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Yeelight Smart RGB Light Strip - What is it?
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Basically its a 2 meter long light strip that you can change colors (up to 16 million variations). You can cut it to a shorter length if needed but you cannot extend it, so 2m is the max. It comes with its own wired controller which you can turn on/off the lights and change colors so you do not need to hook it to your WiFi or use the app to control it.
But if you do connect it to your WiFi, it can do a lot more. First download the app called Yeelight on both iOS App store and Google's Playstore. Im not going to go through the setting up procedure cause its pretty much the same as with other IoT devices.
The Yeelight comes with a Type A flat prong power adapter. Yes its 100v-240v type so it works but you need to get a plug converter. Since I have several Type A plugs that I need power for, I decided to buy the Xiaomi 3 sockets Power Strip with 3 powered USB sockets. Its a small power extension that works very well with my setup.
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The leds themselves are nicely encapsulated in clear bendable plastic making the whole strip to be flexible and durable. The back has an adhesive strip but I dont think its made by 3M. Its not as strong as 3M unfortunately. Installation is merely sticking the strip to a clean smooth surface and you are done.
The app is pretty responsive compare to MiHome app. There is not much lag and seems pretty responsive. With the app you can turn on or off the lights, change the colors, dim the lights, set up a schedule or timer (count down). It also has a "recommended" selection which are presets by Xiaomi (see pic below). You can also create your own scene.
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Other than that, Yeelight can also connect with IFTTT, and you can also voice control it using Alexa or Google Home. Yes you can turn it on/off, change brightness, change color, all with voice command. Its pretty doped if you ask me. The only cons I can see - its not too bright but then again I cant fault it too much as its supposed to be for ambience lighting. I also wish they use a better adhesive tape like 3M
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This post has been edited by idoblu: Dec 9 2017, 12:44 PM