No-hub smart bulb, as the name suggests, lets you make your home smart without requiring a hub. There is no need for Z-wave, Zigbee, and other proprietary connections to make things work. This type of smart bulb has built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and therefore, allows you to control it from your smartphone or an app.
Can I use a smart bulb without a switch?
Unlike smart plugs, smart bulbs work only with light fixtures, and those fixtures need to be turned on at all times. If someone flips the switch, you won't be able to access a smart bulb without an add-on like the Lutron Aurora dimmer, which works with Philips Hue and other Zigbee-certified smart bulbs.4 days ago
Can smart bulbs be used manually?
You can control a smart bulb manually with a normal wall switch as in a conventional home or remotely though a smartphone. The use of smart light switches or smart bulbs is up to you of course, and you can use them in different electrical circuits to optimize your smart home device resources.
Do smart bulbs work anywhere?
Yes, they do work in any type of lamp and there are a variety of smart bulbs you can purchase to light your home. They can light up any area of the home and make life and everything in the home brighter and colorful. Smart bulbs actually will make a room brighter.
Do you need a hub for GE smart switch?
Unlike the Caséta products, though, GE's new switches and dimmers do not require a hub and can connect directly to a Wi-Fi network. They can work directly with Amazon's Alexa or the Google Assistant voice assistants.Jan 2, 2020
Does C by GE work without Wi-Fi?
If you purchased Direct Connect Lights, you will need Wi-Fi/internet because they connect to the C by GE app via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Although you can still control your direct connect lights without an internet connection, setting up a Wi-Fi connection is part of initial setup in the Cync app.
What is C by GE hub?
Get more from your smart LED bulbs and other smart devices: The C by GE bridge allows you to extend the reach of your smart home by connecting through Google Home, Alexa, or Apple HomeKit to other devices in addition to your smart LED light bulbs.
Can you control C by GE away from home?
Once your products are registered in the Cync App, all of our Direct Connect Smart Bulbs, Smart Switches, and Smart Plugs can be controlled from anywhere right out of the box—with no hub needed.
Does C by GE require a bridge?
A: There is no Hub or bridge required. I set mine up using the C by GE App. However if you use the GE App you are limited to Bluetooth short range control. If you want to control these bulbs while away from home you will need a Amazon or Google device that can act as a hub.
Do I need a bridge for smart lights?
Without the Ring Bridge, your Smart Lights function only as regular lights. With a Bridge, you can control whole groups of Smart Lights and other Ring products at once and be notified via the Ring app when any light or Motion Sensor senses movement.
What does the C-Reach do?
C-Reach Smart Bridge is a hub that enables voice control (when paired with a voice assistant) and out-of-home control and configuration for your Cync or C by GE Bluetooth Lights.
What does the C by GE app do?
Take a picture of your lights and experiment with colors and brightness from your smart phone—from a different room or away from home. Add RGB values to match your light color with your paint or décor.5 days ago
How do I put GE smart bulb into SmartThings?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlANl2awsPM
What is C by GE compatible with?
Cync or C by GE light bulbs are compatible with first party Google devices such as: Google Mini. Google Home. Google Home Max.