shown in photos is actual bulb it is new unused but I did plug in before I listed though other than that new unused boxed on hand and ready for immediate shipping thanks for looking and please let me know if I can help with any questions, I am available 7 days a week I do my own listings, photos, packaging and shipping so if there is a problem when it arrives please take a moment and email me I answer 7 days a week Main Features Tune, dim, and control your lights from anywhere from your smartphone or tablet Download the Lightify app and install the bulb in standard household sockets Schedule automated timers, program you bulb to gradually increase or decrease in brightness over time Tunable white for great light on any occasion Lightify bulbs use up to 84 percent less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs m3 95box