Firefly Luciferin for Linux

Ambient lighting software

Overview

Firefly Luciferin is ambient lighting software for Linux and Windows that improves your screen experience by projecting colored lights behind your TV or monitor.

This lighting matches the colors on your screen, making movies, games, and shows more immersive.

The software works together with Glow Worm Luciferin firmware to create a complete bias lighting system designed for PC users.

This software is known for its top-level performance while using very little CPU and GPU power.

It includes advanced features like smooth color transitions and color correction, which help produce a high-quality lighting effect.

Firefly Luciferin supports both wireless and wired connections and can work with MQTT and Home Assistant, making it flexible for different setups.

It also supports multiple monitors and can run several instances at once, perfect for complex multi-screen setups.

The programmable firmware lets you change microcontroller settings easily, and updates for both the PC software and firmware are simple with one-click upgrades.

Currently, Firefly Luciferin only works on Linux and Windows platforms, but macOS support is planned for the future.

It needs to be paired with Glow Worm Luciferin firmware to operate fully.

If you choose to use the official PCB, some soldering skills may be required unless you design your own board.

For users looking for reliable and efficient ambient lighting software on Linux, Firefly Luciferin offers a safe and powerful solution backed by community support.

Pros

  • Offers best in class performance with ultra low CPU/GPU usage and smooth color transitions.
  • Supports wireless or cabled connections, MQTT, Home Assistant integration, and multi-monitor setups.
  • Provides frequent updates including PC software and firmware with one-click upgrades and programmable firmware.

Cons

  • Currently only supports Windows and Linux platforms; macOS support is not yet available.
  • Requires pairing with Glow Worm Luciferin firmware for full functionality.
  • May require soldering skills if opting for the official PCB instead of designing your own.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
GPL-3.0+
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/sblantipodi/firefly_luciferin/issues

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