Like some of Govees other monitor orTV-mounted strips, the G1 isnt necessarily a smooth install.
If everything isnt spaced perfectly and if your monitor isnt a flat-backed configuration, you may run into trouble.
Which is an aesthetically pleasing splash of color against my wall.
I was working with a 27-inch monitor and had the 27 to 34-inch kit.
Theres also a 24 to 26-inch option, which Im wondering if that would have fit a little better.
On a 34-inch monitor, Im sure this strip rounds the corner neatly.
On my 27-inch, though, it wound up being bunched.
Thankfully the included tabs helped keep the wire from sticking out.
The strip also comes attached to a clunky remote, which definitely could have been shrunken a bit.
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At full brightness, the G1 did a wonderful job of adding an appealing glow to my desktop.
A sharp cold white brightened up the space around my desk nicely but remained gentle on my eyes.
This is done via the Govee app (available onAppleandAndroid).
After a mildly difficult installation, Govee’s Gaming Light Strip G1 offered a dynamic, customizable, and vivid colorful display. The strip complements any gaming setup, especially Govee’s line of compatible lighting, and is easy to control via the dedicated app.
The Govee app may be the most powerful aspect of any Govee setup.
DreamView puts all the pieces together, creating uniformity to accompany gaming sessions.
Best of all, you dont need to manage anything through a secondary app.
After a mildly difficult installation, Govee’s Gaming Light Strip G1 offered a dynamic, customizable, and vivid colorful display. The strip complements any gaming setup, especially Govee’s line of compatible lighting, and is easy to control via the dedicated app.
For even more integration, the G1 strip can be controlled by Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Should You Buy the Govee Gaming Light Strip G1?
On its own, theGovee Gaming Light Strip G1may appear to be just another light strip.
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Yes, it will produce vivid colors and there are plenty of scenes to choose from.
DreamView and other DIY tools put you in complete control of your lighting display.
you might even choose a color scheme and individually change the color of 18 segmented strips on the G1.
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If youre already knee-deep in Govee products, the G1 is a must-have.
This may appeal to some, especially if you dont want to have another app to worry about.
When it comes to its primary purpose, the G1 excels.
It has Govees signature quality lighting with no flickering even when powered on for an extended period.
