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Philips

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First Look: Philips Hue Wellner lamp with Apple HomeKit [u]

Most of the time smartbulbs are sold solo, asking you to use an existing lamp base or buy your own. Philips being a major lighting vendor, they also have some "all-in-one" options, with one of the latest being the HomeKit-compatible Hue Wellner. [Updated with Philips clarification on dimmer switch]

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 6

Philips brings Hue outdoors with HomeKit-compatible Calla and Lily lights

Philips has extended its Hue lighting system to the great outdoors, launching new lights in the HomeKit-compatible smart light platform designed to be placed in the garden or on a balcony, that offer the same level of automation and control as their indoor counterparts.

Malcolm Owen 8 years ago 3

HomeKit-compatible Philips Hue Bridge updated to support Zigbee 3.0 smart light bulbs

Philips has issued new firmware for its HomeKit-compatible Hue lighting system, updating the Bridge to include support for Zigbee 3.0, allowing it to work with a wider array of connected lights, lamps, and similar devices produced by other companies.

Malcolm Owen 8 years ago 11
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How to customize Philips Hue Dimmer Switches to control any Apple HomeKit devices

A recent firmware update for the Philips Hue lighting lineup has given HomeKit compatibility to the company's affordable dimmer switches. That means you can now customize the switches to your liking, making them control a multitude of HomeKit accessories beyond Hue bulbs. AppleInsider shows you how to do it.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 8

Philips expands Hue's HomeKit support, Chamberlain ships new MyQ Smart Garage Hub

Philips on Tuesday updated the Hue iOS app and firmware with retroactive Apple HomeKit support for its Tap, Dimmer Switch, and Motion Sensor accessories. Chamberlain meanwhile upgraded its MyQ Smart Garage Hub, which supports HomeKit when paired with the MyQ Home Bridge.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 6

Philips adds new HomeKit-compatible Hue lights, puts more bulbs in Starter Kits

Philips on Thursday announced an upcoming collection of Hue lights compatible with Apple's HomeKit, as well as three bigger Starter Kit bundles.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 8

Philips widening HomeKit-compatible Hue lineup with E12 candle bulb, new table lamps

Philips has expanded the HomeKit-compatible Hue lighting line with a series of White Ambiance bulb size, plus two new table lamps.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 6

Philips expands iOS-connected Hue smart bulbs with chandelier E14 light socket sizes

More than 80 percent of light fittings found in common households are now supported by Philips Hue connected lighting, thanks to the launch of new E14 candle/chandelier-sized sockets, in both multi-color and white ambiance versions.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 19

Philips Hue app adds iPad support, 3D Touch widgets for iPhone

Philips on Tuesday pushed out an update for its Hue connected lightbulb and accessories controller app, adding iPad support and new home screen widgets for iPhone users running iOS 10.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 7

Philips adds Motion Sensor, upgraded smartbulbs to HomeKit-enabled Hue line

Philips has introduced several new products to its Apple HomeKit-capable Hue lighting system, most notably the Motion Sensor, which can be used to trigger different actions based not just on movement but the time of day.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 3

Philips jumps into iPhone-connected health gear with watch, scale & blood pressure monitors

Philips on Monday launched the Personal Health Program, actually a series of tracking accessories that pair with the company's HealthSuite app for iPhone and Android. [Updated]

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 8

Review: Philips Hue White Ambiance kit delivers bang for the buck in HomeKit lighting

Philips' latest entry into the Hue smartbulb line should strike a good balance between cost and features for most people, even if there are some rough edges the company could stand to polish.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 21

Philips releases Hue 'Gen 2' app with Routines, Rooms & other improvements

Philips on Thursday released a "Gen 2" Hue app for iOS, updating the tool for its HomeKit-enabled smartbulbs with new features like Routines, and extra options for controlling rooms and scenes.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 15

Google updates Maps for iOS with Travel Times widget, Philips teases new Hue control app

Google has updated the iOS version of Google Maps with several new features, including a new Notification Center widget for commuters, while Philips is hinting at an imminent update of its official control app for Hue smartbulbs.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 4

Philips reveals new Hue smartbulb with shades of white, plus iOS app 'routines'

Philips on Monday announced a new version of its HomeKit-compatible Hue smartbulb — offering multiple shades of white light — along with a future iOS app update, which will enable "routines" for the company's lighting.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Times Square & Philips Hue New Year's Eve apps will help you ring in 2016

iPhone users celebrating New Year's Eve by following the ball drop in New York City's Times Square have a few iOS apps to enhance their evening, including the event's official app, and a unique Philips-based app synced with the company's Hue lighting system.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 0

New Philips Hue Bridge brings support for Apple HomeKit, Siri voice control

Philips on Monday officially debuted its second-generation Hue Bridge which, through compatibility with Apple's HomeKit protocol and Siri, acts as a central control hub for connected devices like lights, door locks and more.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 35

Philips at work on Hue Bridge to connect Hue lights to Apple's HomeKit

Philips is preparing to launch a device called the Hue Bridge, apprarently designed to link current Hue products with Apple's HomeKit platform, according to a now-deleted store page from a Dutch lighting retailer.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 9
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