{"title":"Smart bulb","description":"\u003cp\u003eA smart bulb screws into an ordinary socket, then is controlled from an app: brightness, colour temperature, hue, schedules and voice control. The choice comes down to three points only: the fitting of the luminaire, the connection method and the light you want in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"fonctionnement\"\u003eHow does a smart bulb work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe socket powers the bulb like any LED bulb. A built-in radio module receives the commands sent by the app, and the electronics adjust brightness, colour temperature or hue. The wall switch stays in place: phone control is added on top, without touching the circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat this changes plays out at two moments. In the evening, you lower the brightness and warm the light without leaving the sofa. In the morning, a schedule turns the bedroom on gently before the alarm. For the format, everything comes down to the fitting: browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/ampoules\"\u003eour full range of bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-led-1\"\u003eLED bulb catalogue\u003c\/a\u003e before making your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWi-Fi or Bluetooth smart bulb: what is the difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWi-Fi connects the bulb to the home network: you control it remotely and schedule it. Bluetooth works nearby, without a home network, which is enough for a bedside lamp. Zigbee goes through a bridge and keeps an immediate response when several bulbs are grouped together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need a bridge or a home automation box to control it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth: the bulb connects on its own and the control app is enough. The bridge only becomes useful with Zigbee, to bring several bulbs together on one network or to relieve the Wi-Fi. Check this point before buying if you plan to equip several rooms at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"avantages\"\u003eWhat are the advantages of smart bulbs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree benefits always come up: remote switching, dimming and scheduling. You turn everything off in one gesture when leaving the house, you lower the light without lifting your arm, and you set a mood hour by hour. Add to that colour temperature changes, coloured hues and voice control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese uses are spread by room. In the living room, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-pour-salon\"\u003ebulbs designed for the living room\u003c\/a\u003e accompany dinners as well as film nights. In the sleeping area, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-pour-chambre\"\u003ebedroom bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e are mainly used for gentle waking and reading. A group of bulbs gathered under one name turns off in a single gesture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you use a bulb that changes colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep coloured hues for chosen moments: a very low blue for an evening, a pale pink for a children's party. Day to day, stay on a warm white; colour tires quickly and clashes with the furniture. In a classic LED bulb, the hue is fixed at manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eScheduling the lighting: morning and evening scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the morning, raise the brightness in steps over twenty minutes and stay around 3000K to ease waking. In the evening, go down towards 2700K and low brightness, with the ceiling light left off. Two scenarios are enough, one per time of day, to avoid reprogramming everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"culots\"\u003eWhich fitting to choose between E27, E14 and GU10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fitting is read on the original bulb or directly on the socket, before looking at anything else. E27 equips ceiling lights, pendants and large lamps, E14 bedside lights and small shades, GU10 recessed and adjustable spotlights, G9 pin-based luminaires. The format does not change because the bulb is smart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eChoosing the right fitting for the luminaire\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFitting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSocket type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLuminaires concerned\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTo check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE27\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003elarge screw fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eceiling lights, pendants, large lamps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe free height under the shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esmall screw fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ebedside lamps, wall lights, accent lights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe base diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGU10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003etwo pins locked with a quarter turn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003erecessed and adjustable spotlights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe recess depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eclip-in pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esmall luminaires, chandeliers, wall lights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe exact shape of the pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eE27 smart bulb: for which luminaires?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the large screw format, the one used for dining room pendants, hallway ceiling lights and floor lamps. As the body of the bulb stays wide, measure the space available under the shade. Find the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-culot-e27\"\u003eE27 fitting models\u003c\/a\u003e to compare shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eE14 smart bulb: small accent luminaires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small screw fitting equips bedside lights, wall lights and accent lamps. Space is tight there: a bulb that is too long sticks out of the shade. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-e14\"\u003esmall E14 bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoule-led-e14-1\"\u003epowerful or cool white E14 bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e cover these two needs. For a recessed spotlight, go instead towards the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoule-led-gu10\"\u003eGU10 bulbs for spotlights\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lumiere\"\u003eWarm white, neutral white or colour: which light to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the living room or bedroom, a warm white around 2700K gives an enveloping light in the evening, while a neutral white around 4000K suits the office, kitchen or bathroom better. A smart bulb lets you move from one mood to another, and add colour, without changing bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eColour temperatures and uses\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRendering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRooms where it is used\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2700K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ewarm white, enveloping light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eliving room, bedroom, dining room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3000K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eslightly crisper warm white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ekitchen, entrance, hallway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4000K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eneutral white, more precise reading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eoffice, bathroom, workshop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColoured hues\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ecolour adjustable from the app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emood, decoration, specific moments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLED bulb for a bedside lamp: which temperature?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst check the fitting, often E14, and the space under the shade. For reading, a warm white around 2700K and moderate brightness work well, as with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-2700k\"\u003e2700K warm light bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e. A smart version lets you dim or switch off from the bed, without getting up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart bulb and dimmable bulb: what differences?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dimmable bulb is set with a wall knob, once and for all. The smart version adds scheduling, hue, voice control and remote operation. If your circuit already has a dimmer, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-led-a-variateur\"\u003edimmer-compatible models\u003c\/a\u003e or use a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-3000k\"\u003ecrisper rendering around 3000K\u003c\/a\u003e depending on the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"spot\"\u003eHow do you change a recessed or adjustable spotlight bulb?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the power at the breaker and let it cool. On a recessed spotlight, the luminaire unclips from below or turns a quarter turn. The GU10 socket is then released by pressing the small side ring. On an adjustable spotlight, rotate the trim to reach the bulb, then refit a fitting of the same type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor small pin sockets, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autres-culots-ampoules-g4-g9-etc-1\"\u003eG4 and G9 fittings\u003c\/a\u003e require the same care: same shape, same length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you change a GU10 bulb in a ceiling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the GU10 socket, two pins pass through the plate. Press the side ring or turn the bulb a quarter turn to release it, then click the new one into the slots. Never pull on the wires, they are not designed for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you change a recessed spotlight bulb in a bathroom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst of all, look at the protection rating shown on the luminaire's data sheet: that is what allows installation near a water point, not the bulb. Then refit a model with the same fitting and the same dimensions. If in doubt about the sealing of the housing, call an electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you change a recessed spotlight bulb without clips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe absence of visible clips often means the spotlight is held by friction or by a ring to turn. Lever very gently on the rim, without forcing on the ceiling. If the luminaire does not come out, stop and entrust the job to a professional rather than damaging the socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"branchement\"\u003eHow do you wire a ceiling bulb and several bulbs in parallel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the power at the breaker. Connect the socket wires to the markings on the luminaire terminal block, live and neutral, and earth if the luminaire has one. In parallel, each bulb receives the same voltage and lights independently; in series, they go out together. Any modification of the circuit should be entrusted to an electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWiring a ceiling light point: the steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdentify the wires, strip them to the length indicated by the terminal block, tighten each screw and pull gently on the wire to check it holds. Close the cover before switching the power back on. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-led-220v\"\u003e220V LED bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e connect directly to this type of light point, without a transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWiring three bulbs in parallel: the principle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach socket is connected to the same live and neutral supply, not one after the other in series. Each bulb then receives the same voltage and can light separately. If the circuit is not clearly identified at the panel, stop there and call an electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"installation\"\u003eHow do you install and pair a smart bulb?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou screw in the bulb, switch on the wall switch, then follow the control app: it detects the bulb, asks for the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network and lets you name it by room. You then link it to a voice assistant, then schedule the times. Allow a few minutes per bulb, more if you create your scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eName each bulb by use rather than by reference: kitchen, bedside, entrance. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoules-moderne\"\u003eModern design bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e are quickly spotted in the list, as their shape helps identify them at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eControlling your smart bulb from your phone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe app groups bulbs by room, sets brightness and hue, and triggers schedules. Remotely, everything goes through the home Wi-Fi. When buying, check that the bulb works on the 2.4 GHz network, as most models do not accept 5 GHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRechargeable smart bulb: when should you choose it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA battery-powered bulb goes where there is no power supply: a lamp that is moved often, a terrace table, a reading corner without a socket. It recharges then is controlled like the others. Its runtime depends on the brightness chosen, so plan to put it back on charge regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"exterieur\"\u003eCan you use a smart bulb outdoors?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutdoors, it is the luminaire that protects the bulb: choose a closed housing and check the protection rating shown on its data sheet. Also check that the Wi-Fi signal reaches the wall light, and the space available in the shade or wall light before choosing an E27 fitting. A bulb on its own does not withstand rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, look at the orientation: a wall bulb cover open upwards retains water, a closed model facing downwards protects better. The type of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eoutdoor installation\u003c\/a\u003e matters here as much as the bulb model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eE27 smart bulb for outdoors: what to check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large screw fitting goes into most terrace wall lights and lanterns. Check three points: the sealing of the housing, the space around the bulb and the signal range from the house. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ampoule-led-filament\"\u003eFilament bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e dress an entrance well, provided they stay sheltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWall bulb cover: which luminaire for a terrace or entrance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA closed cover facing downwards suits an exposed entrance, an openwork model is enough under a canopy. Measure the depth of the cover before ordering, as some smart bulbs are longer than a simple bulb. The luminaire itself is chosen with the bulb already in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo go further, compare fittings and colour temperatures in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003elighting universe\u003c\/a\u003e, then order your bulb: secure payment, tracked delivery, possible returns and Designix customer service to help you if a fitting does not match your socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions about smart bulbs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do you change a recessed spotlight bulb without clips?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe absence of visible clips often means the spotlight is held by friction or by a ring to turn. Lever very gently on the rim, without forcing on the ceiling. If the luminaire does not come out, stop and call an electrician rather than damaging the socket or the plaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do you change a recessed halogen bulb?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the circuit, wait for the halogen to cool, then release the spotlight from the ceiling. An LED bulb with the same fitting, GU10 or G9 depending on the socket, can replace it without touching the transformer when that is compatible. Check the format and depth before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do you wire 3 bulbs in parallel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach socket is connected to the same live and neutral supply, not one after the other in series. Each bulb then receives the same voltage and can light independently. Switch off the breaker before any work and call an electrician if the circuit is not clearly identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich LED bulb for a bedside lamp?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst check the fitting of the luminaire, often E14 and sometimes E27, then the space available under the shade. For reading, a warm white light around 2700K and moderate brightness work well. A smart bulb lets you dim it or switch it off from the bed, without getting up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do you change a GU10 ceiling bulb?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the power, let it cool, then remove the spotlight from the ceiling. On the GU10 socket, two pins pass through the plate: press the side ring or turn the bulb a quarter turn to release it. 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