Philips just delivered the best Black Friday deal yet on its premium Festavia string lights. The smart holiday lights are now $145 for a 65-foot strand (down from $242), while the 130-foot version drops to $238 - marking the lowest prices since these individually addressable LED strings launched. For homeowners hunting that jaw-dropping holiday display, this is the moment to pounce.
Black Friday just got brighter. Philips is slashing prices on its Festavia holiday string lights to record lows, with the 65-foot strand now available for $145.19 through Amazon - a substantial $97 drop from its $242 retail price. The longer 130-foot version follows suit at $237.60, down from $396. These mark the steepest discounts since Philips introduced these premium smart lights to compete in the increasingly crowded holiday lighting market.
The Festavia lights aren't just another string of colorful bulbs. Each LED can be individually controlled, creating complex animated sequences that ripple across your home's facade. The lights support both indoor and outdoor use thanks to their IP54 weatherproofing rating, making them versatile enough for Christmas trees, stair railings, or elaborate roofline displays.
What sets these apart is their deep integration with the Philips Hue ecosystem. While basic Bluetooth connectivity works out of the box, connecting through a Hue Bridge or the newer Bridge Pro unlocks advanced features like music synchronization and complex automation routines. The lights can coordinate with other Hue products - bulbs, light strips, and spotlights - to create synchronized light shows that span entire properties.
"The preset scenes are where these really shine," according to smart home reviewers at CNET. The Festavia collection includes dozens of pre-programmed effects, from gentle color washes to dramatic sparkle patterns that mimic fireworks. Users can schedule these shows through Philips' mobile app, ensuring displays activate automatically even when away from home.
Matter support means the lights work seamlessly with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, eliminating compatibility headaches that plague many smart home devices. This broad platform support has helped Philips maintain its lead in smart lighting despite increased pressure from budget competitors.
