# App-Enabled Light Bulbs LG Launched a Smartphone-Controlled Light Bulb Called 'Smart Bulb' By Megan Facciuolo | Published 2014-03-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bulb References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2014/03/24/lg-smart-bulb/) & [lg](http://www.lg.com/us/led-lights/lg-LB12D827L2W.E80JSU0-led-bulb) Smart Bulb is the latest innovative by tech company [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-4). The light bulb, which connects to both Android and iOS devices, was just released in Korea, and is said to have many interesting features. Smart Bulb is a 10W LED light, which can be controlled from your phone to adjust brightness levels and flashes when receiving an incoming call. Some other features are related to the [security of your home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-bulb-cam); the bulbs can be controlled to turn on and off randomly while you're away, and can [pulsate to the tune of music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartthings-1) (in case you decide to throw an impromptu rave). These bulbs are also eco-friendly, as they only have to be replaced every 10 years -- provided you use them less than five hours each day. Given they last so long, the price is impeccable; the bulbs are being sold in Korea for 35,000 Won each ($32 US). There is no word on when they will be making it to North America. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smartphone-controlled Light Bulbs:** This trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to create energy-efficient light bulbs that can be controlled and customized through smartphones. - **Home Automation:** This trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to create smart home devices that can be controlled through smartphones, enhancing convenience and security. - **Iot-enabled Devices:** This trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to create Internet of Things (IoT) devices that can be connected and controlled through smartphone apps, offering integrated and personalized experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Lighting Industry:** The lighting industry can capitalize on this trend by creating smart light bulbs that offer energy efficiency, customizable features, and seamless integration with smartphones. - **Home Security Industry:** The home security industry can capitalize on this trend by developing smart home devices that enhance security, such as light bulbs that can be controlled remotely to simulate occupancy. - **Smartphone Accessories Industry:** The smartphone accessories industry can capitalize on this trend by creating innovative products like smartphone-controlled light bulbs that offer unique features and convenience to users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Ambient Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-varmblixt-smart-lights.md) - [Down-Lighted Smart Light Bulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze.md) - [Garden-Integrated Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-gardening-1.md) - [Plant-Cultivating Home Furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-4.md) - [Dynamic Lighting-Equipped Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-objet.md) - [Smart Fairy Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fairy-lights.md) - [Candle-Inspired Lightbulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velaflame.md) - [Matter-Enabled RGB Bulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-2.md) - [Biometric Health Lightbulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthmonitoring-smart-bulb.md)