# I swapped my alarm clock for this Philips Hue light, and I've never felt more refreshed in the morning

> I've tested a lot of wake-up lights over the years, and most of them have the same problem: even their lowest illumination level is fairly bright, and they jar me awake the instant they start their sunrise cycle.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/i-swapped-my-alarm-clock-for-this-philips-hue-light-and-ive-never-felt-more-refreshed-in-the-morning?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=689a37c195de710c847997d9)
- **Published:** 2025-08-11
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #morning #philips #alarm #clock #felt #light #never #refreshed
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