Smart Light Starter Kit with Google Assistant
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Description
Features
Smart light starter kit
Get the helpfulness of Google Home Mini combined with a smart light bulb from GE. It's a simple and affordable way to start your connected home that lets you turn your lights on or off with just your voice.
What a bright idea
Google Home Mini and GE C-Life smart bulb are great additions to your home. When you use them together, you can conserve energy, control your lights and do so much more.
Easy and seamless setup
Just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life light bulb, and download the Google Home app.
Set the mood
Dim the lights for a family movie night without leaving the couch.
Say goodnight
Create a routine so you can turn off the lights while staying cozy in bed.
The smart bulb must be within 50 feet or 15 meters of the Google Home Mini in order to activate.
What's Included
Google Smart Light Starter Kit with Google Assistant
GE C-Life smart bulb
Power adapter and cable
Owner's manual
Key Specs
- Built-In SpeakersYes
General
- Product NameSmart Light Starter Kit with Google Assistant
- BrandGoogle
- Model NumberGA00518-US
- Color CategoryGray
Audio
- Built-In SpeakersYes
Voice
- Voice Assistant Built-inGoogle Assistant
Connectivity
- Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth Version5.0
- Works WithGoogle Assistant
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
- Operating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOS
Features
- Control Button(s)Power on/off
- Wake WordHey Google
- Alarm FunctionNo
Power
- Power SourcePlug-in
Display
- Display ScreenNo
Dimension
- Product Height1.65 inches
- Product Width3.85 inches
- Product Depth3.85 inches
- Product Weight0.38 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC842776107237
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1117 reviews
(1,117 customer reviews)to a friend
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the easy setup, voice control, and Google Assistant integration of the Smart Light Starter Kit. They appreciate the convenience and affordability of the product, and many use it to control their lights and music. However, some users have experienced connectivity issues, and a few have found the speaker quality lacking.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Voice control
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best smart speaker at this price.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So originally I bought a amazon echo dot 3rd gen. And was almost immediately disappointed with it. It told me I needed a membership to listen to music, which also sounded horrible on the echo. It couldn't respond to 90% of things I asked if. So I decided to try out google mini and wow am I impressed, the sound quality alone is 10 times better on this than the echo dot. Google can actually search the web for answers they don't know. And music seems to be free but I'm not sure since I have a premium membership through YouTube already. If youre in between which to get get googles. The smart light was alright but I only used it for a few days before I switched to lifx bulbs.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Welcome to the new age
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Technology such as this makes us more efficient. We can focus on other things while this device takes a load off us. I love not having to switch the lights off or on with my wet hands or hands full of groceries. I love to hear this device read the morning news to me while am getting ready for work. I love it reading the bible for me!
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great! Makes controlling my lights a charm.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was my second one and the two sync together with no problem. I go to either to stream music and get the weather just by asking Google. The jokes it tells sometimes can make your day.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great device to controlled all my google assistant compatible lights and speakers. Love that it has a mute switch for privacy even though we haven’t used that feature.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent toy for playing
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The google mini is a excellent tool for making things happen in fraction of seconds
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Easy setup, Voice control
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cheap Entry to Smart Home Setup
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.---SETUP--- This device requires two items to set up, the included Google Assistant (a Wifi speaker) and the included WiFi light bulb. The lightbulb is installed like any regular light bulb and works with or without WiFi. The Google Assistant needs to be plugged into the wall with the included adapter and requires the download of the Google Home app to complete set up. ---FEATURES--- The key feature of this starter kit is that it turns individual, compatible WiFi light bulbs into smart lights that can be controlled with your voice. Included are one Google Assistant speaker and a regular sized light bulb. ---PERFORMANCE--- The performance of both the speaker and the light bulbs were very responsive. After I learned the specific commands that Google recognizes for the lights, I was able to get them to do what I wanted. ---EXPECTATIONS--- The product meets my expectations. I was able to dim the lights from 1% to a full bright of 100%. The particular light bulb included (760 lumens) only goes to a very bright yellow. I own two other WiFi light bulbs (800 lumens) that are also a bright yellow but all together installed on the same ceiling fan, they didn’t look any different in terms of brightness. The previously installed light bulbs were all white lights, but since these are going in a theatre room, the yellow with dimmable option works better for me. ---VALUE--- The price for the starter kit in terms of value is very good. Even if you don’t end up liking the way the WiFi lights work, which I didn’t think I would but now I can’t stop dimming them constantly because I can, you still get a Google Assistant speaker, which on its own can tell you the weather, the time, be an alarm clock, and do all sorts of other things you ask it to, like search up definitions of words while you’re reading a book. ---APPROVAL--- I highly recommend this product for people who are trying to dip their toes into what a smart home could be for them. It’s an easy and cheap way to see what smart homes are all about and you can start growing your setup over time.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Voice controlCons mentioned:Brightness
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great combo starter
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.You get the best of 2 smart home devices in one small bundle. This is the perfect gift for those that want to start getting into a smart home environment. Google home reviews are very positive overall when compared to some of the other competitors. The small speaker really has a good overall sound when playing back music. Being able to sync other Google Home devices to play music in unison is also a big plus for me when I am hosting parties. The Google Home app on android is very user friendly. The light bulb itself is very easy to install with Google Home. Being able to dim the light is a benefit that some other smart bulbs lack. Since I have such a large living room space, this one bulb does not get bright enough and thus I may need to pickup one or even 2 more bulbs in order to have enough lighting for my convenience. You can't go wrong with this starter kit.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Easy setup, Voice control
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easily the Best Gift
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got this to pair with my Google Home and then I thought this is easily the best “fill in the blank” gift ever. Whether it is a college grad or my next big holiday. The set up was crazy easy and it integrates easily with other Google products. The GE lights don’t have color variation but they do dim quite beautifully and accent my gray walls. I love that I can just ask Google to dim the lights or turn them so that I can read. It brings a warm and inviting feeling to my family just knowing we can ask Google to help with lights when we are too cold to leave our beds. I’ve already added two other lights to the home and plan on adding more!
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionCan I use this to turn off my lights while I am away from home? Also, do I get the starter kit and then multiple bulbs or do I need to get a box thing for each room? Thanks so much
Asked by Mesha.
- A:Answer Yes, you can turn off your lights from your phone (via Google Home app) when you are away from home. You don't need this starter kit per room unless you want multiple Google Home minis throughout your home (I have several) but obviously the number of smart bulbs (should you want them) will outweigh the number of Google Home minis you need. In other words, one Google Home mini could control all of the smart bulbs you have in your house. You would just need to be within earshot of that one mini when asking Google to turn lights on and off. For me, I keep one Google Home on each floor of my house
Answered by callmeageeth
Q: QuestionDo I need the hub with the Life bulb & Google Home?
Asked by JS01.
- A:Answer These bulbs do not require a hub to function. Everything's controlled through the Google Home system.
Answered by Batlacit
Q: QuestionThought I might like this BUT now that I look closer I see the lumens is 800, maybe lower? Isn't that the equivalent of a 60 watt light bulb? Probably too dim for my reading use. Am I correct? Quick search and all the C-bulbs are equally dim?
Asked by capecodbeachfront.
- A:Answer So it is pretty much agreed lights are low lumen. BUT if they can be dimmed via Google Mini why not start with at least the lumens of a 100w bulb? Say 1200 plus? I can dim it down if I want or need to. To me it seems like it greatly limits where the bulb will be used. I doubt there are actual construction issues within the wifi bulb that would prevent this? Finally gave up and returned the kit. Bought a stand alone mini. Now my problem is the neither of the first 2 wifi outlet adapters I have tried will connect! One used Geeni the other used Smart Life apps. Apps seem fine but the actual wifi outlets must be poorly made? Maybe in a year or two the quality of the construction will catch up with the cleverness of the technology.
Answered by CCBF
Q: QuestionIs the bulb soft/warm white or bright/daylight white?
Asked by cosmonaut102.
- A:Answer The bulb has 3 settings: daylight white which is a cooler white, medium which is a typical soft light, and evening which is a much warmer, yellowish color.
Answered by cjviscito
Q: QuestionCan google home be ueed to create schedules/automations for this light?
Asked by Sam64.
- A:Answer Yes, Absolutely. I use my Google Home to Control this light bulb. It was immediately compatible and lightening fast to connect them together. So the only limitations to what automation scheduling you can apply is based upon the limits of your imagination, and ability to translate what you want to happen to what Google Home is capable of doing. Also, if You run into any limitations in that regard (What Google can or can not do easily), then you can likely manage it by using one or more of the following Apps that help you get the most out of your smart devices: • If This Then That (IFTTT) • Location Triggers (LIFTTT) • Pushover (Push Notifications) • Shortcuts (Shortcuts for Actions) Enjoy!
Answered by BBuchanan
Q: QuestionI have a ceiling fan with thee bulbs, can I buy 3 smart bulbs and can I control them all together or individually? And is that worth it or a lot of trouble?
Asked by Bestbuyreviewer.
- A:Answer I haven’t seen the bulbs for my ceiling fan but if you your fan uses that size bulbs it’s worth it to me. You would have to program each bulb but once you link them. It’s easy to control.
Answered by Tyson
Q: QuestionWhat is the color spectrum, in kelvins, of these bulbs?
Asked by Matt.
- A:Answer Looks to be 2700k.
Answered by psbales
Q: QuestionI already have a full size Google Home, and an Amazon Echo Dot. Do I need this kit, or just buy the bulbs? What about for the Amazon Echo?
Asked by Terry.
- A:Answer Works with amazon and google. All you need are bulbs. The bulbs are Bluetooth and do NOT require a hub/bridge or anything extra.
Answered by JonathanP