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September 2019
(81%)
47 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(89%)
102 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
81010047
The editors liked
Mostly well designed
With versatile installation options. Also nice looking
Even if they're supposed to stay out of the way
Attractive and bright lighting with surprisingly little lag when synced with music
Video
Or games
Easy to set up and get goin
Easy setup
Integrates with the comprehensive Philips Hue ecosystem
Attractive bias lighting for your TV
Syncs with your computer monitor
Nice power adapter design
Bright
Vivid lighting
Versatile and effective even when not being used as directed
The editors didn't like
No native TV or console support
Easily confused by multi-display setups
Requiring copious app restarts. Music syncing often fails
$130 (£120) for two lights and no bridge is a lot of money
Especially when something similar can be achieved with cheaper
Expensive
Requires $60 Hue Bridge
TV syncing is a cumbersome process
Initial update can take a while
Out-of-the-box mounting options are rather limited
No easy way program custom displays
Additional lighting effects are behind a $80 paywal
Philips Hue Play is one of the most interesting Hue products I've encountered. The Hue Lamp is fairly similar, but Hue Play design is more specific and tailored to be the perfect light projectors. Stick it at the back of the TV or monitor, use the stand...
The Philips Hue Play light bars are well designed and easy to mount in a variety of ways, making them a good fit for spots where bulbs aren't an option. You can connect three to a single power supply to help cut down on cord clutter around your surge prot
The Play lights don't feature built-in batteries or any other unique extra features. Despite a high price tag, the starter kit doesn't come with the mandatory Hue Bridge
These are some of the most appealing new Hue lights of the year, but they're too pricey to recommend just yet...
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Published: 2019-09-23, Author: Stuart , review by: pocket-lint.com
Works with any HDMI source, Supports all the bulbs in the Philips Hue range, Easy to control via dedicated app
Doesn't work with apps already on the TV
We've always loved the concept of the Philips Ambilight system, and this effectively takes that idea and allows you to use enjoy it on other sets like Samsung, LG, Sony, or Panasonic.From what we've seen in our brief demo so far, the experience is certain...
Abstract: TPV Technologies has launched the Ambilight Philips 65-inch smart TV in India. Powered by the Saphi operating system, this Ambilight Philips TV features a 4K panel and lights up on-screen colours on to the wall behind the TV thanks LED lights around the e...
Abstract: Note: This feature was first published on 6 May 2020.With the circuit breaker measures extended till 1 June, the pressure is on to find even more to occupy yourself within your home. And while some people already have a decent home office to work with, o...
Published: 2021-02-20, Author: Jose , review by: xataka.com
Abstract: Hace unos días Xataka Selección publicó una oferta a la que fue difícil resistirme: dos barras de luz Philips Hue Play y el Hue Bridge por 136,99 euros. En los últimos meses he estado mejorando la iluminación de mi despacho, donde trabajo y juego, con un...
Facile à installer et utiliser, Le logiciel Hue Sync, Réagit très bien aux couleurs affichées sur l'écran et l'audio, Une ambiance réussie, pour une bonne immersion
Le pont n'est pas fourni, il faut donc investir
Je ne vais pas tourner autour du pot: l'expérience m'a convaincue. Je ne m'attendais pas à un si bon rendu. La possibilité de choisir l'intensité et sélectionner à sa guise ses luminaires et leur emplacement offre un large spectre de possibilité. Je n'ir...
