expensive, but worth it for me over the hue bulbs


    Jaysus, as luck would have it, they're down to the lowest price i've ever seen them!

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=lifx&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

    I found my Lifx bulbs to be the most trouble to set up. It was an absolute nightmare, so much so I sold them after about 20 failed attempts to get the second bulb to connect.


  • #3094
    tusk
    Registered Users Posts: 5,882 ✭✭✭tusk


    TitianGerm wrote: »
    I found my Lifx bulbs to be the most trouble to set up. It was an absolute nightmare, so much so I sold them after about 20 failed attempts to get the second bulb to connect.

    Wow, I had absolutely no problems with mine, and one's in the attic :eek:


  • #3095
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,776 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    tusk wrote: »
    Wow, I had absolutely no problems with mine, and one's in the attic :eek:

    Wouldn't connect at all. Spent ages onto Lifx customer service and they couldn't help either. Hue is a much better system overall and as far as I'm aware the new bulbs don't need a hub.


  • #3096
    How Soon Is Now
    Registered Users Posts: 13,079 ✭✭✭✭How Soon Is Now


    Only thing that's pointing me towards the hue bulbs is you get a 3 pack and a hub for 70 pound. Which would be better value overall as I'm just gonna sell the hub as already have one.

    Plus Im happy with the hue bulbs I already have in sitting room. Think only thing which would turn me straight to another brand if where much cheaper.


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  • #3097
    Krombopulos Michael
    Registered Users Posts: 1,088 ✭✭✭Krombopulos Michael


    One of the things I like with my hue is the dimmer switch that can be physically mounted to a wall etc. and the remote magnetically detaches. I've not used Lifx but i'm just more invested into the hue ecosystem at this point.


  • #3098
    tusk
    Registered Users Posts: 5,882 ✭✭✭tusk


    Krombopulos Michael wrote: »
    One of the things I like with my hue is the dimmer switch that can be physically mounted to a wall etc. and the remote magnetically detaches. I've not used Lifx but i'm just more invested into the hue ecosystem at this point.

    Yeah this is it. If you're in the ecosystem already, probably not worth the change. I originally only had the 1 hue before I got my LifX and defo prefer it.

    Those yee lights look pretty decent though, may have to take a lookit.


  • #3099
    ted1
    Registered Users Posts: 23,240 ✭✭✭✭ted1


    Krombopulos Michael wrote: »
    One of the things I like with my hue is the dimmer switch that can be physically mounted to a wall etc. and the remote magnetically detaches. I've not used Lifx but i'm just more invested into the hue ecosystem at this point.

    I just use google home to adjust my yeelights.


  • #3100
    AngelaRI
    Registered Users Posts: 6,809 ✭✭✭AngelaRI


    Perhaps not quite the right spot, but deal of the day bargain on Sennheiser HD4.50 Bluetooth Noise Cancelling headphones (fantastic quality, I've had a pair for a year with no visible wear showing): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-HD-4-50-Headphone-Cancellation-Black/dp/B07CKT8Z57?th=1
    £89.99 down from £179.99, ends in 5 hours. For comparison, Harvey Norman is having a flash sale for €159 and so is Currys

    Edit: prime members only, for the matte black. Regular black is still a good deal at £119.99


  • #3101
    antix80
    Registered Users Posts: 2,419 ✭✭✭antix80


    Google home for €80
    https://www.did.ie/google-home-wireless-bluetooth-smart-speaker-white-ga3a00483a04-ga3a00483a04-prd


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  • #3102
    THE ALM
    Registered Users Posts: 1,595 ✭✭✭THE ALM


    FYI

    Took a punt on these motion sensors on a prime deal as they were at £30 for the four, less than €10 each.

    Mixed reviews with regards to setting up with smartthings so was a bit dubious but will have to say that they all got picked up and paired with the V2 hub straight away without any problems, no special device handlers required. Record motion and temperature so a cheap sensor at that price.

    These Osram Smart+ products regularly pop up on different deals.


  • #3103
    Silverfluffs
    Registered Users Posts: 45 ✭Silverfluffs


    Time Limited lightning Offer - Light Wall Switch Cover for Philips Hue Dimmer Switch: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07PY5ZB2S/ref=pe_3187911_185740111_TE_item

    £11.24 instead of £14.99 for the two pack.


  • #3104
    THE ALM
    Registered Users Posts: 1,595 ✭✭✭THE ALM


    THE ALM wrote: »
    Harmony Elite on a great deal

    Elite back on a deal


  • #3105
    limnam
    Registered Users Posts: 9,152 ✭✭✭limnam


    eufy 15c is down to 186 on amazon uk


  • #3106
    chuck eastwood
    Registered Users Posts: 533 ✭✭✭chuck eastwood


    I ordered 3 of these last week and paid €29. Pretty good deal for 4.

    Smart Plug WiFi Outlet TECKIN Mini Plug Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and IFTTT, Wireless Socket Remote Control Timer Plug Switch, No Hub Required 4 Packs (Upgrade Version) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07MNJ72SF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_KNWoDbWQTW7SA


  • #3107
    limnam
    Registered Users Posts: 9,152 ✭✭✭limnam


    chuck eastwood wrote: »
    I ordered 3 of these last week and paid €29. Pretty good deal for 4.

    Smart Plug WiFi Outlet TECKIN Mini Plug Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and IFTTT, Wireless Socket Remote Control Timer Plug Switch, No Hub Required 4 Packs (Upgrade Version) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07MNJ72SF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_KNWoDbWQTW7SA


    Thanks, picked these up, been meaning to for a long time.


  • #3108
    Krombopulos Michael
    Registered Users Posts: 1,088 ✭✭✭Krombopulos Michael


    chuck eastwood wrote: »
    I ordered 3 of these last week and paid €29. Pretty good deal for 4.

    Smart Plug WiFi Outlet TECKIN Mini Plug Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and IFTTT, Wireless Socket Remote Control Timer Plug Switch, No Hub Required 4 Packs (Upgrade Version) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07MNJ72SF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_KNWoDbWQTW7SA

    I have these at home and they are great and i've connected to my Echo Dot too. Easy to use and nice and neat.


  • #3109
    chuck eastwood
    Registered Users Posts: 533 ✭✭✭chuck eastwood


    I use them with the smartlife app. Let's you automate schedules and set up various groups and timing situations great for outdoor strip lights, hall lights for kids at night and powering off tv/sky box etc at night to avoid wasting power on standby costs


  • #3110
    THE ALM
    Registered Users Posts: 1,595 ✭✭✭THE ALM


    Deal on a Hue Play double pack


  • #3111
    Alkers
    Registered Users Posts: 6,805 ✭✭✭Alkers


    THE ALM wrote: »
    Deal on a Hue Play double pack

    Has anyone used these? Verdict? Would you need the two for the full effect?


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  • #3112
    ted1
    Registered Users Posts: 23,240 ✭✭✭✭ted1


    chuck eastwood wrote: »
    I use them with the smartlife app. Let's you automate schedules and set up various groups and timing situations great for outdoor strip lights, hall lights for kids at night and powering off tv/sky box etc at night to avoid wasting power on standby costs

    Standby costs are minimal, so much that you’ll seldom recover the cost of the device


  • #3113
    limnam
    Registered Users Posts: 9,152 ✭✭✭limnam


    ted1 wrote: »
    Standby costs are minimal, so much that you’ll seldom recover the cost of the device

    It's only a small aspect of them

    I'm saving a fortune turning off the missus straightner from the office!

    I'd say I've made the cost back already :pac::pac::pac:


  • #3114
    Sheep Shagger
    Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators Posts: 6,200 Mod ✭✭✭✭Sheep Shagger


    25% off Hue lightstrip bundles (today only)

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/deal/484e4027/ref=gbmg_mob_s-5_766b_484e4027?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&dealid=484e4027&pf_rd_p=51115b45-fd90-48ba-947b-281d30c9766b&pf_rd_s=slot-5&pf_rd_t=35801&pf_rd_i=18&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=YND1AB33JBC8D0541S15


  • #3115
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 22,446 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    limnam wrote: »
    It's only a small aspect of them

    I'm saving a fortune turning off the missus straightner from the office!

    I'd say I've made the cost back already :pac::pac::pac:

    On devices like TV's, the smart plug could well be using more power then a TV on standby.

    Under EU law, any TV sold in the last 10 years has to use a max of 0.5w in standby mode. By comparison, some of the smart plugs I have average usage is about 1.5w.

    Of course there are some devices and circumstances where they can save money. But it definitely isn't a given the way people think.


  • #3116
    limnam
    Registered Users Posts: 9,152 ✭✭✭limnam


    bk wrote: »
    On devices like TV's, the smart plug could well be using more power then a TV on standby.

    Under EU law, any TV sold in the last 10 years has to use a max of 0.5w in standby mode. By comparison, some of the smart plugs I have average usage is about 1.5w.

    Of course there are some devices and circumstances where they can save money. But it definitely isn't a given the way people think.


    Sure. I wasn't stating I was saving money from that. I was referring to turning off the straighter ;)


  • #3117
    punisher5112
    Registered Users Posts: 24,647 ✭✭✭✭punisher5112


    I think they're great as she is a sucker for leaving everything on....

    Only thing now is an invention to put out candles which are left.....


  • #3118
    chuck eastwood
    Registered Users Posts: 533 ✭✭✭chuck eastwood


    ted1 wrote: »
    Standby costs are minimal, so much that you’ll seldom recover the cost of the device
    Meh, but I don't have to get out of bed to turn on the hall light so the kids don't fall down the stairs and I can have thete bedroom lamps on timed schedules like alarm clocks to wake them up. Nothing about smart devices solar panels PV yadda yadda is really about saving money when you look at the cost of buying and being ripped off by installers. Little gadgets like this just make my l life easier


  • #3119
    chuck eastwood
    Registered Users Posts: 533 ✭✭✭chuck eastwood


    ted1 wrote: »
    Standby costs are minimal, so much that you’ll seldom recover the cost of the device

    Plus both of my tvs are about 8byears old. Sky box, Tony and blue ray players for the kids all fron the one socket. Again it's not about recovering cost, it's about less waste and ease of use


  • #3120
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 22,446 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    chuck eastwood wrote: »
    Plus both of my tvs are about 8byears old. Sky box, Tony and blue ray players for the kids all fron the one socket. Again it's not about recovering cost, it's about less waste and ease of use

    Careful though, cutting power to devices like these without first putting them into sleep mode can damage them. They are pretty much computers.

    Also a lot of these type of devices expect to be left in standby over night as they get software updates, etc.

    A Harmony Hub to put them into standby would be healthier for devices like these then the blunt instrument that a smart plug is.


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  • #3121
    chuck eastwood
    Registered Users Posts: 533 ✭✭✭chuck eastwood


    bk wrote: »
    Careful though, cutting power to devices like these without first putting them into sleep mode can damage them. They are pretty much computers.

    Also a lot of these type of devices expect to be left in standby over night as they get software updates, etc.

    A Harmony Hub to put them into standby would be healthier for devices like these then the blunt instrument that a smart plug is.

    Excuse the cruel amount of typos above. Feeding time at the zoo. Good point about cutting power without standby but I've never heard of that being an issue with anything other than an actual dedicated pc.
    I looked at the Harmony Hub a few weeks ago and there is no way I could justify paying that price but it does seem like a decent idea


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