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Twinkly’s sturdy and colorful LED string lights make for an impressive and eye-popping holiday decoration, with animations that are sure to wow the neighbors. Smart Christmas tree lights generally do ...

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The Philips Hue Festavia string lights look great and add a lot of fun to any holiday decor. They’re ...

Whether you’ve picked something reminiscent of Charlie Brown’s sapling or made a monster selection worthy of Rockefeller Center, the best Christmas tree lights are what turn that spruce into a ...

With the help of a microcontroller, a few strings of GE Color Effect Christmas lights can be easily turned into a fully programmable LED strip, or if you are so inclined, a huge RGB LED display.

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Credit: René Ramos/Lifehacker/Fuse/Corbis/Getty Images This series will help you pick the perfect presents, decor ...