TOKYO: Philips is introducing the cheapest 60 watt equivalent LED lightbulb on the market. People might want to stick with incandescent over LED lightbulbs, but Philips’ newest LED bulb just voided the majority of consumers’ biggest concern: cost. At only $4.97 USD, the price of these bulbs is low enough to sway those consumers who have been looking to lower their monthly electric bill but still haven’t been convinced by previous LED bulbs on the market.
LED lightbulbs may save a little on the electric bill, but they have their downsides as well. From a cosmetic standpoint, incandescent light is so much warmer, creating a more friendly and flattering light than most LED’s. Also, LED lightbulbs tend to take a while to warm up to their full brightness, whereas incandescent always burn bright.
The lightbulbs are available now at Home Depot’s online shop, but is out of stock. The LED bulb will launch in-stores on May 1st. As a new-release promotion, Philips is selling two for the price of one for the next three months.
By the way, it’s Earth Day today. You could believe it’s a day to renew your vows as an environmentalist or you could just think it’s another consumerist holiday. With Philip’s latest LED lightbulbs you can say, “why not both?” and spend money now to save money and the environment in the future.
