To start with, the app did not ask me to create an account. After close to 20 attempts, the bulb was paired with an iOS device. Available for both Android and iOS, the setup process wasn't smooth. The smart functionality kicks in when the bulb is paired with the Wiz app. As soon as I plugged it into the socket and turned it on, the LED illuminated in warm yellow. Available in both E27 and B22 cap types, my review unit was the former. Honestly, no-one has been able to come close to the fine design and sturdiness of the Mi LED bulb. The Philips Smart Wi-Fi bulb looks just like other smart bulbs in the market. From having the first-mover advantage, Philips is now catching up with the competition.Īlso Read: Cigarette maker Godfrey Phillips reports twofold jump in June quarter profit to Rs 118 crore The company's new WiFi-enabled smart bulb retailing for Rs 999 competes against the already crowded market dominated by the likes of Wipro, Syska, Xiaomi and more. Priced on the higher side, this was quickly toppled by Bluetooth enabled smart bulbs.
For Rs 16,995, the kit had three Bulbs and a hub (that connected to the router). Back in 2015, when I had reviewed the Philips Hue smart bulb, it was accompanied by a hub to connect to the internet and control via a smartphone app.
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