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When it comes to lighting, most people go the traditional route of buying a floorlamp and calling it a day. Despite the fact there are multiple options out there, lighting — good lighting — is just one of those things too many people either don’t think about or just take for granted.

Philips Hue aims to give you a better, more sophisticated lighting setup that’s custom to each and every person. Enter Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance Starter Kit: The HUE lights offer 16 million colors and shades of white light that can be controlled from anywhere with your phone — and that’s just one of the many features offered.

With a custom Wi-Fi enabled bridge that seamlessly connects to your router and lets you control all your lights from anywhere with one app, the lightbulb of yesteryear has officially been upgraded. With so much power literally at your fingertips, you’re going to need some guidance when it comes to unlocking and mastering the numerous features available with Philips Hue.

Here are some tips to start you off.

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