Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

We love Philips Hue’s LightStrip+. LED strips are awesome because they can squeeze into the smallest spaces and create awesome lighting effects that would be otherwise impossible. Of course, the ...

Philips Hue has a wide range of lighting options that are responsive, work with a range of smart home ecosystems, and more. The Philips Hue Lightstrip Plus (currently $80 on Amazon) is a smart light ...

The right LED light strip can transform a dark basement playroom into a teenager’s dream den or add much-needed light to a dark kitchen. And whether you’re looking to add a pop of color or just want ...

Signify has a new light to brighten things up behind your TV, with the Philips Hue Play gradient lightstrip delivering its first with individually-controllable color segments. Designed to be used with ...

LED light strips are a fun and easy way to spruce up a room, adding pops of color to a media center, a wall or even under a bed, or just bringing much-needed lighting to a dark area under a cabinet.

Rich was the editorial lead for CNET's Home and Wellness sections, based in Louisville, Kentucky. Before moving to Louisville in 2013, Rich ran CNET's desktop computer review section for 10 years in ...

Starting at $229.99, the Play Gradient Lightstrip is a costly addition to the Philips Hue smart lighting family, albeit a fun one. The flexible strip attaches to the back of your TV and smartly syncs ...

While Signify's new Hue Gradient Play Light Strip is underwhelming from a HomeKit perspective, it is the best way yet to sync your TV to your lights. Over the years, Signify has continued to add new ...