Understanding LIFX Brightness Settings
- Familiarize yourself with the LIFX app on your smartphone. It is the primary tool to control your smart light settings including brightness.
- Recognize that LIFX bulbs can be manually controlled or scheduled to change settings automatically.
Manual Brightness Adjustment
- Open the LIFX app and locate the bulb you wish to adjust from the device list.
- Use the brightness slider to reduce the bulb's brightness to a comfortable level. You may do this easily by sliding it left for dimmer light.
Setting Up a Schedule
- Navigate to the 'Schedules' option within the app to automate brightness changes.
- Create a new schedule or modify an existing one to dim your light in the morning. Set the desired time for this schedule to activate and adjust the brightness level accordingly.
Using LIFX Day & Dusk Feature
- The Day & Dusk feature within the LIFX app enables gradual adjustments to lighting throughout the day.
- Enable this function and customize the morning stage to reduce brightness. This is helpful in simulating natural light changes as the day progresses.
Advanced Options Through Integrations
- Link your LIFX lights with smart home devices like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or IFTTT for voice-controlled adjustments or complex automation rules.
- Create routines or applets that specifically reduce brightness during selected morning hours.
Advantages of Controlling Morning Brightness
- Reducing light brightness in the morning can help decrease glare and create a more calming start to your day.
- Lower brightness settings can also conserve energy, extending the lifespan of your bulb and cutting down on electricity costs.
