#Hue sync box setup upgrade
#Hue sync box setup full
#Hue sync box setup software

The one area that Lytmi can claim victory on is support for HDMI 2.1. Again, that's ignoring the new AI effects. However, the range of additional fixtures is quite limited compared to Govee's, and given the similar price point, it would be hard to recommend the Lytmi products instead. Their newest model is compatible with additional LED strips or light bars, at a similar price to Govee. I tested the Neo sync box early last year, but wasn't all that impressed with the intensity of the colors or the basic app, nor could it be expanded. The only other competition that allows some degree of extending the lighting effects beyond the included LED strip for the TV is Lytmi. An equivalent Hue setup costs two to three times as much as the Govee option. If you don't already own Hue bulbs, the Govee system is superior in many ways (even ignoring the new AI features), and a significantly cheaper choice.

#Hue sync box setup full

It lacks an AI game analysis mode, but if you're just looking for ambient TV backlighting and already own a living room full of Hue bulbs, it's a good choice and the Hue ecosystem is solid. Indeed, Philips now offers its own HDMI sync box that can extend the lighting to the range of Hue bulbs and lighting products. The concept of ambient TV backlighting isn't new, with the first systems pioneered by Philips and manufactured directly into the back of TVs. I found some of the spell effects in Hogwarts Legacy provided quite a pleasing but subtle effect, for instance. Outside of the supported launch titles, it does, of course, still work as a great TV backlight, for which you can configure the brightness and saturation to suit your own preferences. The combination of lighting and AI is not something you would think has any practical use, but I can't wait to see how this system expands beyond these three games. Ignoring my fears that lighting operators will no doubt be out of a job with the coming AI revolution, having this kind of effect lighting for your own gaming sessions is superb. All eyes might be on the DJ, but you'll soon notice the difference if the lighting is left on auto mode. Identifying key moments in the songs and being able to pull up one of your saved sequences or blast the blinders was key to making a night magical. I used to be a lighting operator for club nights and bands back in my university days at Sheffield. It's ridiculously good fun-but with the caveat that I love flashy lights. Then, double-check that each corner of the monitor matches up with the light outputs (in case you've installed it backward-but not a problem this can be corrected in the app). Search for 'sync,' and you'll find the right item.

#Hue sync box setup software

On the software side of things, simply open up the Govee Home app and add a new device. There's a lot of plastic here that doesn't need to exist, and some large chunks of unrecyclable solid foam that will now power my local waste incinerator for a brief second. One small point: I wish Govee would sort out their packaging to be more eco-friendly.

#Hue sync box setup upgrade

While there are no additional USB-C ports for expanding your lights directly (nor can you currently purchase a box-only kit to upgrade your existing setup), the beauty of the Govee AI sync system is that it works seamlessly with nearly any other Govee Wi-Fi-enabled lighting product, just as their existing DreamView TV options do. These connect via a single USB-C cable to the back of the sync box. Also in the box are two LED light bars for the corner of your desktop.