High power LED lighting is harder than it looks. Power, dimming, control, and communication collide in one design.

While wandering the halls of ICFF this year we came across this beautiful new LED Lamp design by Koncept and were instantly smitten with its graceful lines and clarity of purpose. Koncept’s gorgeously ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Gregory Han After further testing, we’ve added the Gantri Analog Task Light, ...

At least 10 years after they were first applied for general illumination, the subject of how to assess the reliability of LED lighting products is still an on-going subject of debate, and sometimes, ...

Find a downloadable version of this story in pdf format at the end of the story. With the rising costs of energy and increasing governmental requirements for high efficiency lighting, the high ...

As their production costs fall, LEDs are being used more often in applications ranging from handheld devices to automotive and architectural lighting. Their high reliability (operational lifetimes of ...

The LittleSun is a solar-charged LED lamp design by Olafur Eliasson and Frederik Ottesen. It’s targeted at rural areas in developing nations where indoor light is typically provided by kerosene or ...

A floor lamp, bedside lamp and reading lamp all in one, S7 is a versatile new lighting design by Structures. Founded by sailor turned designer Nicolas Pichelin, Structures developed the fascinating ...

It’s now possible to source chip-on-board LED modules that have huge light output in a simple, easy to use package. However they can have major power requirements, and cheaper modules are also ...

LED-based signage and matrix displays are bringing new dimensions of versatility and eye-pleasing visual effects to a growing number of outdoor and indoor applications. Recent advances in LED ...