In case you didn’t see it in the recently-released specs, they go from 2700K to 6500K (warm white to daylight).
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For one set of bulbs it wants to charge 7.44 for Tax which 25% of the cost. Shouldn’t they be charging tax base on where I live which would be 7.25%? So a 29.99 set of 4 bulbs now cost $45.42. Something doesn’t seem right.
This is what I paid , I’m in MI
|Subtotal:|$29.99|
||Shipping & Handling|$7.99
||Sales Tax:|$2.28|
||Total:|$40.26|
I am in Ohio and it is showing 7.44 for tax. I have tried it several times, but have not ordered since it is incorrect.
That sure does not look right .
Here in Mi sales tax is 6% , though It is not too far off My sales tax is incorrect also , 6% of $29.99 is not $2.28
Will there be any chance of a REST API for the Bulb and Sense lines? I’d really like to make a custom little wall mounted toggle for these things, but I can’t imagine IFTTT being fast enough for an immediate “I want the lights on” action (at least, that’s my experience with Wemo).
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I recommend searching the #wishlist category. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, you could create your own topic. Don’t forget to read about how to properly submit a request to the #wishlist. 
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@DreadPirateRush or @UserCustomerGwen Just wanted to confirm if the username and password will only be done through the app and not the bulbs? if so, then I can assume that the bulbs will have no info that can be gleaned from them, in case something happens and you have to throw one away?
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Hmmmm, any device on your network in order to re-establish a connection (EX: after a power outage) to your WiFi needs to be able to retain that information in its firmware or OS. I guess the real question may be is that information encrypted on the device? I don’t have that answer, but I’m sure @UserCustomerGwen may be able to find someone who knows the answer to that.
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Thank you @DreadPirateRush. Since LIFX is now known to not encrypt that type of info, which leaves users’ info open to anyone who is willing to dig through your trash and get it! lol. @UserCustomerGwen would be awesome if the awesome bulbs (
) that I just got have that info encrypted and we can through the bulbs out at end of life or if something happened to the bulb and we have to throw it out.
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Is there something that gives the physical dimensions? I’m considering putting this in a sconce and it cannot be too tall. Thanks.
In the app , go to shop then tap on the bulbs , Scroll to the bottom And there are Specifications there
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I’m looking into answers for these questions now! But given that it’s so close to the weekend, I may not have answers until next week.
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Thank you! Have a great weekend!! 
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Right back at ya!
I had the same question but unfortunately if the answer to your question is “add it to the wishlist” then I’m going to steer clear. Why does local (non-cloud) control have to be a wishlist item? Seems like a missing basic feature to me. But I guess I’m “old school” when it comes to automation. I don’t think it should be built on the cloud first. As with your experience Wemo I’ve seen the same slowness with Smart things. If you require the internet then you have more latency and points if failure.
I’m REALLY excited about these bulbs for their features, but disappointed about this lack of control.
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So, if I understand correctly, the bulbs will not use a hub. I get my internet via a cellular hotspot. Most hotspots have a finite number of connections…in my case, that is 15. By the time you add in a couple of laptops, 3 smart tvs, an Apple TV, Amazon Alexa devices, 4 Wyze cams, etc., my limited connections will mean I may have little remaining for bulbs. Any chance these CAN be operated with a hub and not have to individually connect to wifi?
Your best bet may be to figure out how to put your hotspot into Bridge Mode in order to use a real WiFi network router that allows more connections.
That said, even many mid-to-low end consumer routers begin to tap out at 16 or 32 connections total. eero or Google WiFi are both very good options if you find the number of connections you need growing fast. I’ve tested both in multi-node configurations with over 125 active connections with great success.
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As Chief mentioned, you could connect your other WiFi devices to a real router that supports more connections and bridge that to the mobile hotspot. It’s been mentioned many times on the forum, but the GL-iNet pocket routers are excellent low-cost ($20) portable routers that run from USB power and support wireless bridging:
I haven’t forgotten! Still working on tracking down answers and I apologize for the delay.
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