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Philips Hue vs. Govee: Who has the better premium light strip? Hue OmniGlow vs. Strip Light Pro

Hue OmniGlow vs. Strip Light Pro

This discussion has already heated up tempers in the past: Philips Hue or Govee, which one is better? In my opinion, this is a difficult comparison to make, as the product portfolios of the two manufacturers alone differ massively. The technical basis used could not be more different either. Now I’m pitting two comparable products against each other in a direct duel: the new Hue OmniGlow Lightstrip and the Govee COB Strip Light Pro.

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Hands-on with the new Philips Hue Flux Lightstrip Comparison with the Lightstrip Plus

Comparison with the Lightstrip Plus

Philips Hue unveiled seven new light strips at the beginning of the month, the first of which is now available in Europe. You can already buy the Hue Flux Lightstrip in lengths of 3, 4, 5, and 10 meters, but the six-meter version is not yet available. Nevertheless, the light strip has gotten off to an early start; it was actually supposed to be released in October.

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Review of the new Philips Hue Festavia Globe The string of lights I've always wanted

The string of lights I've always wanted

When we moved into our small terraced house with a garden eight years ago, I naturally took care of the lighting in the garden right away. Calla, Lily, and Outdoor Lightstrip have always been part of it, and now Impress wall lights and the classic Hue Festavia string of lights are also on board.

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The new Philips Hue Smart Button in video Bigger, but also better?

Bigger, but also better?

The new Philips Hue Smart Button has been available for around a month. It offers exactly the same functions as its predecessor, but has a significantly different shape. The new Philips Hue Smart Button is bigger – but does that make it better? I explored this question in detail and created a short video, which you can now watch on YouTube.

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First impressions of the new Hue Smart Button Small switch becomes significantly bigger

Small switch becomes significantly bigger

In addition to the new Philips Hue Play Wallwasher, a new Philips Hue Smart Button was also released this week. Whether this is the second or third generation is debatable. One thing is clear: the new Hue Smart Button is significantly larger and more angular than its predecessor. I have gathered my first impressions for you and will be happy to answer any questions in the comments.

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Review of the new Philips Hue Play Wall Washer Hands-on with the new smart light

Hands-on with the new smart light

It had already been revealed, and now the time has finally come: the new Philips Hue Play Wall Washer is now available. I’ve already had the chance to try out the new mood lighting and have compiled my impressions in a short review for you. If you have any specific questions that aren’t answered in the following lines, feel free to write them in the comments.

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Philips Hue Tento: How to install the affordable ceiling panel These are my experiences

These are my experiences

Philips Hue introduced the new Tento series last year and all variants are now available in stores. However, sales have so far been limited to mainland Europe; the ceiling panel is not yet available in the UK or the USA. In Germany, Philips Hue is limiting sales of the Tento series to a few selected DIY stores, where prices have been very stable so far.

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Philips Hue Datura: Review of the new ceiling light With two separate light sources

With two separate light sources

After Aurelle and Surimu, Philips Hue presented two more LED panels for the ceiling in June: Hue Tento and Hue Datura. I already shared a few words with you yesterday about the affordable Tento series, which will be available soon. Today we want to take a detailed look at the Philips Hue Datura, which I have already been able to install in my home.

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Presented in detail: The new Philips Hue Slim recessed light New spotlight for the European market

New spotlight for the European market

In the past, when it came to recessed spotlights, Philips Hue required two things in particular: Money and a decent installation depth. Up to now, a cavity of 10 centimetres was required if you wanted to install spotlights directly into the ceiling. The new Philips Hue Slim recessed light changes all that – now all you need is money.

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Philips Hue Lightguide review: Now available in five shapes You didn't know these details yet

You didn't know these details yet

The Philips Hue Lightguide is not entirely new, it has been with us for around a year and a half. However, the new releases from Philips Hue in June include a total of four new shapes. The previously available Lightguide Ellipse is joined by Edison, Triangle and a large and small Globe.

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