DAY BETTER is a lighting product brand that became very popular with its LED light strips with many features like the ability to change the colors, create schedules and timers, remote control, and voice assistance such as google assistant and Alexa. The light settings of DAY BETTER can be set according to need and mood, like controlling the light settings for reading, dancing, relaxing, or any other activity with remote control. In this article, we will highlight how to connect DAYBETTER LED lights to an App and how to download and install the App and control the LED lights using the App.
What is the DAYBETTER LED Lights App?
The DAYBETTER LED lights App is designed to control the LED light strips manufactured by DAYBETTER. This uses the App to control the lights using three main methods. One is the infrared control method, the Bluetooth method, and Tuya smart Wi-Fi control method. The smartphone light control App can control the LED tape lights, while different Apps are used for Bluetooth and Tuya.
Connecting the App to the light system is important to ensure you remotely control the LED lights as you wish. Connecting to the App offers options and features to change to 16 colors, different modes, brightness levels, and speed. It also lets you switch on/off the lights using the App from anywhere.
This App can be downloaded and installed on both IOS and Android devices. The distance one can control from 10 meters. All you have to do is scan the QR code provided and download the App.
To control smart Wi-Fi LED light strips, use the ‘Tuya Smart App. And download the ‘Apollo Lightning’ App for Bluetooth control light Strip.
How to Download and Install the DAYBETTER LED Lights App?
As mentioned above, we have two main Apps used by DAYBETTER, one for Bluetooth control and the other for Wi-Fi-controlled LED light strips. Here we will be discussing the steps to help you download and install the Apps, and also the compatibility requirements and device limitations for the App to function:
First, we will learn how to download and install the DAYBETTER Bluetooth control light strip. This requires an App called Apollo Lighting, which connects to the lights using the smartphone. This allows you to turn the lights on/off, control and change 16 million colors, dim the lights to your mood, or even choose your desired color effect, pop-over controls, and color temperature change just by clicking with your fingers.
- The first step is to download the Apollo Lightning App, using the Google Play store App in the Android or Apple App store. Once downloaded, click the install icon to install it on your phone or device.
- Next, go to the ‘settings’ option in your phone, open the ‘Bluetooth’ settings, and switch on Bluetooth, or click on the Bluetooth shortcut on the home screen by swiping down the list.
- Now that it is connected start controlling the strip light as you want.
The next App available is the ‘Tuya Smart’ Wi-Fi control App
- The first step is to download the Tuya Smart App using the Google Play store App in the Android or Apple App store. Once downloaded, click the install icon to install it on your phone or device.
- Next, open the App on your Android or iOS; on the main part of the screen, click on the ‘Plus’ Icon in the top right corner of the App screen. And select the option Wi-Fi in the socket images provided.
The older versions of DAYBETTER are more compatible with the App magic home application, and the newer versions are better with Apollo Lighting. Because unsupported apps only allow access to certain features. Another application not recommended for use is Universal controller applications. This App has a record for creating connection-related issues.
How to Connect DAYBETTER LED Lights to an App?
The following steps are to download and connect the Bluetooth control to the Apollo lighting App.
- The first step is to download the Apollo Lightning App using the Google Play store App in the Android or Apple App store. Once downloaded, click the install icon to install it on your phone or device.
- Now, turn the LED lights into a socket and turn it on.
- Next, go to the ‘settings’ option in your phone, open the ‘Bluetooth’ settings, and switch on Bluetooth, or click on the Bluetooth shortcut on the home screen by swiping down the list.
- Then, click on the Apollo Lighting App and open it, then scan for Bluetooth, the Apollo App will automatically connect the LED strip light.
The next available App is the ‘Tuya Smart’ Wi-Fi control App. This is a general App that supports DAYBETTER.
- The first step is to download the Tuya Smart App using the Google Play store App in the Android or Apple App store. Once downloaded, click the install icon to install it on your phone or device.
- Now, turn the LED lights into a socket and turn it on.
- Next, open the App on your Android or iOS; on the main part of the screen, click on the ‘Plus’ Icon in the top right corner of the App screen. And select the option Wi-Fi in the socket images provided.
- Now, you will be given some on-screen instructions to connect the Tuya App to the led strip lights.
How to Control DAY BETTER LED Lights Using the App?
All the LED strip lights have their customized App, and there are no standard Apps. Here are some of the common features the App provides for its users; one can switch on/ off the LED light strips, the strip color can be changed to sync with the music playing in the background, and the timer function provided in the App permits to set time to change color at specific timings and turn on and off at preset times.
Customization is available if one does not like the preset colors provided by DAYBETTER. One can click the option ‘dynamic’ to change and fade colors. Another option available is the brightness option; using this one can control the brightness level of the LED. There are automatic brightness settings as well.
In case you have more than one light connected to the App, there is a setting called scene setting, which can be used. This setting enables a user to combine lights to create a scenic effect. Other options are patching, voice control integration to give voice commands, and the grouping lights option to enable multiple colors to light up in the same pattern.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of DAY BETTER LED Lights
One way to exert your creativity with DAYBETTER LED lights is to set the colors on the light strip to sync with the background music at parties, home theaters, and other events like music festivals and concerts. One can use the lights on the roof, around the bed- frames, the kitchen counter, etc. different options like color customization, fading effect, and grouping options are also some creative ways to use the light strips.
The most important tips we can provide are;
- Since there are a few Apps available and it is difficult to identify the right App for each light, it is recommended to use lighting products that are compatible with Wi-Fi. This option is not limited to Bluetooth, where the connection cuts off at a certain distance.
- Another tip to make it easy is to operate with a preset timer, so you don’t have to constantly switch it on and off.
- Do not continuously use the LED light strips for long hours, which can damage the light strips and breach the warranty policies. It is not designed for heavy-duty lighting.
- Ensure all the sockets and connections are safe and free from malfunctions or defects. Otherwise, the lights will get damaged easily.
- In case the App stops working, update or reinstall the App. If there is any connectivity problem, switch it off and reconnect, for it to work better. If the malfunction continues, reset the lighting strip as well.
Conclusion
DAY BETTER is a popular company known worldwide for its digital control features over the LED lighting system. They have a large collection of lighting strip options to choose from. It can be controlled through IR remote control, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. Their products are reliable and easy to operate. All you need to do is buy the lights and connect them to your smartphone-compatible App. You can control every feature available with your fingers easily from anywhere.
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