BivarOpto, the Optoelectronics division of Bivar Inc, introduced a light pipe designed specifically to operate with board-mounted push-button switches, enabling non-lighted switch models to perform ...

One of those nights when it was too hot to sleep I decided to get a drink of cold water at three in the morning. I stepped into the second-floor hall and pushed the light switch. It is the old round, ...

This is an improved version of Anthony Smith’s designs for a latch on/latch off switch (see the whole series below). The new design switches a 120VAC load, and includes several much-needed details on ...

When trying to install home automation systems one problem that continually arises is a solution to push physical buttons on existing appliances, machines and gadgets. A number of companies are ...

The Belkin WeMo Light Switch replaces most single wall-mounted on/off switches and lets you control your lights from anywhere with an Internet connection. The switch connects to your home WiFi network ...

Manufacturer Signify is expanding the range of its two smart lighting brands with a slew of new products. At Philips Hue, a high-priced Bluetooth and ZigBee bedside lamp called Hue Twilight stands out ...