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Philips Hue: Update Enhances Sensors with a Small New Feature Version 6.3.0 Now Available in the App Store

Version 6.3.0 Now Available in the App Store

Philips Hue continues to release updates every two weeks on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Version 6.3.0 of the official app for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices has been available since yesterday evening. A new option for sensors has been added, which I’d like to explain to you in more detail, of course.

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Hueblog App Gets a Makeover: Coming Soon in English Which features are most important to you?

Which features are most important to you?

Today, for a change, I’m not writing to you about a new Philips Hue product, but rather to share some information about the Hueblog app. Not much has happened with it in recent years, so now it’s time for a major update. The app still works wonderfully on iPhone and iPad—it just looks a bit dated.

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Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 4K Review Just One Port at Half the Price

Just One Port at Half the Price

The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box has been around for a few years now. Following the launch of the expensive 8K model—which costs a hefty 349.99 euros—and the discontinuation of its direct predecessor, I’ve already said: There’s something missing for beginners. And that’s exactly what Philips Hue is now delivering with the new Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 4K.

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Firmware Updates for Hue Lights and the New Sync Box Can Zigbee and Thread Now Be Used Simultaneously?

Can Zigbee and Thread Now Be Used Simultaneously?

Philips Hue continues to refine its software and is rolling out updates in two categories. Let’s start with a quick look at the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 4K. The new model is receiving a firmware update to version 3.5.2, which is intended to improve stability during long-term operation.

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Philips Hue Releases Updates for App and Bridge Version Numbering Significantly Simplified

Version Numbering Significantly Simplified

Philips Hue has once again released updates for its in-house app and for its control hubs. Updates are available for both the Hue Bridge Pro and the second-generation Hue Bridge. But let’s start with a quick look at the App Store. Version 6.2.0 has been available for download this week in both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.

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Philips Hue Play Screen Sync: Review of the TV Camera An Alternative to the Sync Box?

An Alternative to the Sync Box?

A few days ago, I took a detailed look at the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, designed to be mounted behind the TV. Today, we’re taking a look at the next new gadget the manufacturer launched in September. With the Philips Hue Play Screen Sync, there’s now also a camera that can be used to detect what’s on the screen and then control the lights accordingly.

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Review of the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro Who Should Consider the Upgrade?

Who Should Consider the Upgrade?

Earlier this month, Philips Hue unveiled two new light strips for TVs: the Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip (buy now), based on the Flux light strip, and the Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro (buy now), based on the OmniGlow light strip. I’ve already taken a look at the Pro version and tested it on my TV.

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iConnectHue is once again offering free Halloween scenes New Sync devices are also supported

New Sync devices are also supported

When it came to configuring switches and sensors, iConnectHue has always been my go-to choice in recent years. However, I must also say that the official Hue app is catching up more and more. Most recently, Philips Hue has made switch assignments a bit more flexible, and soon, Custom AI Behaviors will also allow for extensive configurations.

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Philips Hue Gradient Signe Pendulum Review The Floor Lamp Becomes a Hanging Lamp

The Floor Lamp Becomes a Hanging Lamp

Following the launch of the more affordable table and floor lamps from the Play series, Philips Hue introduced three new additions to the Signe family in early September. The table and floor lamps in this series have been with us for several years now. Joining the lineup are a light pole that leans against the wall, a ceiling light, and a hanging light.

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Philips Hue: Even More Flexible Switch Customization Update to Version 6.1.0

Update to Version 6.1.0

Philips Hue released another update for its official app yesterday. Version 6.1.0 is now available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. In addition to the usual improvements and bug fixes, this update focuses primarily on more flexible switch configuration. “All buttons on every switch now support the same set of actions.

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