Flippin' 'eck, mate......! When I first spotted in their shop that Olight had done an LED strip I thought, "What the actual F...?" - OK, here we go again, Olight take yet another cheap piece of junk, slap their branding on it and there we go... oh, and it has to be controlled through a phone too, so even less impressed. Now, I have some of the Amazon-typical RGB LED accent lighting kits in my home already, and I have a high-end gaming PC with the very capable Aquasuite controlling my RGB in that, so I'm already pretty well-off as far as all the myriad disco lighting and unicorn puke options go for stuff..... But I have to say that, after watching your video and seeing the immense range of options and customisations, Olight have actually scored a major victory with this thing - It's bloody brilliant!!!
Now I don't need to buy it, just replay your vid on my screen (erm never). I didn't notice that it simulated a real coal fire which is probably the best light ever since the stone age but maybe I'm just an old and cold luddite. I'm sure somebody will cover their whole house with these like Las Vegas.
What is particularly impressive about this device is the use of an app installed on the phone to control the LED strip's glow modes. I wonder if there are flashlights with this method of controlling the modes? It is much more convenient to control the operating modes via an app than, for example, to use multiple presses of a button on the flashlight. Almost every flashlight has a USB port. What prevents flashlight manufacturers from using the USB port not only for transmitting electricity, but also for transmitting data? The same applies to using sound to control the modes or indicate the status of the flashlight. It makes no sense for a headlamp to notify about the battery level with a light indicator, while a sound signal would be appropriate. Or, for example, it would be easier to find a flashlight in the dark if it could turn on when exposed to a certain sound, say, clapping your hands or whistling. All this is possible to implement with the current level of technology.
The thing is that good quality flashlights are not equipped with a sufficiently intelligent mode control system. There are many interesting features that are not required by all users, but can be useful in certain situations. For example, such parameters as brightness in the lock mode when pressing the button. Usually it is low. And there is no way to adjust this parameter, although this would give the flashlight a very useful property. Or operating modes associated with real-time timers, such as turning on at a certain time, a sequence of flashes, and the like. It is possible to list such features for a very long time, but all of them are implemented through software in the best way. It is also worth considering that flashlight lovers will be happy to update firmware, use custom options, as happens with other electronic devices. People sometimes customize their device more often than they actually use it. It is strange that flashlight manufacturers have not caught this trend.
Really cool light strip! Just got mine yesterday! I have noticed though that any diy scenes I've tried to make only light up at about 10% brightness 😕 Even with brightness obv set to max it's still really dim! Have you noticed this yourself or did I get a bogey? 😂
It’s really Low Tech compared to Philips Hue, LifX and even Govee which my house is full of But for people who are new to this type of light then it’s probably a good way to start and the price is pretty cheap too 👍🏻
I have my Olight strip connected but can’t get it to connect to my phone I have the app and click the plus to find it but nothing pops up , what else should I try ?
If you have to depend on the app and the phones microphone that means your phone is out of action and always on for any of the sound dependant patterns. Goveee RGBIC strips use their own microphones built into the controller which is infinitely more convenient.
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Those led lights are simply stunning! ALL the customization you can do is astonishing 💯
Not normally a fan of RGB lighting on my tech, but I have to concede that this looks like a great piece of kit. Not surprised your sons love it!
@@CharlieBramald can't go wrong for a tenner!!
Mesmerizing! Like little 👽s dancing about. Loved the setting that was slowly building itself around the door.
@@wendybramald919 can't believe how cheap it is.
The best video on the ostrip 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@hadnanehousni4034 Thanks. It was supposed to be a 2 min vid, but I got carried away.
Just mounted it on the back of my tv..love it…the sports team was a good idea!! Go Bills!
Flippin' 'eck, mate......!
When I first spotted in their shop that Olight had done an LED strip I thought, "What the actual F...?" - OK, here we go again, Olight take yet another cheap piece of junk, slap their branding on it and there we go... oh, and it has to be controlled through a phone too, so even less impressed.
Now, I have some of the Amazon-typical RGB LED accent lighting kits in my home already, and I have a high-end gaming PC with the very capable Aquasuite controlling my RGB in that, so I'm already pretty well-off as far as all the myriad disco lighting and unicorn puke options go for stuff..... But I have to say that, after watching your video and seeing the immense range of options and customisations, Olight have actually scored a major victory with this thing - It's bloody brilliant!!!
@Sarrienne cheap enough, too, at $10
Good review...and thoughtful comments along switching modes!
Much appreciated!
does it work well with the app? i have 2 spheres and they are constantly forgotten or unable to be found by the app
@CaptinWesker0713 It's doing ok, just low max brightness on DIY mode still, which is frustrating.
Reminds me of that Idols song, "I'm just sitting here looking a the pretty colours".
Now I don't need to buy it, just replay your vid on my screen (erm never). I didn't notice that it simulated a real coal fire which is probably the best light ever since the stone age but maybe I'm just an old and cold luddite. I'm sure somebody will cover their whole house with these like Las Vegas.
I'm sure some people are to old and boring to do anything with there house, like the Munsters 😂
@@martymcfly6223 Wow that's so hilarious. Definitely the right product for you.
YOUR THE BEST VIDEO ON OSTRIP LIGHTS AND FASHLIGHTS PERIOD
I appreciate that, thank you 🍻
What is particularly impressive about this device is the use of an app installed on the phone to control the LED strip's glow modes. I wonder if there are flashlights with this method of controlling the modes? It is much more convenient to control the operating modes via an app than, for example, to use multiple presses of a button on the flashlight. Almost every flashlight has a USB port. What prevents flashlight manufacturers from using the USB port not only for transmitting electricity, but also for transmitting data? The same applies to using sound to control the modes or indicate the status of the flashlight. It makes no sense for a headlamp to notify about the battery level with a light indicator, while a sound signal would be appropriate. Or, for example, it would be easier to find a flashlight in the dark if it could turn on when exposed to a certain sound, say, clapping your hands or whistling. All this is possible to implement with the current level of technology.
The WUBEN A1 came with a remote control, think I've seen cheap and nasty disco type flashlights lights that have an app.
The thing is that good quality flashlights are not equipped with a sufficiently intelligent mode control system. There are many interesting features that are not required by all users, but can be useful in certain situations. For example, such parameters as brightness in the lock mode when pressing the button. Usually it is low. And there is no way to adjust this parameter, although this would give the flashlight a very useful property. Or operating modes associated with real-time timers, such as turning on at a certain time, a sequence of flashes, and the like. It is possible to list such features for a very long time, but all of them are implemented through software in the best way. It is also worth considering that flashlight lovers will be happy to update firmware, use custom options, as happens with other electronic devices. People sometimes customize their device more often than they actually use it. It is strange that flashlight manufacturers have not caught this trend.
Really cool light strip! Just got mine yesterday! I have noticed though that any diy scenes I've tried to make only light up at about 10% brightness 😕 Even with brightness obv set to max it's still really dim! Have you noticed this yourself or did I get a bogey? 😂
@666Ledmaiden I noticed it, too. Very annoying.I think I mentioned it in review.
Hopefully, Olight will update the app.
@FLASHAHOLIC_TV yea hopefully, be handy if it just required a simple update to fix the issue! Cheers for the reply
How did the music settings do while clapping cheeks 😂
No magnetic charging base? 😋
@@owen1079 No triple tap for Turbo!
@FLASHAHOLIC_TV 🤣
2 for $20 I'm going to grab it just for fun.
15:09 just about going to comment that it sounded a bit dodgy lol.
Did you have just 1 strand of O strip lights or a couple connected?
@@FlashBro-r4w just 1, I don't think they link
@ nice! They are pretty bright and VERY customizable !
Can they be daisy chained? Thank You. 🔥❤️
@@charlesrobillard190 I don't believe so.
if i have 2 olight Ostrip , can i adjust both of them?
@thanajeawmalee8634 Yes. I have 2 in use. You can rename them in the app too. Ostrip room, Ostrim kitchen, etc.
Can it be shortened? 5m can be a lot of excess.
It’s really Low Tech compared to Philips Hue, LifX and even Govee which my house is full of
But for people who are new to this type of light then it’s probably a good way to start and the price is pretty cheap too 👍🏻
@stillgame126 This is my first app controlled strip. others were single colour cheapies. Hopefully, I'll get to review some more as it was fun.
I keep seeing the word Ostrich and not Ostrip. Maybe cause I'm tired idk
I have my Olight strip connected but can’t get it to connect to my phone I have the app and click the plus to find it but nothing pops up , what else should I try ?
Can more be connected together to tether longer lines?
I don't believe so
Neat!!!
👍🏻
If you have to depend on the app and the phones microphone that means your phone is out of action and always on for any of the sound dependant patterns. Goveee RGBIC strips use their own microphones built into the controller which is infinitely more convenient.
Only 3 modes use the fone mic, 6 use the Ostrip's mic
5:55 Gay pride... does that remind me of something?
Don’t let them hijack the rainbow.