IKEA’s super-cheap bathroom gadget combines a clock, thermometer and humidity reader in one — so you can quickly check how late you are for work
 IKEA’s super-cheap bathroom gadget combines a clock, thermometer and humidity reader in one — so you can quickly check how late you are for work

IKEA has launched a new £5 device that triples as a clock, thermometer, and humidity reader.

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Still using one big overhead bulb? 3 lighting experts explain how layering light sources can bring your home to life, and how you can try it yourself tonight
 Still using one big overhead bulb? 3 lighting experts explain how layering light sources can bring your home to life, and how you can try it yourself tonight

I asked three lighting experts how you can layer strip lights, lamps, recessed lights and bulbs to create a bespoke setup that suits the way you live.

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Philips Hue may be bringing its best ever lightstrip to the back of your TV —but we’re primed for a painful price
 Philips Hue may be bringing its best ever lightstrip to the back of your TV —but we’re primed for a painful price

Hue has mentioned a new Play Pro lightstrip for TVs that isn’t currently available to buy. Could it be a TV Omniglow?

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Philips Hue’s rumored TV camera would be a huge shift for the smart lighting giant — but rival brands Govee and Nanoleaf have been doing it for years
 Philips Hue’s rumored TV camera would be a huge shift for the smart lighting giant — but rival brands Govee and Nanoleaf have been doing it for years

Philips Hue could launch a new camera gadget for TV backlight syncing at IFA 2026.

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IKEA just dropped its Halloween collection in the middle of summer — and these ghostly lights are so cute, I can’t wait until October
 IKEA just dropped its Halloween collection in the middle of summer — and these ghostly lights are so cute, I can’t wait until October

It might still be the middle of summer, but it’s never too early to start getting ready for spooky season — especially when the decorations are this cute.

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Are the Philips Hue Essential bulbs actually any good? Here’s what you need to know about the smart light brand’s budget range
 Are the Philips Hue Essential bulbs actually any good? Here’s what you need to know about the smart light brand’s budget range

They’re certainly cheaper, but are the affordable Philips Hue Essential lights a false economy? Here’s our take.

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The best Philips Hue accessories: 6 low-cost, big impact gadgets to upgrade your smart lighting setup
 The best Philips Hue accessories: 6 low-cost, big impact gadgets to upgrade your smart lighting setup

Smart bulbs are only the beginning; these are the affordable Philips Hue accessories our editors swear by.

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Aldi’s new range of solar-powered lamps might be just what you need to spruce up your garden this summer — and they’re all under £5
 Aldi’s new range of solar-powered lamps might be just what you need to spruce up your garden this summer — and they’re all under £5

Aldi is launching new solar-powered lamps in time for summer, and they’re only £4.99 each.

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Nanoleaf’s new ceiling light isn’t a show-stopper like the Philips Skylight, but it wins on the smart home features front — and it’s more affordable
 Nanoleaf’s new ceiling light isn’t a show-stopper like the Philips Skylight, but it wins on the smart home features front — and it’s more affordable

Nanoleaf’s new ceiling light is small but ever so smart, and it’s a lot cheaper than the new Philips Skylight.

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Are the cheap Philips Hue Essential lights any good? Here’s what you need to know
 Are the cheap Philips Hue Essential lights any good? Here’s what you need to know

We tested these budget bulbs side-by-side with the pricier range, and struggled to see the difference.

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