LIFX Switch Backlight Control – Instant download!

$9.99

Seamlessly integrate your LIFX Switch into Home Assistant with this ready-to-use package. Includes a custom AppDaemon app, automation blueprint, and a full setup manual — everything you need for local-only, low-latency control without relying on the LIFX cloud.

LIFX Switch Backlight Control - Instant download!
LIFX Switch Backlight Control – Instant download!
$9.99

Take full control of your LIFX Switch background LEDs inside Home Assistant — without the headaches of cloud APIs or manual tinkering. This package gives you a complete, end-to-end solution for LAN-based integration, delivered as a ready-to-use bundle.

What’s Included

  • Step-by-step Setup Manual (PDF)
    A professionally written guide covering LIFX setup, AppDaemon configuration, blueprint usage, fixed IP assignment, and testing.
  • Custom AppDaemon Service (lifx_service.py)
    Listens for Home Assistant events and applies background LED color, brightness, and saturation directly over your LAN.
  • Pre-configured Home Assistant Blueprint
    Fire custom events and automate background LED changes with ease — no coding required.
  • Example Config Files
    apps.yaml and directory layout for quick drop-in installation.

Key Benefits

  • Local-only control → No reliance on LIFX cloud or API keys.
  • Low latency → Instant responses to Home Assistant automations.
  • Privacy-friendly → Stays on your home network.
  • Ready to use → Tested Python app and blueprint, plus a detailed manual.
  • Scalable → Works with multiple LIFX switches (just add MAC/IPs).

Requirements

  • Home Assistant with Supervisor access.
  • LIFX Switch (with latest firmware).
  • AppDaemon 4 add-on.
  • Samba Share add-on (for file access).
  • Router access to assign fixed IPs to switches.

✅ Instant download after purchase.
💡 Designed for makers, Home Assistant enthusiasts, and anyone who wants deeper control of their smart home without cloud lock-in.

 

This has been tested extensively (10+ installed switches) with the 2-Button version of the LIFX smart switch.