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Philips Hue Play Floor Lamp or Maybe the Hue Gradient Signe Instead? Different, Yet Somehow the Same

Different, Yet Somehow the Same

In June, Philips Hue launched several new products, including the new Hue Play floor lamp. Its design is clearly reminiscent of the Philips Hue Gradient Signe, which has been available for several years now. The price difference between the two floor lamps, however, is striking. I’d like to explain the differences to you—just as I did with the smaller table lamps.

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Philips Hue has raised prices on numerous products Up to 15 Euros more expensive

Up to 15 Euros more expensive

It feels like everything is getting more expensive right now; even Apple has recently implemented massive price hikes. And Philips Hue is once again turning the price screw. At least, that’s what I’ve observed in the German Philips Hue online store, and it appears other countries are affected as well.

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Philips Hue Addresses Faulty Firmware Update Fewer than 100 Hue Bridge Pro units affected

Fewer than 100 Hue Bridge Pro units affected

Throughout June, more and more reports began appearing online about Hue Bridge Pro units being rendered inoperable. Hueblog readers have now also confirmed that the Hue Bridge Pro could be completely disabled by a faulty firmware update. It stops working entirely; only a red status LED remains lit. Affected control hubs become completely inoperable and must be replaced.

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Firmware Update May Cause the Hue Bridge Pro to Stop Working LED Turns Red

LED Turns Red

I briefly mentioned this yesterday in my weekly recap on hueblog.de, and I’ve since received some feedback from you all. The latest firmware update for the Hue Bridge Pro appears to be causing significant problems for some users. In addition to the posts on Reddit, I’ve also received a handful of emails from you.

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Philips Hue 5.70: A Minor Update with No New Features Optimizations for the New Wall Switches

Optimizations for the New Wall Switches

On Thursday, Philips Hue released another update for its official app, as it does nearly every two weeks. There are no new features this time, but there are a few minor optimizations. First up are the new wired wall switch modules. These could already be paired with version 5.69, but now some translations and details have likely been further improved.

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Hue Bulbs Will Soon Connect Simultaneously via Thread and Zigbee Even More Options

Even More Options

Last fall, Philips Hue introduced the first bulbs capable of communicating via Thread in addition to Zigbee and Bluetooth. This enables direct pairing with a Matter border router. However, during the initial setup, users previously had to choose a communication method: either pairing with a Hue Bridge or connecting directly to a Matter system.

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Hue Play and Hue Gradient Signe Table Lamps: A Direct Comparison What are the differences?

What are the differences?

Philips Hue has launched a new table lamp, the Hue Play, which is available now. Inevitably, one has to compare this new release with the Hue Gradient Signe, which has been available for quite some time. How do the two products differ, and what are the pros and cons of each table lamp?

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A new Hue wall switch module, or maybe a Shelly instead? Turning a “dumb” light into a smart one

Turning a “dumb” light into a smart one

Philips Hue unveiled several new wall switch modules on Tuesday – unfortunately only in Europe. Three of them are designed to integrate “simple” ceiling lights—without smart connectivity—into the Hue system. But couldn’t you just use a Shelly instead? After all, they’ve been on the market for much longer and cost just under half as much.

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All of Philips Hue’s new products for June are available starting today Wall switch modules and new Play lights are the highlights

Wall switch modules and new Play lights are the highlights

Although an official press release is still pending, the new Philips Hue products are available starting today. They are already listed in the official Philips Hue online store. At this time, the add-to-cart buttons are not yet active, but that should change over the next few hours. Click here to go directly to the overview of all new products.

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Hue Sports Live: Which sport should be next? WiZ already supports Formula 1

WiZ already supports Formula 1

Last night, I ended up turning on Sports Live again. Our German team’s game was actually quite entertaining and, above all, full of goals—perfect for lighting effects in combination with Philips Hue lights. But what happens after the World Cup? So far, Sports Live has actually only been confirmed for the major tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.

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