Lightbow

Lightbow

for Philips hue, LIFX, & WeMo

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Version History of Lightbow

3.3.3

October 11, 2019

Lightbow has the most Halloween content of any lighting app! - With the popularity of our "Trick or Treat?!" collection last year, we decided to double the number of costume-centric light+sound environments (available for in-app purchase) that you can use to psych up kids (and parents) before heading out to Halloween festivities! Enjoy all new presets like Vampire, Rubber Ducky, Swamp Creature, Fairy, Sailor, and more... Users who already bought the "Trick or Treat?!" in-app purchase get all the new presets for free. (Are you throwing a halloween party or just like getting into the spirit of things? Check out the dozens of presets in the "Haunted House" and "Halloween" collections as well! - Added a half-dozen new color profiles for lightbulbs introduced since the last release. - Fixed a few issues with toolbar heights and layout that popped up with the latest iOS versions.

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3.3.2

September 25, 2019

- Thanks to Joan for her spry identification of another crash affecting some users! (Remember, the best way to get a bug fixed asap is to contact us and let us know! The automated crash reporting can only provide so many clues, and there are thousands of possible lighting and device setups. Thanks to all as we navigate the somewhat rocky iOS transition this year, and we all look forward to iOS 13.1 which will fix the improper double-height toolbars, among other things)

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3.3.1

September 20, 2019

- Minor fixes for Dark Mode, preset creation, and a crash that several users were experiencing when activating a preset (thanks Dan for reporting!)

3.3

September 14, 2019

- You have been asking for Dark Mode for years, and now with iOS 13, we've made all the optimizations to deliver a true Dark Mode! - Lightbow Store search results now show individual preset matches (as well as Collection names) - Updates to the user interface to match modern iOS design guidelines. - Various improvements and bug fixes.

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3.2.4

August 24, 2019

- Fixed an issue on Philips Hue bridge discovery related to their latest firmware change. - Added profiles for more bulbs from various vendors.

3.2.3

July 16, 2019

- Minor bug fixes and color profile updates

3.2.2

May 25, 2019

- Added a bunch of new color profiles for various bulbs and lighting fixtures that Lightbow users are adding to their setups. Thanks to everybody for writing in, since sometimes Lightbow can only make a guess at each bulb's color gamut, color temperature range, or model name. If you ever have a light in your lights list where the controls don't seem calibrated, let us know! - Added a new collection for in-app purchase called "high lights", which we think some of you will have a lot of fun with...

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3.2.1

March 9, 2019

~~~ New "Science Fiction" pack (10 Presets) available for in-app purchase ~~~ Beam me up, Lightbow! This collection features all the futuristic flashes, bleeps, and bloops needed for at-home time travel, alien landscape exploration, dystopian atmosphere creation, and more! With nods to sci-fi classics and new creations alike, this pack is sure to blast your lightbulbs into the future.

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3.2

March 5, 2019

With the growing number of collections in the Browse tab, some users are reporting it's difficult to quickly get to the one they want. We have two improvements on that front: - Added a search field to the Browse tab, so you can (for example) type "su" to jump straight to the "Superhero Supplies" collection instead of scrolling through the whole list. You can also easily switch between the list of collections you already own and those you haven't purchased. Preset name and keyword search coming soon! - After purchasing a collection, the buy button on that page turns into an "ADD +" button, which will add it to the Presets tab (your main list). Previously this would add all the presets individually, but now things are much less cluttered. (Don't worry—you can still add individual purchased presets using the same "+" button in that collection next to the preset name, but some people wanted quick access to whole purchased collections.) Do you have a Nanoleaf Aurora or some of those cool new Nanoleaf Canvas tiles? Lightbow is rolling out beta support for Nanoleaf as we work with them to finalize their public API. With this version, you can control and animate whole-device color changes right alongside your other Philips and LIFX hardware. Looking for more beta testers to explore richer animated experiences taking advantage of individual tiles. Contact us via "Submit Feedback" on the Settings tab if you're interested in testing.

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3.1.3

January 9, 2019

- Added a few more color profiles for new bulbs that users reported. Thanks everyone! - Fixed a bug where the Newsfeed would sometimes display some days out of order. - Subtle UI improvements like dragging down on a collection/newsfeed card to dismiss it. - Fixed an issue where some users couldn't play a preset from a purchase, triggered while the iPhone was locked.

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Lightbow In-App Purchases History

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Summer Fun (10 Presets)

Ever wish Summer could last all year?

$3.99

We Love Fall (10 Presets)

Presets so autumnal you can smell the cider.

$3.99

Emotions (10 Presets)

Feeling blue? A preset for every mood!

$3.99

FIREWORKS (11 Presets)

For every occasion worthy of celebration!

$3.99

S P A C E (11 Presets)

One giant leap for your light bulbs!

$3.99

Christmas (16 Presets)

Turn your house into a winter wonderland.

$3.99

Halloween (12 Presets)

BE VERY AFRAID. These presets are SCARY good.

$3.99

Winter Warmth (10 Presets)

Curl up by the fireside or brave the blizzard

$3.99

Love is Everywhere 11 Presets

Make the time to love yourself and others.

Lightbow Subscription Plans

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Unlock everything Lightbow has to offer!

$24.991 Year

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Description of Lightbow

Imagine the App Store or Music Store, but for LIGHT. After six years and 100+ updates, Lightbow continues to provide the highest quality & quantity of stunning light shows, plus the most powerful editor to create your own! Enjoy hundreds of lighting and sound environments at your fingertips... (Full Editor included with your purchase, dozens of designer collections other than "Starter Pack" available as in-app purchases) Take full advantage of Philips hue, LIFX, Nanoleaf, & Belkin WeMo*, or control them all at once with presets, animations, groups, triggers, transitions, and more! From theater productions, to mood lighting in a restaurant, to everyday home living, Lightbow has something for everybody! * Lightbow is an independent 3rd party app, and not affiliated with the companies that make Philips hue, LIFX, WeMo, or Nanoleaf * ** Buy Lightbow for iPhone or iPad, then download on your Apple TV for free (or vice versa). See Lightbow's description on the Apple TV App Store for more details on current functionality. Check www.lightbow.net/hardware to see which features are supported in your specific setup. ** Presets - Combine custom multi-step animation loops, static colors, or ON/OFF/Brightness commands for any sets of lights or groups. Activate them all with a single tap. - Light animations even run in the background (when you close the app, or hit the sleep button) - Share presets with others in your household on your local WiFi network—no emails or passwords necessary! - Give each preset a transition, such as crossfade, flashbulb, or fading through a specific color. - Randomization ranges offer interesting variations on colors each time you activate a preset. - Organize your Presets into Collections for greater flexibility and scalability. Triggers - Activate any preset with Siri, countdown timers, alarms, events like opening/closing Lightbow, or even a shake of your phone. - For hue tap owners, choose the colors and fade time that each button will trigger on your Philips lights. Groups - Put your Philips or LIFX hardware into groups to control sets of lights together. - Group lights by room, function, or anything else. Lights can be in multiple groups! - Set a color on different models of lighting hardware, and Lightbow will automatically calibrate that color to match up where possible. Light Control - From one simple screen, you can rename, reorder, and switch on or off any of your lights. - Set the mood of a room with control over the hue, saturation, brightness, and color temperature of each bulb. - Use your Belkin WeMo Outlet, LightSwitch, or Insight hardware to turn any electrical device on or off, not just lights! - Enjoy your LIFX bulbs using the same familiar interface. Lightbow will continue to add support for new lighting hardware as it is released. ALL ACCESS You have the option to purchase "ALL ACCESS" from the "Featured" tab within the app, a $24.99(USD) annual subscription unlocking the entire back-catalog of 100+ animated presets, plus new additions each month! This represents significant cost savings over individual purchases. Check store for pricing in other currencies. App Store subscriptions are subject to the following terms and conditions: -Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase -Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period -Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal -Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase -No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period -Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that item Privacy Policy: http://www.lightbow.net/privacy Terms of Service: http://www.lightbow.net/tos
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Lightbow: FAQ

Can Lightbow be used on iPad devices?

Yes, Lightbow offers an iPad version.

Who is behind the development of the Lightbow app?

The Lightbow app was made by Peter Rapp.

What minimum version of iOS does Lightbow need?

The app needs iOS 10.3 or later to function properly.

What do users think of the Lightbow app?

Lightbow has an impressive rating of 4.2 out of 5, indicating that it is a top-quality app.

What category is the Lightbow app?

The App Genre Of The Lightbow App Is Lifestyle.

Which version of the Lightbow app is the latest one?

The newest version of Lightbow is 3.3.3.

When was the last update for Lightbow released?

The latest Lightbow app update was released on September 29, 2024.

When was Lightbow introduced to the market?

Lightbow was first made available on February 5, 2023.

What age group is Lightbow suitable for?

Safe for kids, with no inappropriate or mature content.

What are the languages available on Lightbow?

Lightbow is now available to use in American English, Danish, Dutch and 15 more.

Does Apple Arcade support Lightbow among its available titles?

Unfortunately, Lightbow is not on Apple Arcade.

Are there opportunities for in-app purchases in Lightbow?

Indeed, Lightbow provides opportunities for in-app purchases.

Is Lightbow fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro?

Unfortunately, Lightbow is not fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro.

Does Lightbow display any ads?

No, Lightbow does not display any ads.

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  • I want to love it

    Many of the pre built effects are charming, others are awfully garish but we all have our own tastes.

    I can’t tell if this is because I don’t have some of the information I need, or if they have intentionally disabled it, but I cannot figure out how to reliably open up presets to edit them. Especially those that were pre-built. For instance, I want to build a preset based off of one that they already built, and I cannot seem to find a way to open it to start making changes to a duplicate. Essentially, they have a lovely sea preset that I would like to shift colors in to see if I could create some thing like a forest, but so far I have not been successful.
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  • IMMEDIATE REGRET

    I expected animations/video on the TV but this is actually worse than some of the ios apps where at least you can turn off the tv to enjoy the lights. Instead you get an ugly static image and mediocre lights show. There are free apps for your phone that are much better. This is a total rip off for 5 bucks
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  • Does not work with Nanoleaf as advertised

    App description says you can control Nanoleaf lights, and you can’t.