There’s another new update for the Philips Hue app available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Version 5.68.0 is available for free download for all users. In addition to the usual bug fixes, there’s also a new feature. “You can now edit a scene directly while previewing it from the Scene Gallery”, according to the update description for iPhone and iPad.
Philips Hue hasn’t exactly been successful at keeping its new products under wraps this summer. Following the new lights from the Hue Play series and the improved E14 candle bulbs, new wall switch modules have now also appeared. There will be four new products in total, including, for the first time, switch actuators for the smart control of classic ceiling lights.
For comprehensive configuration of your entire Philips Hue setup, the paid iConnectHue app for iPhone and iPad continues to offer the most features. German developer Stefan Göhler has been hard at work again in recent weeks and has now added support for MotionAware zones in conjunction with the Hue Bridge Pro.
Yesterday I was a guest at Logitech in Munich. You’re probably wondering: What does this have to do with Philips Hue? Well, the two companies have launched a partnership. For some time now, you’ve been able to control Hue lights using the Logi Options+ software in conjunction with MX products. But that’s another story, which I’ll explain in more detail to you soon.
At first, I didn’t really notice it, but some readers were much more observant earlier this week. The Hue Play Floor Lamp I discovered looks strikingly similar to the WiZ Gradient Floor Lamp (header image), which has been available since last year. While the upcoming model from Philips Hue will likely cost €149.99, the regular price for the floor lamp from sister brand WiZ is just €89.99.
Yesterday I shared the first images of the new Philips Hue Play floor lamp and table lamp with you. Today we’re moving on to the next new product, even if it’s not quite as spectacular. For the sake of completeness, however, I don’t want to leave out the upcoming update to the E14 candle bulb (equipped with an E12 base in some countries).
In recent years, Philips Hue has consistently unveiled new products in June, and this year is likely to be no exception. The first new product has already seen the light of day—albeit not quite by intention. Even before the official announcement, I can provide you with the first details on the new Philips Hue Play table lamp and Philips Hue Play floor lamp.
Last fall, Philips and Sonos launched their partnership. It all began with the integration of Philips Hue into Sonos Voice Control. Using simple voice commands that are processed locally and don’t rely on the cloud, you can easily control the Hue lights in your home via Sonos speakers. So far, there’s been just one hurdle: even years after its launch, Sonos Voice Control is still available exclusively in English and French.
It’s time for a few updates again. The next version of the Philips Hue app, this time likely without any major new features, is expected to be released later this week. Updates for the Hue Bridge Pro and the standard Hue Bridge are already being rolled out. In addition, information is finally available regarding the update for numerous Hue lights.
On Wednesday, Philips Hue announced a brand-new feature that will be used for the first time during the upcoming World Cup. During each match, you’ll be able to make your Hue lights in the living room (or any other room in your home) light up in sync with the game. Today, I’d like to share a few more details about the new Hue Sports Live with you.
Fabian