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Michael Harper for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online The idea of making ordinary household objects extraordinary with the addition of Wi-Fi isn’t a new one. The Nest thermostat, for example, works with a home’s Wi-Fi set up to enable wireless and remote control operations. Instead of getting up to turn the air off, you only have to reach as far as your iPhone. The light bulb has also seen its day in the glow of Wi-Fi greatness. The LIFX bulb, one example of many, will enable...

SOMERSET, N.J., Oct. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its tradition of developing innovative lighting products and solutions, Philips today introduced hue, the world's first Web-enabled LED home lighting system available direct to the consumer. Offered exclusively through Apple stores beginning on October 30, the hue starter kit includes three LED bulbs that fit into any standard light fixture, a bridge that connects to existing wireless routers. Philips hue sets up in minutes...

MIAMI, Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Hi Score Corporation (PINKSHEETS: HSCO) announced today that it has been in final discussions with a South Florida Search Engine Optimization (SEO) company. The talks are regarding Hi Score acquiring the SEO company in exchange for cash and stock. The final terms are yet to be finalized but are expected to be concluded within the next ten days. The Company announced earlier this year that the Board of Directors had approved a plan to engage in...

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Focus on Energy, Wisconsin utilities' statewide program for energy efficiency and renewable energy, is offering $10.00 instant discounts to qualified customers who purchase Philips 10-watt light-emitting diode (LED) lamps. Designed to replace most standard 60-watt incandescent light bulbs, the Philips 10-watt LED lamp is designed to save up to 80 percent in energy costs, has a rated life of 30,000 hours and is assembled in Wisconsin....

Lee Rannals for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online One technology has only just begun to be implemented into our society on a wide-scale, but it has actually been around for 50 years: the LED. The world's first visible light-emitting diode (LED) was demonstrated in 1962 by Nick Holonyak, Jr. to General Electric suits. Holonyak had predicted that the LED would replace incandescent lights, but at the time he probably didn't realize it would take 50 years to gain some traction....

Century Link Field is the location of the 2012 Seattle Home Show, October 5th through the 7th. Solid Apollo LED is proud to exhibit brand new LED Lighting Solutions and LED Control Systems available to the public. Come to the Seattle Home Show, view correct application and learn about fascinating technology involved with LED lights from qualified personnel at Solid Apollo. Seattle, WA (PRWEB) October 05, 2012 Solid Apollo LED lighting is excited to partner up with the Seattle Home Show,...

ATLANTA, Oct. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- For the seventh year, Georgia Power is encouraging its customers to help the environment and save energy by supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) "Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR(®)" campaign. Georgia Power currently ranks as the top EPA national pledge leader for the 2011-2012 campaign. The company has distributed more than 680,000 compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) to customers in exchange for pledges since...

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nexxus Lighting, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXS), a market leading manufacturer of LED light bulbs and lighting systems, today announced a settlement agreement ending the pending patent litigation brought by Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG, AEX: PHI), a world leader in LED lighting technology. In connection with the settlement and patent license agreement: Philips will grant Nexxus Lighting an ongoing, royalty-bearing license to the...

Consumers who buy energy-saving bulbs say that price is a big factor in their purchase decisions, according to a new study by Consumer Reports. The free Light Bulb Finder mobile app helps consumers find CFLs and LEDs with the best payback. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 18, 2012 Consumers who buy energy-saving bulbs say that price is a big factor in their purchase decisions, according to a new study by Consumer Reports. About 75 percent of the consumers that have replaced inefficient...

Michael Harper for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online For as long as the light bulb has been around, there haven’t been many great advancements to the existing product. Outside of the new, energy efficient models, the basic functionality still exists: On or off. The makers of LIFX smart bulbs want to bring modern technology to the humble light bulb, including Wi-Fi and smartphone connectivity. The idea behind LIFX is incredible, and once you start thinking about the different...