TechRadar Verdict
The GE Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulb has a lot to offer.
It is a little pricey and is limited in terms of support for smart home ecosystems.
Unfortunately, this smart bulb only has access toGoogleHome and Alexa.
The A19 bulbs fit most standard light fixtures
Most of the magic for this smart bulb is accessible via the app.
Tapping the tile doesnt open more menu diving as one would expect.
Instead, youll end up turning the light on or off depending on its current setting.
The GY Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulbs offer 16 million colors to choose from, and different temperatures of white light
If there arent 16 million colors available here, then its probably close.
All the dynamic effects can be customized, though the level of customization depends on the effect itself.
Its really cool to see the smart bulb change color and intensity according to the dynamics of a song.
Setting up the bulbs using the mobile app is refreshingly straightforward
The only minor issue is that it responds much better with the volume up.
To get the full experience, I have to turn up.
While cool, I have to consider my neighbors when choosing to turn it up.
The GE Cycle Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulbs work with Alexa and Google Assistant, but not Apple HomeKit
Lastly, the fourth icon is for options.
Really, the only shortcomings of this light bulb is the lack of Matter support.
While somewhat expensive on a per-bulb basis, its not an unreasonable price.
The app allows you to set a color for the whole bulbs, or divide it into sections
And, the dynamic effects are worth the cost.
Should you buy the GE Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulb?
Get enough of these and you could probably throw your own rave.
The bulb’s ‘light shows’ are a fun addition, and all dynamic effects are customizable
The Govee likewise supports Google Home and Alexa.
On the flip side, their setup is not quite as rock solid as the GE Cyncs.
I tested the various presets, from static colors to various dynamic effects.
TrueImage is a tool that lets you preview changes to the color of your smart bulbs even when you’re in a different room
I even connected it with Alexa to see how it would work with a voice assistant.
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