# PLAYBULB

> Utilities

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id733644808](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id733644808)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id733644808`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** miPOW Ltd.
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 1.70 / 5 (25 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.5
- **Last updated:** 2015-01-29
- **First published:** 2014-01-16
- **Size:** 52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/playbulb/id733644808)
- **Website:** [http://www.mipow.com](http://www.mipow.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://support.mipow.com/hc/en-us](https://support.mipow.com/hc/en-us)

## Description

Music and light - convert your boring old light fitting to a Bluetooth Speaker AND control the light from your iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 or iPod (5th generation). Play your favourite music, podcast or video sound wherever you have a light fitting nearby - bedside light, table lamp, ceiling light, the choice is yours. With MIPOW's PLAYBULB™ just turn off the power, screw out the old light bulb, screw in PLAYBULB™ and control it like a normal light, on and off from the switch. OR control it from your iPhone 5 without having to reach for the switch. Turn it on and off, dim it, brighten it, stream your audio to it like any other Bluetooth® enabled device.

The associated PLAYBULB App currently runs on iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 and iPod 5th generation. Version 1.2 has basic light control and Mode functions, future releases will enhance these further.

## Rankings

- #343,386 — Overall

## Review summary

Users like the concept of a light that also plays music and the ease of initial pairing, plus solid dimming and light control when working. However, the major pain points are persistent app/connection issues: the app often won’t detect the bulb, and the music feature frequently fails after updates. Many users also report needing a second app to change colors and having to manage multiple Bluetooth devices, which adds complexity. Overall, the device shows promise, but reliability is repeatedly undermined by software problems and compatibility changes.

### Pros

- Easy pairing/setup
- Good sound quality when the speaker works
- Dimming and light control perform well
- Combines lighting and audio in one device, a strong concept when it functions
- Overall positive experience when the hardware and software are working together

### Cons

- App often fails to discover or recognize the bulb (connection issues)
- Music/speaker feature is unreliable or nonfunctional, especially after updates
- Color changes sometimes require using a second app and managing multiple Bluetooth devices
- Frequent software updates/firmware changes break compatibility or features
- Inconsistent performance where the light works but sound is absent or intermittent

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id733644808)