When comparing Lightpack vs Ambivision, the Slant community recommends Ambivision for most people. In the question“What is the best ambient light device for a TV or monitor?” Ambivision is ranked 1st while Lightpack is ranked 2nd.
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Pros
Pro Cross platform software
The provided software will run on Linux, Mac and Windows operating systems.
Pro Original product professionally managed and delivered via Kickstarter
Pro Can stack
Up to five lightpacks can be hooked up and coordinated to operate together under the provided software.
Pro Lightpack 2 funded on indiegogo
PC connection no longer required. Innovative 'pixels' added.
Pro Opensource
Lightpack is an opensoource project that has its PCB layouts under GPL license as well as disclosed all software and firmware code.
Pro Mobile app (not released yet)
There will be a mobile app that allows for remote control of the lightpack device.
Pro Very bright led strip
Pro Smartphone app to control the system
Easy Android and iOS app.
Pro Works with anything that you can display on tv
No problems with HDMI version, hdcp and the most important is that the AmbiVision works with Netflix
Pro Compatible with Philips hue
Pro Thanks to the fisheye lens you can place the camera close to the screen
Cons
Con Price
Link states product costs $89.99, it's almost triple that cost for a basic setup. Starts at $249.99.
False advertising for click-bait
Con ATI drivers have efficiency decrease
Users who use ATI graphics may see a larger toll on efficiency as there is a problem in the ATI drivers.