I’m not really familiar with the Android world, but I could imagine that something like this has existed there for some time. With iOS 18, Apple has expanded Dark Mode and now also offers darkening on the home screen. To be more precise, app icons can be darkened. However, this still requires the help of the app developers in some cases, including Philips Hue.
On 3 October, Philips Hue released another update to its official application in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Version 5.27 is particularly interesting for owners of a current iPhone and iPad, as it integrates a new augmented reality function. This allows you to try out numerous Philips Hue products virtually within your own four walls.
Without a major app update, Philips Hue activated a long-awaited function on the server side on Monday. You can now find the “Do not disturb my scene” function previously known from Hue Labs directly in the Hue app. It can be used with the Philips Hue motion detector, with the Outdoor Sensor and also with the motion detection of the Hue Secure cameras.
Anyone who has more than one bridge in their home knows the problem. Controlling the lighting in the Hue app is simply no fun, especially if you always have to switch back and forth between two or more bridges. The first multi-bridge support will be released this year, which is currently still in beta testing.
Before I take a look at what Philips Hue has to offer at IFA this evening, let’s take a quick look at the latest update to the Philips Hue app. It primarily brings further improvements for the Hue Secure system. “You’ll now only receive one push notification per video clip – even if there are multiple objects (e.g.,
I already mentioned that Philips Hue will be focusing heavily on software development this autumn. This will probably include the introduction of four new effects that will allow your smart lamps to light up even more dynamically. Unfortunately, I can’t tell you exactly when the four new effects will be introduced.
After a steady stream of small new functions in recent weeks, such as starting automations via switches, an integrated search for rooms, zones and light sources, or automatic alarms for the Hue Secure System, today’s update for the Philips Hue app leaves us empty-handed. For the sake of completeness, however, I would like to mention the update to version 5.24 of the Philips Hue app.
Today Philips Hue has released another update for its official app, version 5.23 is now available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. And as I’m still on holiday, I’ll keep it short and sweet today. Here’s an overview of the new functions: You can now start and stop the Go to sleep automation from your Hue Dimmer switches and Smart buttons.
With the latest update to version 5.21, Philips Hue has not only introduced some scenes, but also new functions. I have already explained how you can start sleep automation at the touch of a button. Another new feature is the option to hide rooms and zones on the start page.
Yesterday I already drew your attention to the latest update of the Philips Hue app. Version 5.21 brings some new features, including the ability to start sleep automation at the touch of a button on a Hue switch. But how exactly does this work and what do you need to bear in mind?
Fabian