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It depends on the brand. Some require a separate hub (like Philips Hue)

others work without a hub (TP Link for example). You can go with individual bulbs, switches, or plugs (for a lamp for example). Obviously the switches require a little bit of wiring as you replace your existing switch. If your smart bulb/switch/plug doesn't require a hub, then it's just a matter of finding the skill in the Alexa app and enabling it. You may have to create an account with the smart product manufacturer first. You name the smart product and then you can control it by using the proper commands. For mine, I just say "Alexa turn on the kitchen light."
[Post edited by AbsolutVT03 at 02/14/2018 10:03AM]

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Posted: 02/14/2018 at 10:03AM

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Anyone here use Alexa for home lighting? How does that work? -- Hurley09 02/14/2018 09:51AM

I use it for lamps that plug in ... -- vt90 02/14/2018 10:28AM

I have a plug adapter for Alexa and have it connected to -- HokieSignGuy 02/14/2018 10:56AM

We use a wall switch -- bigbadbird 02/14/2018 10:23AM

That's right, keep helping Skynet. ** -- HokieNoVA 02/14/2018 10:19AM

You can get a smart switch that's compatible. ** -- hoosnowahokie 02/14/2018 10:10AM

This would be the way to... turn it on via digital or analog. :-) ** -- HokieSignGuy 02/14/2018 10:33AM

It depends on the brand. Some require a separate hub (like Philips Hue) -- AbsolutVT03 02/14/2018 10:03AM

I have a variety of Phillips Hue Smart Lights, that are compatible with -- BayHokie 02/14/2018 09:59AM

I’m not a fan. -- vthokieq 02/14/2018 10:47AM

Also very pricey compared to some other brands that don't need hubs. ** -- AbsolutVT03 02/14/2018 10:56AM

Agreed, but then I don't believe those bulbs allow you to do other things -- BayHokie 02/14/2018 2:05PM

Get the wall switches. Use normal bulbs ** -- MEHOKIE 02/14/2018 09:54AM

Agreed. Easy to install. Use them constantly in the main living area. ** -- riosvt 02/14/2018 09:59AM

And they don't burn out... -- EDGEMAN 02/14/2018 11:30AM