Two options. Expensive phillips hue. And the affordable lytmi neo pro Answer from lunadanu on reddit.com
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/hometheater › looking for any suggestions on a cheaper alternative for an immersion led tv backlight.
r/hometheater on Reddit: Looking for any suggestions on a cheaper alternative for an immersion led TV backlight.
April 18, 2024 - Now, to be fair, I needed 2 smart bulbs for my bedroom, so I just bought 4 instead of 2 to do both rooms. ... I picked up the Nanoleaf 4D and installed it just yesterday. Sounds like it’s the same price as Govee’s product and it’s phenomenal.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/govee › is there an alternative without the camera?
r/Govee on Reddit: Is there an alternative without the camera?
January 31, 2023 -

Are there any alternatives that accomplish the same thing (adaptive LED backlighting), but use the HDMI signal instead of using the camera?

I came across one: https://www.philips-hue.com/en-us/p/hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-/046677555221#overview

But are there any others anyone knows about, maybe better in terms of price of course?

Edit: I realized since I have a smart TV and it won't always have HDMI signal in, I need a camera looking at the screen regardless. I'm going to buy a Govee T2 and bottom-mount it so it's less intrusive, and see how I like it. Alternatively I found a device called Ambivision but it's rather expensive coming from the UK

Thanks for the replies everyone

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Target
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"govee immersion alternative" : Target
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TechRadar
techradar.com › home › smart home › smart lights
The best Ambilight alternatives 2025: enhance your home theater experience | TechRadar
January 20, 2025 - We've picked out four of our favorites that are available right now, from the popular premium ones to more inexpensive solutions from the likes of Govee. Worried that the idea of dynamic lighting behind your TV sounds distracting? Don't be. All of these solutions allow you to adjust things accordingly so that the lights behind your setup can be as bright or as subtle as you like. In general use, they actually add to the atmosphere, especially when playing an immersive game or watching a spooky film.
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Notebookcheck
notebookcheck.net › Govee-Envisual-T2-The-camera-based-Philips-Ambilight-alternative-in-a-hands-on.681256.0.html
Govee Envisual T2: The camera-based Philips Ambilight alternative in a hands-on - NotebookCheck.net Reviews
January 15, 2023 - Without much effort, the Govee Envisual T2 can be used to upgrade just about any TV with Ambilight-like backlighting, which can provide more immersion and, of course, a style factor not to be scoffed at.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/govee › govee immersion light alternative
r/Govee on Reddit: Govee Immersion Light Alternative
September 22, 2020 - A while ago i posted about DIY ambilight setup I made. Many liked it but because of its complexity not everyone could do it. It was working quite…
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Geekyminded
geekyminded.com › home › hue vs nanoleaf vs govee: what is the best lighting for your gaming room?
Hue vs Nanoleaf vs Govee: What is The Best Lighting for Your Gaming Room? - geekyminded.com
November 3, 2024 - If you intend to use it as primarily white (normal) lighting, Philips Hue is also the best. Their white hues look like regular lighting and can be changed into different white hues.
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Overclockers UK
forums.overclockers.co.uk › audio visual › home cinema & hi-fi
Govee (or similar) responsive backlights as a replacement for ambilight? | Overclockers UK Forums
May 8, 2024 - My old TV recently gave up the ghost, which was a Philips model with Ambilight. After some wrangling I was offered either a Hisense 65U6KQTUK, or a partial refund for less than the Hisense model. After having a friend with the kit come over to calibrate the replacement, I'm actually pleasantly...
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Android Central
androidcentral.com › accessories › smart home
Govee Immersion TV backlight review: The best way to recreate the movie theater experience | Android Central
Govee Immersion TV backlight review: The best way to recreate the movie theater experience
There's really no reason even to consider this product over Govee Immersion for TV lighting, especially since they're the same cost, as it's simply inferior. An even more budget-friendly alternative is a Govee Wi-Fi LED strip, which comes in varying lengths for under $30. Govee Immersion TV backlight
Rating: 4.5 ​
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TikTok
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/govee › [govee immersion] any agreed upon 'best settings' for brightness and saturation?
r/Govee on Reddit: [Govee Immersion] Any agreed upon 'best settings' for brightness and saturation?
December 5, 2021 -

I see most posts recommend turning both of these settings way down but I'm not sure what looks best for my eyes (I'm still playing around with it) so what settings should I try?

If it matters I have a darker blue green wall backing the TV so I'm sure that will affect my settings compared to yours but I'm still curious.

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MakeUseOf
makeuseof.com › home › hardware › ambilight on a budget: govee's latest tv immersion backlight is its best yet
Ambilight on a Budget: Govee's Latest TV Immersion Backlight Is Its Best Yet
Govee Immersion RGBIC LED TV Backlight
The smartest DIY ambilight kit we've seen yet. The Govee Immersion Backlight is great bias light, but does so much more as well. The Govee Immersion goes beyond what a standard TV backlight can offer with various features and fun lighting modes.
Rating: 9/10 ​
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Govee
us.govee.com › blogs › tv-lighting › govee-tv-lights-review-comparison
Govee TV Backlight Review & Comparison [2025 Newest] | Govee US
June 12, 2025 - In this blog, we will compare all TV lights, including their key features, pros, and cons. After reading, you’ll find the best Govee TV backlight for yo...
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/govee › envisiual t2 vs backlight 3 lite.
r/Govee on Reddit: Envisiual T2 vs Backlight 3 Lite.
November 8, 2023 -

Can anyone shed some light on the main differences here, and if going from a T2 kit is an overall upgrade/downgrade or alternative option?

From whay I've seen spec wise, the 3 Features RGBIC+W vs no W on the t2, however it carries 30leds per vs 60 on the t2.

Additionally, the T2 sports a dual camera design while the 3 has a single fisheye lens.

So, does it make sense getting the 3 if I have the t2? And, since this is a 'lite' what are the odds of a 'pro' version launching?

Edit -
I'm staying will the T2 till a better version appears.

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Reddit
reddit.com › r/homekit › govee alternative?
r/HomeKit on Reddit: Govee alternative?
May 23, 2023 -

I love that Govee has so many smart items from the same company. But I’ve been wanting to make the switch from Echo to Homepod. Though unfortunately as much as I love Govee, it’s not entirely compatible. Is there another company that has a smart dehumidifier, smart air purifier, smart hydrometer/thermometer, smart heater, smart fan, AND smart lights while all being compatible with Homekit? I hate having a whole bunch of different apps to control things so I’d prefer if it’s just all one manufacturer.

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Reddit
reddit.com › r/gadgets › govee immersion tv backlight makes your big tv even more immersive.
r/gadgets on Reddit: Govee Immersion TV backlight makes your big tv even more immersive.
July 31, 2020 - But no Ambilight :( Really missing the added immersion... Now waiting for Govee lights version 3 hoping they improve upon current Iteration.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/bravia › is tv backlight like govee, phillips really give you immersion?
r/bravia on Reddit: Is tv backlight like Govee, Phillips really give you immersion?
November 3, 2023 -

Hi, My current tv is Sony X90L 65". Distance from my tv and sitting position is 7 feet. i already feel immersive with extraordinary x90l color and dolby sounds from my 5.1.4ch soundbar. i saw a lot of discussion on reddit about govee t2 led backlight or philips hue sync. i don't have any tv box, so govee is the only option. But my question is that color cahnging tv backlight really give you more immersive view and make your tv looks more bigger? i never seen one on naked eye. So guys share your experience. I already love my tv experience, i hesitate i may ruin it adding those lights. Thank you!

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My tv isn't wall mounted. so i cant see light effects that happening lower side of the tv.
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Stuff
stuff.tv › hot stuff › govee’s latest tv lights are the ambilight alternative i’ve been looking for
Govee TV lights are the Ambilight alternative I've been looking for | Stuff
November 13, 2023 - Whatever brand TV you have, the Govee TV Backlight 3 Lite upgrade kit can add reactive LED lighting with minimal fuss