Light show, anyone? Apple Stores start stocking $199 Philips Hue custom LED light kits

October 29, 2012 8:19 AM Tom Cheredar

The Nest learning thermostats aren't the only smart device for the home available in Apple Stores. The retail chain will soon begin selling Philips' 'Hue' LED light bulb kits, which let you control the color of light in your rooms from your smart device.

Meet the $60 ‘Earth Day’ LED light bulb

April 22, 2012 8:34 AM Tom Cheredar

Tom Cheredar

Just in time for Earth Day, Dutch electronics company Philips is unveiling a new super energy-efficient light bulb today with a shelf life that should last about 25 years.

The catch? It costs about $60, but Philips is said to …