After nearly a decade of waiting, Philips Hue has finally delivered what many smart lighting enthusiasts have been begging for – a bridge that can handle the demands of a modern smart home. The Hue Bridge Pro represents the first major hardware upgrade to the Hue ecosystem’s backbone since 2015, when the version 2 bridge…
Philips Hue launched the Play Wall Washer back in June and is apparently designed to replace the Play Lightbar. This is a multi-purpose ambient light, but it will likely be popular with those wanting to create ambient lighting effects for TVs, and this would be a perfect addition for the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync…
After years of user complaints and mounting frustration with capacity limitations, Philips has finally delivered the Bridge Pro. Available now for £79.99, this upgraded control hub addresses the most significant bottleneck in the Hue ecosystem whilst introducing several genuinely useful new capabilities. Related Content Pricing The Bridge Pro retails for £79.99, representing a £25 premium…
Philips Hue has announced a comprehensive update to its smart lighting portfolio, introducing the more accessible Essential range alongside significant expansions to its strip lighting and security offerings. The updates, released under the “Reimagine Your Home” campaign, aim to broaden the appeal of smart lighting while adding advanced features for existing users. I have written…
Signify has announced a new addition to the Philips Hue smart lighting range with the launch of the Play wall washer. This product aims to provide a more immersive home entertainment experience through wide-angle lighting and dynamic sync capabilities. Alongside this release, Philips Hue is expanding the rollout of its generative AI assistant, with the…
Signify, the parent company behind both Philips Hue and WiZ, has announced the global launch of the WiZ HDMI Sync Box with TV Backlight, alongside new Gradient Light Bars and a Gradient Floor Light. This new offering aims to bring dynamic, colour-matched lighting effects to home entertainment setups, providing an accessible route to immersive TV,…
Philips Hue has finally updated its popular Hue Play HDMI Sync Box with a new 8K model. As highlighted in my review of the original Philips Hue HDMI Sync Box, the main issue users had with this device was the older HDMI 2.0b ports which limited the available bandwidth and as a result it could…
Philips Hue recently launched a new range of lighting products, including new Lightguide bulbs, a new Solo Light strip, and brighter HU10 bulbs. The two most interesting products they announced were the new Philips Hue Twilight, which I recently reviewed, and the Datura Ceiling Light, which I am reviewing today. These two products are…
The Philips Hue Twilight is a new addition to the Philips Hue smart lighting ecosystem, designed to enhance sleep routines and provide a versatile lighting solution for the bedroom. At £250, it is a premium priced product but I have grown to love it the past couple of weeks I have used it. Related Reviews…
Philips Hue has launched a range of new products and app features designed to enhance home lighting experiences. Introduction of Philips Hue Twilight for Better Sleep Among the highlights is the Philips Hue Twilight, a new sleep and wake-up light designed to support users’ circadian rhythms. The Twilight light, available in both white and black,…
The Philips Hue Floodlight Camera was announced at IFA 2023 as part of the Philips Hue Secure launch, along with three other cameras. It joins a growing number of floodlight cameras on the market, but its integration with the Philips Hue ecosystem sets it apart. As I am heavily invested in Philips Hue, I have…
Signify, the company behind the popular Philips Hue smart lighting system, has announced a new partnership with Samsung SmartThings, a leading smart home platform. This collaboration aims to provide users with more seamless control over their Philips Hue smart lights through the SmartThings app and ecosystem. Related Content Expanded Philips Hue Functionality in SmartThings App…
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