# Lumos

> Use your phone's flashlight by casting a spell... Out loud!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ionicframework.lumos784229](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ionicframework.lumos784229)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ionicframework.lumos784229`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Latin Hogwarts
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 346,702
- **Rating:** 3.04 / 5 (2,243 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.1.2
- **Last updated:** 2017-03-06
- **First published:** 2015-03-25
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-31
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ionicframework.lumos784229)
- **Website:** [http://www.latinhogwarts.com](http://www.latinhogwarts.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://dalvallana.bitbucket.io/](https://dalvallana.bitbucket.io/)

## Description

Experience magic on your phone with Lumos, a Chrome extension that lets you control your device's flashlight using voice commands. Simply say "Lumos" out loud to turn the light on, and "Nox" to switch it off. Choose from five different iconic wands—Harry's, Hermione's, Ron's, Dumbledore's, or You-Know-Who's—to personalize your interface and feel like a true wizard.

Lumos uses voice recognition requiring an internet connection, but if you find yourself offline, a manual button ensures you can still control the light. This enchanting tool combines fun and functionality, reminding us that "happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light." Perfect for Harry Potter fans and anyone who wants a magical way to illuminate their surroundings.

## Rankings

- #114,786 — Overall

## Review summary

Users like the HP-inspired wand concept and the flashlight feature, with some reporting it works and enjoying using it for years. However, many reviews point to unreliable voice activation that often requires the app to be open and may fail, and overall stability issues including crashes and inconsistent functionality. Some also criticize the UX as not intuitive, with users sometimes forced to press a button to toggle the light. The app's appeal is clear for fans, but reliable voice control and robust performance are needed.

### Pros

- HP wand-themed design and spells concept
- Flashlight feature is usable and aligns with wand idea
- Positive sentiment and long-term use among fans

### Cons

- Unreliable voice activation that often requires the app to be open/foreground and may not work offline
- Stability issues like crashes/force closes and inconsistent functionality
- Not intuitive or dysfunctional user experience with inconsistent behavior (e.g., button vs voice)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ionicframework.lumos784229)