LIFX Lightstrip 80" Kit

UPDATE:Last week (10/30/2022) there was a firmware update for the LIFX Lightstrip. I am happy to say that after installing this update, and several days of use, the lightstrip is working flawlessly. It is remaining fully connected at all times. It is responsive not just in the app, but also through HomeKit and Alexa. As this is working superbly, I have changed my rating from 2 stars to 5.I recently got this light strip to use as bias lighting in my home office. Set up was easy, and they connected well with both HomeKit and Alexa. After a couple of days, they stopped staying connected to my wifi. They are in the same room as the router. In order to use the lights, I need to reset them to reconnect them every single time I want to turn them on or off. I was very disappointed considering the price point and the quality of the strip itself. The lights are bright, and the colors are vibrant. Since I have this installed already, I may get a smart plug just to turn it on and off since the plug is in an odd place. Overall, mostly disappointed with what could be a great device.

I am so shocked. I've known about LIFX but I had no idea their lights are on a completely different level than other smart lights. I first got a bulb from them and was shocked at how vibrant the colors are. I've had Phillips hue lightbulbs for years, and these completely blow those out of the water. Not even to mention that they don't need a hub they just connect to Wi-Fi. I've never had any connection issues with any of these products and this light strip is no exception. The color reproduction is wild and the app is really well designed. It comes with a bunch of built-in scenes that are actually really pretty and not just techy. They have different themes like artist series, football teams, and sunsets. if you were looking for any smart lights, I would definitely suggest looking at LIFX.

I was extremely disappointed when I bought a competitor product and discovered that the lights would only work when connected to the internet and the product was sending data to China. Also sad because I thought the lights were great. Clean white and brilliant colors.Mycroft recommended LIFX, so I took a gamble and bought a couple to try out. LIFX white makes the competitor's white look dirty... Brightness range exceeds anything else I have seen and the colors are stunning. While I had various issues with connectivity and the like, the new owner (FEIT) has essentially fixed every issue I have been having.My only concern is with folks reporting that a percentage of the bulbs die prematurely, especially given the cost, but so far no issues. However, all of LIFX lighting is so far above anything else I have seen that I'm ok with some failures if they come along.

You probably bought this because you saw it has the highest color accuracy out of any smart light. How do I know? Because that's why I bought it.Do not buy this light. Even compared to bulbs by the same company, it has the worst WiFi reception of any smart device, or device reliant on WiFi at all, that I have ever used. My unit will not stay connected to the network for more than an hour, before suddenly turning off-then-on and disconnecting from my network completely, rendering it unable to be used until I set it up again or whenever it feels like working again.It has been 4 years since I bought this product. I don't know if it's any better, but judging from online testimonies, the problem still lingers. And yes, 4 years ago when I first bought this product, it had the same issues connecting to WiFi.Ignore what anyone says about color accuracy, that means nothing. Get a better brand that has better hardware and software. I didn't even get into the frustrating nature of the app, but just know, I've had smoother setup experiences with cheap 10 dollar lights from the dollar store.

Great lights, somewhat difficult to set up and its functionality could be better, brightness is great, colors could be easier to setup multiple scenes, adhesive is okay for first use

Update 11/7/22An update to my original review taking off a star for poor connectivity. A recent firmware update released for my strips 2.9 (for older chipsets)/3.9 with patch notes specifically reporting improved connectivity seem to be working. Where it normal for the lights to drop the connection daily and require a reset, they have not disconnected once since the update. Be warned though, a small percentage of people reported the update bricking their lights. However, I have updated 4 so far with no issues.Like others have stated, the lights are very bright and gorgeous.... when they work. The strips suffer from an unusual amount of disconnections which can be resolved by unplugging them and plugging them back in. But quite annoying for something this price when I never suffered this with cheaper brands.

I just installed the LIFX Lightstrip Color Zones, and let me tell you, they are an absolute game-changer! First off, the setup was super easy—just peel, stick, and connect to Wi-Fi. I had them up and running in no time!What I love most is how customizable they are. You can create different color zones along the strip, which means you can mix and match colors to fit your mood or vibe. Whether I’m throwing a party or just chilling, I can set the perfect atmosphere with just a few taps on my phone. The app is user-friendly, making it easy to explore all the cool features.The colors are super vibrant, way better than any other LED strips I’ve tried. The brightness is adjustable, and the range of colors is insane! Honestly, I’ve tried a few different brands, but nothing compares to LIFX. If you’re looking to level up your room or create an epic setup for gaming or movie nights, these are hands down the best LED light strips on the market. Highly recommend! 🌈✨