So, these bulbs screw into any normal socket right? Do you keep the associated light switch in the up/on position at all times? How does that save $?
588375
Yes, they fit into normal bulb sockets.Yes, the swtich is kept on.My primary use for these bulbs is for setting and changing ambience (brightness/dimness) depending on the situation and the ease and convenience of doing so for multiple rooms using my smart phone. Also, being able to program on/off times for individual lights in individual rooms when not at home provides an added security benefit.
588376
The socket is not powered. The light switch being in the up position is not what determines if power is delivered to the socket. It is the completion of the circuit. There is a computer chip within the light that completes the circuit. They do screw into a normal socket.
588377
Yes, these bulbs screw into any normal socket, and yes, the associated light switch is required to be left on all the times. The bulb has a receiver in the base that needs constant power to be able to communicate with the gateway. The Gateway is connected to your wifi router. You then use your phone to program the light and turn on the light(s) on or off...like a timer. You can also turn the light on or off form anywhere in the world as long as you have access to wifi with your phone. You save $ because the bulbs are LED and don't consume a lot of power when on..Be sure to buy the kit, the bulb alone is useless without the gateway. Yes, these bulbs screw into any normal socket, and yes, the associated light switch is required to be left on all the times. The bulb has a receiver in the base that needs constant power to be able to communicate with the gateway. The Gateway is connected to your wifi router. You then use your phone to program the light and turn on the light(s) on or off...like a timer. You can also turn the light on or off form anywhere in the world as long as you have access to wifi with your phone. You save $ because the bulbs are LED and don't consume a lot of power when on..Be sure to buy the kit, the... » Read More Yes, these bulbs screw into any normal socket, and yes, the associated light switch is required to be left on all the times. The bulb has a receiver in the base that needs constant power to be able to communicate with the gateway. The Gateway is connected to your wifi router. You then use your phone to program the light and turn on the light(s) on or off...like a timer. You can also turn the light on or off form anywhere in the world as long as you have access to wifi with your phone. You save $ because the bulbs are LED and don't consume a lot of power when on..Be sure to buy the kit, the bulb alone is useless without the gateway. « Show Less
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The bulbs have a normal socket just like regular light bulbs. The light switch is in the on position at all times IF you use them via the app. The app allows you to set specific times for them to turn in and off, you can turn them on manually, or you can dim them. Since it is an LED bulb it uses less electricity than a regular bulb. I wouldn't recommend these all over your house; there are cheaper LEDs on the market. But if you want the convenience of using the app and the benefits that come with it then this would be the bulb for you. You have to have a gateway for these bulbs as well. It's sold separately or you can get it in a kit with a couple of bulbs. We only use these bulbs in our living room. We're gradually replacing normal bulbs with regular LEDs as they burn out. Hope this helps.
588379
The bulbs consume electricity only when they're on. And the rate at which they consume it is very low compared to other technologies.
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Yes any outlet. Yes leave the switch on. Save money? They are LED so they won't cost much to operate.
588381
It's just like any remote control light keeping the switch on the lamp on does not use electricity until you activate it with the remote.
2032479
Are you sure you have the right bulb for the socket? Mine just snaps in with a push and stays in by itself. I haven't had to do anything with it since I put it in and it's working great.
2078843
I've always just picked the bulb up and inserted it into the socket. No problem! I bought several of these some months ago; so far none have died on me after being on 5-15 hours a day
2066112
No! I have HID bulbs in mine! Looks great! I've had them in for almost a year now. No problems at all!
1050052
i use them, it is with save energy bulbs. as soon as i walk in the lights turn on. over time the lights get even brighter. they work well
1298376
Which bulb are you referring to? Is it the switch bulb or your own lamp? If its your lamp check the jumpers in back and you have it plugged into the correct plug. There could also be a short inside these are made in china so not the best in quality but they work.
1937463
The short answer is yes. They are diodes so they only work one way. If the bulb doesn't come on turn it around. I found they fit a little loose and have a tendency to flicker. Hope this helps.
1367783
They are a standard light bulb screw size so they should fit in any standard (E27) socket you already have. However they are longer than a normal bulb, so if your light fixture has a cover or something, you may need to check for clearance issues.
1166439
It is all or nothing.just one simple on and off switch.you don't have choice between using one or both bulb.It's both bulbs on or both bulbs off!
939510
I apologize for not knowing the correct answer since I did not installed then myself. One technician did it fir me, although this was a very simple issue for him. The lights are working wonderfully. Very much as expected, but the pending question is do they last as long as they are suppose to? Will see.
1508893
I used the bulb in the upright position but I don't believe it would be a problem to install the bulb upside down.
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I have 2 of these installed, both for a few months and have had no problems at all. I have used the push switch occasionally which works great but most of the time I don't need too as the auto dusk/dawn setting works as it should. I have CFL bulbs installed.
2078841
I've always just picked the bulb up and inserted it into the socket. No problem!I bought several of these some months ago; so far none have died on me after being on 5-15 hours a day
913757
I have used these bulbs in my kitchen upside down without any issues on a dimmer switch. Hope this helps.
1175830
When you pull the plug, you then have an unruly cord flopping around, it has nothing to do with laziness. Using your way of thinking, why have light switches when you can just screw/unscrew the bulb. Matter of fact. Nothing needs a switch, we can just use the plugs on everything.
475033
Like the other gentlemen said, they fit tight. You must be careful not to bend and damage the bulb while pushing it in, hold it carefully and purposefully close to the base, not from the top and push it straight in.
986466
Yes, they screw into a regular light bulb socket, I put in a desk lamp to highlight a wall feature ;-)