
Join to the next nearest light – that could expand distance from the router Other words, set up the one nearest the router first and then the others can I read somewhere that LIFX will also mesh to a router. Individually or collectively from the app
It really is that easy, and you can control them. Select each light individually, connect it to Wi-Fi. The app will find all the bulbs and update the firmware. Work as default lightbulbs, so it is just a matter of flicking the power switch Plug in the LIFX lights and power them on. Download the LIFX app and set up an account. But Wi-Fi adds lots of flexibility for outdoor use, and you can extend the range using an access point or range extender. I am not putting down its competitor Philips Hue that requires a bridge – it is very good in the right places. LIFX Wi-Fi LED smart lights connect directly to Wi-Fi and the app or a voice assistant The most appealing feature is that unlike the Philips Hue, To help your security camera see in the dark, 2M strip with 1M extensions, AīR30 1100 ‘flood’ with night vision Review LIFX Wi-Fi LED Smart Lights: A60 1100 Lumen bulb in Edison E27 screw or B22 bayonet LIFX also has a night vision A60 (uses IR LEDs and perfect G10 100mm downlight including fitting, bulb transformer and 240V plug. A terrific way to add software dimming and colours (2500-9000K) to your existing compatible overhead lights. These are $84.99 (special $67.99 and four and ten pack pricing). Note that these don’t use the standard 2-pin halogen bulb socket, but the thicker LED GU10 fitting. G10 downlight 400 lumens from 2500-9000K (white to colour). These are replacements for reading lamps and areas that don’t need as much light. They use the same ES or BC mount and have better prices for four and six packs.
Mini 800 lumen dimmable – White only (warm 2700K), White and Day and Dusk (1500-2700K), or White/Day and Dusk/Colour.These are replacements for your standard light bulbs At the time of review, these are $89.99 each, a four pack for $359.96 and a six pack for $539.94 – less a promotional discount to $71.99/287.96/431.94. A60 is an 1100 lumen dimmable offering 16.7 million colours from white to whatever.
Let’s look at the LIFX Wi-Fi LED smart lights range – note that typical office lighting is 500 lumens! And if you purchase from LIFX online you have a 60-day money back satisfaction guarantee. Although before you rush out and buy something read our new guide to adding intelligence to your home as there are a few decisions you need to make first.įortunately, as long as you have decent home Wi-Fi, LIFX bulbs are relatively risk-free as they connect to Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, most smart hubs and talks IFTTT (If this then that). Research shows that smart lights are the third most popular retrofit DIY product to add some smarts to a dumb home.