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Philips Hue: Numerous exciting new features in version 5.54 Improvements for MotionAware, Hue Secure and Multi-Bridge

Improvements for MotionAware, Hue Secure and Multi-Bridge

The new version of the Philips Hue app is already available in the Google Play Store and should be available in the Apple App Store shortly. Version 5.54 of Philips Hue brings some exciting new features, some of which can provide a whole new user experience. I’ve gathered all the details for you.

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Hue Flux: Ultra-bright light strip now partially available in Europe Up to 6,000 lumens

Up to 6,000 lumens

Philips Hue is really hitting the ground running this year when it comes to light strips. I’ve already introduced you to the new premium model, which will also be launched in Europe in November. The Hue OmniGlow leaves the competition standing and is already available in the US. However, the Hue Flux offers maximum brightness.

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Hue Secure: Currently no remote access to live view Error has now been fixed

Error has now been fixed

Philips Hue currently appears to be experiencing an issue with its Hue Secure cameras and the new Philips Hue Secure Video Doorbell. It seems that live video cannot be accessed via a mobile connection. This has been reported by numerous readers of the Hueblog. I can also confirm these issues. “For the past two days, I’ve had the problem that I can no longer access my cameras from ‘outside’ via my cell phone.

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Signify reports growth in smart products Hue and WiZ on the rise

Hue and WiZ on the rise

Last Friday, Signify, the manufacturer of Philips Hue, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2025. The key figures can be found in the official press release: Revenue fell by 8.4 percent, and profits also declined significantly. This was mainly due to the conventional business and OEM solutions, where sales fell by over 20 percent.

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Hue weekly: A bright light dawned on me My personal blog

My personal blog

With all the light strips that Philips Hue is launching this year, it’s easy to lose track. Not if you keep my little overview in mind, of course. After the Hue Flux and the Hue OmniGlow, the third candidate has now arrived for me to test. I’ve already had the opportunity to try out the Hue Flux Ultra Bright Lightstrip.

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Second firmware update released for the Hue Bridge Pro Startup problems fixed

Startup problems fixed

There is another new software update from Philips Hue. This time, the focus is on the Hue Bridge Pro, which is receiving its second firmware update in the second month after its launch. This time, the manufacturer is addressing network problems that could occur under certain conditions. “We have resolved an issue where in very rare cases the Bridge Pro did not start correctly, and the LEDs kept flashing white when the LAN IP address of the Bridge Pro was in the range 10.x.x.x/8

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Real extensions for the Hue Flux Lightstrip are coming in 2026 Up to 20 meters possible

Up to 20 meters possible

The Hue Flux Lightstrip is something like the new all-rounder from Philips Hue. My first impression was already very positive, and another version is set to be released soon in the form of the ultra-bright Hue Flux Lightstrip. However, I did ask myself one question during the presentation in September: What about extensions for the two new light strips?

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Hue Flux: Connectors and accessories are still pending For the new Lightstrip series

For the new Lightstrip series

The new Hue Flux Lightstrip has been available since mid-September and performed very well in my initial hands-on. The ultra-bright version of the Hue Flux Lightstrip is set to launch shortly. It has a maximum brightness of 6,000 lumens. It can produce almost 1,000 lumens per meter. No Philips Hue light strip has ever been this bright.

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Hue weekly: Why always Govee?! My personal blog

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Yesterday evening, I was browsing Reddit again and read a few posts in the Hue community. Among other things, I came across a post about poor quarterly figures, the new CEO, and the future of the consumer division. There, I read several comments like the following: We all buy Hue because we think it’s the most reliable product, but competitors like Govee have a much wider range of products.

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iConnectHue now with free Halloween animations iPad multitasking has also been improved

iPad multitasking has also been improved

There are only two weeks left until it gets really spooky again. Halloween is just around the corner, and the right lighting will make it even scarier. After the Halloween scenes have already been launched in the Philips Hue app, they are now also available in iConnectHue. iConnectHue not only offers scenes, but also an entire Halloween animation set.

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