LIFX - A19 Nightvision

I first purchased this two years ago as something of an impulse purchase in store but was VERY happy with it. Set up was a bit more frustrating than it should have been, but the final result was stunning (see photo), and Alexa integration was seamless. The app is also very useful. The problem: this particular bulb died just after the warranty expired (vice the 20+ years they advertise). So a couple of weeks ago I ordered a new one--which didn't work right from the get-go (randomly cycling on and off of its own accord). I sent an email to LIFX support and, after 5 days, received a "sorry, we're working on it" response. I returned it today and ordered a replacement because (a) the original bulb was great while it lasted, (b) I have another A19 (non-IR) LIFX bulb which has worked fine, and (c) I'm an optimist and hope that I've just had really bad luck. Nevertheless, 2 failures out of 3 bulbs in not reassuring, nor is LIFX's rather laggard response. I may update this review based on bulb 4 and what LIFX says when they finally get back to me. But in the meantime, buyer bewitched, buyer beware!

After buying an Apple HomePod, I picked up the LIFX + A19 Wi-Fi LED Smartbulb - Multicolor and Infrared put it in a contemporary lamp. It's nice to be able to say, "Hey Siri, turn on/off the bedroom light," from the comfort of my bed without messing with any switches. The technology was very easy to set up and has worked well. Fun to set different colors/moods (see images). My only complaint is that I would like to see more powerful "room filling" light (diffused light). This is LIFX's highest power light at 1100 lumens and I'd like something that lights the room more fully. Not sure I needed the infrared which is more helpful for outdoor locations where one might use a security camera. Bought a second smart bulb (same one without the Infrared) to replace a 1500 watt compact fluorescent bulb (CFL) and it provides much less lighting for the room than the former. Researched the limitations of LEDs: LED, which stands for "light-emitting diode," is a lighting technology that is long-lasting and extremely energy-efficient, but they're not ready to supplant all other bulbs yet. For one, they provide only directional light, not diffused light, making them ideal for under-counter task lighting, but not general room illumination. To overcome this, new models consist of large arrays of LEDs clustered together, but at prices from five to six times higher than CFLs, the bulbs are not for everybody.

I recently bought 3 wifi bulb and it's honestly the best thing I've spent my money on this holiday season, Best Wi-fi LED energy saving bulb in the market. Perfect colour and very responsive with the app,

Purchased this LIFX A19 to replace the LIFX A7 for outdoor use and couldn't be more pleased. The A19 connected seamlessly to my home network and I was very impressed. It hasn't disconnected like the A7 used to all the time. The included Nightvision makes a big difference with my outdoor camera quality too. LIFX really hit it out of the park with this one.

These lights go hand-in-hand with my Echo Dot and I can control them with my voice like I've want since watching Star Trek TNG all those years ago. Added bonus, does not require a hub like Hue! Screw it in, and within minutes you're setup!

Use these for various schemes through the house. This new one has infrared which helps our cameras see well at night. Caveat - your nest came has to be in night vision mode and the infrared is on when color or white light on bulb is off. You don't have any control to just turn IR on - wish it did

Nice Light. Crisp Light colors and temperature, tunable and easy to use withaleca app, LIFX app simple to use as well

I returned these because the description said ok for outdoor use but they are not.