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Philips Hue 5.46 comes without any real innovations New update available

New update available

Philips Hue has released another update for its app, version 5.46.0 is now available for download. The update is already available in the Apple App Store, but it is not yet visible in the Google Play Store. I think it will follow there in the coming days. In any case, there isn’t much to report, as Philips Hue doesn’t have any new features to offer this time around.

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Philips Hue is reportedly working on new light strips with COB technology No more visible LEDs

No more visible LEDs

For many years, we had to make do with the Philips Hue Lightstrip Plus. With 1,700 lumens, it was quite bright, but the spacing between the individual LEDs was really very large at six centimeters. It was not until the Philips Hue Ambiance Gradient Lightstrip that the spacing was significantly reduced, as can be seen in the following image.

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Philips Hue now around 10 percent more expensive in the US Impact of new tariffs

Impact of new tariffs

I don’t want to get too involved in politics, but I would still like to report on the impact this has had on Philips Hue users. As announced last week, prices for Philips Hue products in the US have risen as a result of tariffs. As of 1 July, it is now clear by how much: almost all Hue products in the US have become around 10 percent more expensive.

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iConnectHue gets new support for new smart button The migration wizard has also been improved

The migration wizard has also been improved

When it comes to configuring the Hue system, especially the settings for switches and motion detectors, iConnectHue remains my first choice. The app from German developer Stefan Göhler received another comprehensive update this week. Version 5.10 includes proper integration of the new Hue Smart Button, which can now be configured with all the options offered by iConnectHue.

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Philips Hue announces exclusive event on September 3 “Reimagine your home”

“Reimagine your home”

In recent years, Philips Hue has always unveiled new products at the International Radio Exhibition in Berlin—and this year seems to be no different. An invitation has just landed in my mailbox. Under the motto “Reimagine your home,” Philips Hue plans to introduce new products on the evening of September 3, which is Wednesday during IFA week.

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Alexa control now possible with multiple bridges Philips Hue delivers long-awaited feature

Philips Hue delivers long-awaited feature

Voice control of Philips Hue with Alexa has now become a whole lot easier, at least if you use more than one Hue Bridge in your household. After what felt like an eternity, Philips Hue has finally delivered a feature that many of us have been waiting for for years. “Now you can use Alexa to control multiple bridges in your home”, says the update description for version 5.45.1, which is now available for download in the Apple App Store and will soon be available in the Google Play Store.

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June update prepares Hue Bridge for new products Minor adjustments under the hood

Minor adjustments under the hood

Not a single month has passed this year without an update for the Philips Hue Bridge. Although it is already a good 10 years old, the control center is not yet ready for the scrap heap. Philips Hue is currently distributing software version 1972004020 with minor adjustments and improvements. The update primarily serves to adapt the Hue Bridge to the new devices.

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Philips Hue to raise prices in the US from July 1 In response to Trump tariffs

In response to Trump tariffs

There is bad news for the many Hue fans in the United States: from July 1, numerous Philips Hue products will become even more expensive than they already are. The manufacturer announced this in a marketing newsletter at the beginning of the month and has now officially confirmed it to the Hueblog.

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New logo: More Hue, less Philips "Hue is a Signify brand"

"Hue is a Signify brand"

Along with the launch of new products last week, Philips Hue has made a significant change. This is not something that is done lightly, but rather after careful consideration. Philips Hue has changed its logo. This is clearly visible when comparing the old and new packaging. On the right side of the image, you can see part of the packaging for the new Philips Hue Play Wall Washer, which was unveiled last week.

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Bathroom spotlights: Hue Adore and Xamento now also available in white Another small update

Another small update

I have already introduced you to the most important new releases of the summer, namely the new Wall Washer and the redesigned Smart Button. In addition to the removal of the dimmer switch from the Hue Aurelle ceiling light, there has been another small change to the Philips Hue range.

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