When it comes to decorating a dorm room, the best smart lights can change everything Vibrant colors and convenient controls turn any space into a sanctuary for relaxing, studying, or entertaining friends With a tap or voice command, you can choose colors to set the mood From here you can adjust the brightness or set a daily schedule

With a variety of colors and automation methods, the possibilities are nearly endless You can create a natural sunrise effect for waking up in the morning, or a cozy rainbow that automatically starts when you get home from class Or maybe you want the ultimate setup for a party [Smart panels, smart lamps, smart light strips Smart panels, smart lamps, and smart light strips Each has its own unique features and benefits, so choose the one that best suits your style and needs

If you're looking for the most flair, Nanoleaf Shapes is the way to go: the $199 Nanoleaf Shapes light panel is a modular hexagonal tile that connects like pieces of a custom puzzle and pairs with your favorite voice assistant to set up a bring a healthy dose of chaos to your setup Highly customizable with brightness settings, color patterns, and pulse music modes, this panel is easy to install and offers the most immersive experience of any of the best smart lights we've used

The screen mirror feature allows the tiles to reflect computer display activity with synchronized lighting, which is especially great for gaming setups Using the phone's camera to lay out an AR version of the design, this polygonal panel can be attached to a wall to complete the installation from the start, and can be controlled via the Nanoleaf Smarter Series app (iOS or Android) or by voice It's pricey, but well worth it That said, there are more affordable and easier ways to change the mood

Don't want to do something as big as sticking a $200 adhesive panel all over the wall? You can easily change the mood on a budget by placing this smart lamp in your space Simply place it on a flat surface and it splashes color over a large area The lamp can be programmed to turn on and off at specific times, and its shape makes it a perfect bed or deskside companion

The dimmable feature makes it convenient to incorporate into your sleep or after-work routine The sunrise and sunset effects can be programmed using this feature, and the Finger Sketch feature of the Govee app allows users to draw color patterns on the app and apply them directly to the smart lamp Cordless would be even better, especially since they are relatively inexpensive, but you can't have everything

Light strips can be used to frame the edges of furniture and walls Along a desk, bed, or TV, they can make it pop and change your mood With millions of color variations and dynamic lighting modes, smart light strips can transform any dull corner of a room into a lively space

We especially like the Govee Neon Rope light strip because of its segmented color control If you want to get really creative, you can create routines For example, you can create a countdown timer that transitions from green to red to show how much time is left until the end of class or study time The Govee Home app allows you to synchronize lighting and music, perfect for creating an energetic atmosphere at a party or a calm atmosphere when you want to focus