Advice Can I get smart light switches to control standard downlights? And can I control via phone?

[magicalbeef]

Just interested guys had them a while but they are not smart lights. Is there anything I can do the get the results I want?

 

[gadgethome]

Just interested guys had them a while but they are not smart lights. Is there anything I can do the get the results I want?

SwitchBot ?

 

[copex]

yes, but you knead to be happy to change a light switch, most uk light circuits only switch the live so you have to buy a switch that dose not require a neutral to work, you may require a spacer or even replacing the back box.

newer lighting circuits have live and neutral at the switch but you would have to check alternatively you could use a wifi switch and leave the light switch on for example SONOFF DUAL: WiFi Smart Switch to control 2 devices | SONOFF Official

google "smart light switch no neutral uk"

i used Mi|Home Smart Single Light Switch (Chrome)

disclaimer you should consult a qualified electrician befor working on any electrics

 

[magicalbeef]

Sorry I never responded.to.this guys, this went on the back burner when covid hit. Basically I have 9 standard downlights in my front room, 3 on one switch 6 on the other. The bulbs dim and change colour with a little ir remote. Basically I want to do away with the remotes, but still be able to dim / change colour / turn individual lights on / off via an app on my phone. Is this even possible? And what would be the cheapest options with the functionality we need

Thanks in advance guys

 

[Tamarc]

Can you not just get something like these, control with your phone via bluetooth
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09Y1WP...&colid=JOD5HU0PJJAN&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1
obv checking the diameters of your holes are suitable.

 

[magicalbeef]

Looks like your onto a winner here bro can they just go into my standard fittings? Do I need anything extra or is the WiFi in the bulb and powered by the electric in the light?

 

[spud1966]

Built in bluetooth just use the app to control them , check the size of the hole you already have on the fited ones as they are 2 different sizes you can get