Do I need to have a TRÅDFRI gateway to use my TRÅDFRI light sources?
You can control any TRÅDFRI light source with a TRÅDFRI steering device (remote control, wireless dimmer or motion sensor). You only need a TRÅDFRI gateway to control TRÅDFRI light sources with the IKEA Home smart app so this is completely optional.
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