They have the color right, the last batch lasted about 3-6 months- it was a three pack. I guess I need to keep reciepts for lightbulbs now..
Your not turning them on & off like an incadescent, are you? If you turn a CFL on, leave it on for at least 1/2 hour. Mine are going into their 5th year and I do use them 4-6 hours daily.