However, the brand also notes that it “cannot ensure the security of any information you transmit to us or guarantee that such information on the Products or Services may not be accessed, disclosed, altered, or destroyed.” In its Privacy Policy, TP-Link notes that it uses “commercially reasonable safeguards” such as encryption and SSL technology to protect sensitive information. You may not be as concerned with the privacy of the Kasa Light Strip as you’d be with, for instance, a smart camera, but any device that’s connected to the internet creates an access point to your home internet network, making security important. These appearance issues may not bother everyone, but if you’re like me and prioritize aesthetics, you may want to think about installing the lights somewhere the pieces will be hidden from direct view. Why wouldn’t the brand just make them the same color?Īgain, it’s a little thing, but if these components are somewhere visible, it will likely be distracting and unattractive.
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On a similar note, I found it strange that the Kasa Light Strip’s manual controller is white, but the power adapter is black. If I decide to keep the lights where they are, I’ll likely end up adding a board along the edges of the cubby to keep the strip out of sight. It would be one thing if the strip just had light diodes on it, but there’s other text and markings that make it an eye-sore. I installed the lights around the central portion of my built-in office desk, and I don’t like the way the strip looks when the lights are off.Īlong the top edge of my desk, the strip is tucked behind a wooden lip, which hides it well, but there’s no way to conceal it along the sides of the space. Most light strips are similar in appearance, so this gripe isn't specific to Kasa's light strip but it is something to know if you're considering installing them yourself. The strip itself is fairly unattractive, especially if it’s installed in an exposed area. To avoid this waste, I’d only recommend these lights for tasks where you plan to use nearly the entire length.
Once cut, the excess portion is essentially rendered useless, and you really have no choice but to throw it away. That includes splicing the lights to create 90-degree angles, a common application for LED strips, or connecting multiple strands, which you may want to do if you have a large area to cover.
However, once you cut off a portion of the Kasa strip, it cannot be spliced or reattached in any way. When I installed these lights, I cut about a foot off the end so it fit perfectly around my desk. In marketing materials, Kasa frequently points out that this light strip is trimmable-there are clearly marked locations every few inches along the strip where you can cut, allowing you to create the exact length you need for your application. I installed the Kasa Multicolor Smart Light Strip in my office.