u/00yvvl

Hi everyone! I’m happy to share the release of WizZ Desktop 1.4.0, my open-source app for controlling WiZ lights from the desktop.

Compared with version 1.3.5, this release brings a redesigned native interface for Windows and Linux, plus a much more capable Quick Panel: you can move it, snap it to screen edges, and open it from the system tray.

Other new features include routines that can target individual lights or groups, improved controls for color and brightness, favorites, hotkeys, and better tray behavior. The release also includes packages for Windows and Linux (x64 and ARM64), with checksums for download verification.

The screenshots show virtual lights to demonstrate the multi-light features. I’ve also tested the app with my real WiZ bulb.

You can find the downloads and full changelog here:
https://github.com/yvvvl/WizzController/releases/tag/v1.4.0

I’m a student building this project independently, and I’d be very grateful for any support. Donations would help me keep improving the app and maintaining the quality of the project while I continue studying. There’s absolutely no pressure—trying the app, sharing feedback, or reporting bugs is already a big help.

GitHub Sponsors: https://github.com/sponsors/yvvvl

Thanks for checking it out! (now suport Linux, tested on Ubuntu.)

Hey everyone!

I'm back with another WizZ Desktop update! Thank you so much for the support and feedback on v1.2.0. It's been really motivating to see people actually using something I've been building in my free time.

One thing I wanted to improve was the update process. Having to download and extract a new ZIP every time wasn't ideal, so I've been working on fixing that.

What's new in v1.3.1:

• 🔄 Automatic updates: Future Windows updates can now be downloaded and installed directly from the app.
• 🧪 Stable & Beta channels: Choose which update channel you want to follow in Settings.
• 🔒 SHA-256 verification: Downloaded updates are checked before installation.
• 💾 Persistent settings: Your configuration and personal data are preserved between updates.
• 🛠️ Improved release process: Better automated builds and release packaging.

Important: You'll need to install v1.3.0 manually this time. After that, future updates can be handled from within the app.

WizZ Desktop still controls your WiZ lights locally over your LAN, without relying on cloud services for normal lighting commands.

I'm also continuing to work on the interface and overall desktop experience. There's more I'd like to build, but I'm taking things one release at a time.

Download v1.3.1:
https://github.com/yvvvl/WizzController/releases/tag/v1.3.1

I'm developing this project alongside my university studies, so every bug report, suggestion and GitHub star genuinely helps.

If you've tried the previous version, I'd love to hear how it's working for you and what you'd like to see next.

Thank you again for supporting this little project! ❤️

Hi everyone! I’ve released WizZ Desktop v1.2.0, a local desktop controller for WiZ lights.

What’s included:

• Windows stable release
• First Linux beta, validated on Ubuntu 22.04 GNOME/Wayland
• Local LAN control: power, brightness, RGB, white temperature and scenes
• Quick selection of one, multiple or all lights
• System tray, single-instance restore and persistent settings
• Linux installer without sudo: extract the archive and run ./install.sh

Linux global hotkeys are intentionally disabled in this beta until there is a safe, desktop-compatible implementation.

I’d especially appreciate feedback from people using WiZ lights on Linux, other Ubuntu-based distributions, or with multiple bulbs.

Download: https://github.com/yvvvl/WizzController/releases/tag/v1.2.0

(I made an auto updater btw, for next versions just go to settings and check updates :D)

Sorry for the delay, I've been dealing with personal matters and studies! Thank you for your patience, advice, and feedback.

Hi everyone!

WizZ Desktop v1.1.0 is now available 🚀

Thanks to everyone who checked out the project and gave feedback. This update focuses on improving the desktop experience and making the app more polished and easier to use.

## What's new in v1.1.0

🌎 Full localization

- Complete English and Spanish interface.

- Automatic system language detection.

- Manual language selector.

- UI updates instantly when switching languages.

⭐ Redesigned Favorites system

Favorites are now based on the actual light capability:

🌈 RGB favorites

- Use the Color Studio editor.

- Improved color handling and preview.

💡 White favorites

- Dedicated Kelvin temperature controls.

- Separate brightness control.

🎬 WiZ Scene favorites

- Scene selector instead of RGB controls.

- Better scene handling.

🔆 Brightness favorites

- Dedicated brightness editor.

This also fixes the previous issue where changing favorite types could leave incorrect controls visible.

## Windows improvements

- Improved portable Windows build.

- Better runtime packaging.

- Included third-party notices and licenses.

- More reliable distribution package.

## Technical

- 190 automated tests passing.

- Local LAN control.

- No cloud backend.

- Uses the WiZ local protocol.

- pywizlight attribution included.

## Download

GitHub Release:

https://github.com/yvvvl/WizzController/releases/latest

## Feedback

I would still love compatibility feedback from users with different WiZ models.

If something behaves differently:

- tell me your bulb model;

- describe the behavior;

- share logs if possible.

Thanks for testing WizZ Desktop! 🚀