This umbrella is EXACTLY as shown and described! It has a little switch on the pole to turn the solar lights on and off.  Mine has been inside in a corner (waiting for the base to arrive) and even with no sun, the lights turned on. The pole is black and there's a mechanism to allow the umbrella to tilt. The solar "panel" sits on the very top of the pole and you can hear it "click" and lock into place. It's a great vibrant color and makes me wish it was summertime!  I have zero complaints and I'm not easy to please!