> As much as I dislike the inability to host the bulbs locally Have you checked ...

ajot on Jan 7, 2023 | parent | context | favorite | on: Ask HN: What sub $200 product improved your 2022

> As much as I dislike the inability to host the bulbs locally

Have you checked DigiblurDIY's Youtube channel, Discord server and subreddit? Some of these can run alternative firmwares like Tasmota, OpenBeken or ESPHome.