The shape of the lamp was absolutely inspired by UFOs. Specifically the ones commonly blamed for cow abductions. This one has a much bigger dome at the top, presumably to hold more cows.
I like this one, although the zig-zag nature of the led strip runs make a lot of pre-built effects somewhat lackluster on it. If you take that into account, however, you can make it do some neat stuff.
I wasn't sure what to expect when I switched it on, so I was pleased when light sprang forth from the strips and illuminated the entire tube. Unfortunately, once the sun came up the next day, I realized this would only ever be an accent lamp.