Govee’s new colorful outdoor lights are its first with solar power

Source: The Verge

Govei Outdoor Solar String Lights Overview

Govee announced its first solar‑powered lights, the Outdoor Solar String Lights, featuring a 6 W solar panel with an integrated 4,800 mAh battery. The battery can be fully recharged with a single day of sunlight, or via USB‑C when the weather is overcast. The lights are available now through the company’s online store and Amazon for $99.99. Each set includes eight color‑changing bulbs on a 34‑foot cable.

Design and Build

• Waterproof rating: IP67 for both the bulbs and the solar panel, allowing year‑round outdoor use in rain or snow.
• Bulb brightness: Up to 50 lumens (maximum) or 10 lumens for extended battery life.

Lighting and Color Options

• Each LED bulb can emit warm white light or any of 281 trillion color combinations.
• The Govee app offers 100 preset scene modes and a music‑reactive mode that syncs colors to audio.

Battery Life and Charging

• On a full charge, the lights run for up to 13 hours at the reduced 10‑lumens brightness.
• Higher brightness (up to 50 lumens) will shorten runtime proportionally.
• Charging options: solar exposure (full day) or USB‑C.

Control via Mobile App

• Battery monitoring: View real‑time battery level.
• Scheduling: Set on/off times and brightness levels to optimize battery usage.
• Music sync: Enable dynamic color changes that react to ambient sound.