What is it?
A smart Wi-Fi enabled table lamp.
The humble lamp has been given a modern makeover and joined the Internet of Things allowing it to be controlled wirelessly.
Good Points?
Looking like a light-pod from a futuristic film world, the WiZ Hero blends fun design with technological function. The device comes in two base finishes of white and wood, the latter evoking an earthier Scandinavian feel.
The gadget has a claimed range of 16 million colours and 64,000 shades of white which can be controlled by smartphone app, remote control and any Amazon Alexa or Google Home device.
With 620 lumens of filtered light output there is no uncomfortable wincing when looking directly at it and the ever-changing colour mode can be quite soothing.
Bad points?
Getting the smartphone app to connect to the main unit can be tricky as it takes some fine timing with a button press.
The remote control is a weak link of the product as button presses seem overly clunky and its design stylistically simplistic compared to some comparative products.
Best for ...
Anyone who likes setting the perfect mood as there is a colour option for every occasion from laidback disco vibes to coorie-in comfort. The ability to put Alexa to work will be an added bonus for those with an Amazon compatible device.
Avoid if ...
You have trouble making choices in life as the colour selection could induce an existential crisis. The fiddly smartphone set-up may not endear it to everyone.
Score: 8/10.
WiZ Hero, £89.99 (wiz.world and amazon.co.uk)
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