# Old-Fashioned Connected Bulbs The TP-Link Kasa Smart Bulb Brightens Up a Space with a Vintage Feel By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-03-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-kasa-smart-bulb References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/tp-link-kasa-smart-bulb/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-KL60-Filament-Amber-Smart/dp/B07RVLC6SX/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Connected illumination equipment has become quite commonplace as consumers embrace the convenience it brings, which is seeing new product verticals focused on aesthetics coming about like the TP-Link Kasa Smart Bulb. The vintage-inspired bulb will deliver a soothing amber brown glow that will help to enhance the ambience of a space as well as integrate connected functionality. This includes dimming as well as full control via the brand's accompanying app for Android and iOS devices. The TP-Link Kasa Smart Bulb is positioned as a low-cost intelligent illumination solution and also boasts smart home integration capabilities. This is thanks to connectivity with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa compatibility that addresses the increasing adoption rates of these voice assistant services. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Connected Vintage Bulbs:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop smart bulbs that combine vintage aesthetics with intelligent connectivity for enhanced ambience. - **Aesthetic-focused Iot Lighting:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create IoT lighting solutions that prioritize aesthetics to enhance the overall ambiance of spaces. - **Voice Assistant Integration:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate voice assistant compatibility into smart lighting products to cater to the growing adoption of voice-controlled devices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor and Lighting:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Incorporate connected technology and vintage aesthetics in home decor and lighting products for a unique and sophisticated customer experience. - **Smart Home Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop smart home products that seamlessly integrate with voice assistants and offer versatile lighting control options. - **Internet of Things (iot):** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore IoT applications in the lighting industry to create aesthetically pleasing and intelligent lighting solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tubular Tech-Packed Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-glow.md) - [Down-Lighted Smart Light Bulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze.md) - [Candle-Inspired Lightbulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velaflame.md) - [Organically Shaped Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flourish-table-lamp.md) - [Connected Energy-Monitoring Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-kasa-smart-plug-mini.md) - [Retro App-Controlled Lava Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appcontrolled-lava-lamp.md) - [Hanging Connected Light Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pendant-light.md) - [Smart Candle-Warming Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-candle-warmer-lamp.md) - [Matter-Enabled RGB Bulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-2.md)