Philips Hue Floodlight Camera Review
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Philips Hue Floodlight Camera Review

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…

Philips Hue and Samsung SmartThings Announce Partnership to Enhance Smart Home Lighting Control
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Philips Hue and Samsung SmartThings Announce Partnership to Enhance Smart Home Lighting Control

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…

Philips Hue Dymera Dual Beam Wall Light Announced + Secure Floodlight Camera Availability
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Philips Hue Dymera Dual Beam Wall Light Announced + Secure Floodlight Camera Availability

Philips Hue, the smart lighting brand from Signify, has announced several new product launches that aim to provide more flexibility and integration for designing personalized lighting experiences in the home. The products include a unique new wall light with dual beam control, new connectors for the Philips Hue Perifo track lighting system to enable more…

Paulmann Zigbee Filament & GU10 Smart Bulbs Review – Philips Hue Compatible RGBW Smart Bulbs
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Paulmann Zigbee Filament & GU10 Smart Bulbs Review – Philips Hue Compatible RGBW Smart Bulbs

I have previously reviewed the excellent Paulmann Velora Zigbee Smart LED Panel, which is an excellent alternative to the Philips Hue light panels. More recently, I have been checking out the range of Paulmann Zigbee bulbs, which can be integrated into a Philips Hue system just as easily as a normal Hue bulb. I have…

The best smart lights for Christmas
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The best smart lights for Christmas

If you are looking for some last-minute gift or decoration ideas, then smart lighting is a fantastic way to brighten up your home with some festive colours. Over the past few years, I have reviewed some amazing products from Philips Hue, Wiz and Twinkly and each brand has some fantastic products that are ideal for…

Philips Hue Black Friday Deals: Light Up Your Home for Less
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Philips Hue Black Friday Deals: Light Up Your Home for Less

This Black Friday, Philips Hue is offering some incredible deals that promise to brighten up your home while being light on your wallet. Let’s dive into what’s on offer: Mix and Match: Save 30% For those looking to customize their lighting setup, Philips Hue has a fantastic deal. When you add any two or more…

Paulmann Velora Zigbee Smart LED Panel Review: Tunable White Dimmable 1100lm Panel that works with Philips Hue
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Paulmann Velora Zigbee Smart LED Panel Review: Tunable White Dimmable 1100lm Panel that works with Philips Hue

I recently gave a gushing review of the Philips Hue Surimu Rectangle Panel, which I felt is a superior solution to GU10 bulbs for a Philips Hue or any Zigbee-based smart lighting. The justification for my praise was that the Philips Hue Surimu is capable of 4,150 lm, making it the equivalent output of 12…

Philips Hue Confirms Matter Update Will Rollout in September 2023 + New Festavia String Lights & MR16 Smart Bulb
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Philips Hue Confirms Matter Update Will Rollout in September 2023 + New Festavia String Lights & MR16 Smart Bulb

At IFA 2023, the main launch from Philips Hue was the new Hue Secure range of cameras and a contact sensor. However, they also confirmed that they would finally start rolling out Matter via a software update to the Philips Hue Bridge, which will be available in September 2023. With the launch of this update,…

Philips Hue Secure announced including cameras, sensors, and app features to help secure your home
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Philips Hue Secure announced including cameras, sensors, and app features to help secure your home

Following on from yesterday’s post about the imminent launch of Philips Hue Secure, it has now been made official. This rollout includes the Philips Hue Secure cameras for home surveillance, alongside the Philips Hue Secure floodlight camera, capable of lighting up expansive spaces in any hue of your choosing. Also in the mix are the…

Philips Hue Secure Security System Expected to Launch at IFA 2023
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Philips Hue Secure Security System Expected to Launch at IFA 2023

Philips Hue is expected to announce their new security system, Hue Secure, at the start of IFA this week, with the announcement due on Thursday 31st of August. There have already been numerous leaks about the system, so we know roughly what to expect. It is also worth noting that Signify, who own Philips Hue,…

Exploring Compatible Third-Party Bulbs for Philips Hue: A Comprehensive Guide for UK Buyers

Exploring Compatible Third-Party Bulbs for Philips Hue: A Comprehensive Guide for UK Buyers

As a fervent admirer of Philips Hue, I’ve dedicated much of the past year to reviewing their products. Initially, I only purchased a couple of bulbs, doubting I would ever extend beyond that. However, due to my obsessive tendencies and propensity for impulsive spending, I’ve significantly broadened my Hue system throughout my home.  If you’re…

Philips Hue Surimu Rectangle Panel Review – A perfect alternative to expensive smart GU10 downlights  
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Philips Hue Surimu Rectangle Panel Review – A perfect alternative to expensive smart GU10 downlights  

Philips Hue recently extended its range of panel lights with new versions of the Aurelle and Surimu. These are some of the brightest lights Philips Hue offers, and they are perfect for living areas, hallways and bedrooms. I was sent the rectangular Surimu panel to review, which is 120cm long and 30cm wide and can…