Q: I’m hoping to host some small, socially distant, outdoor get-togethers. Are there any quick, inexpensive ways to make my backyard more inviting? A: Adding some ambient lighting with string lights ...

String lights are one of the quickest and easiest ways to brighten up outdoor areas. The decorative lighting solution offers plenty of flexibility can be installed pretty much anywhere, from a balcony ...

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When are boring old outdoor string lights not just boring old string lights? When they become an instantly addressable, highly networked light show able to blink in over 16 million colors while ...

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Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

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Govee’s string lights don’t look all that fantastic, but they’re fine for casual use–and it’s hard to beat the price. There are few easier ways to liven up a large, dark space than to drape string ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about how to do more with your consumer gadgets. It's almost time! Holiday lighting season is nearly here. With it comes ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...