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Philips Hue FAQ

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    #1292
    jones
    Registered Users Posts: 3,029 ✭✭✭jones


    chrisoleary89 wrote: »
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/3-2-selected-Philips-Hue-bulbs/s?ie=UTF8&page=1&rh=n%3A14351378031%2Cp_36%3A225381031

    Seems like the 3 for 2 offer is still on :)

    It's not 3 for 2 its 30% off the second item you buy.
    Still decent but not as good as 3 for 2 :P


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    #1293
    Blazer
    Registered Users Posts: 17,428 ✭✭✭✭Blazer


    anyone get the hue lucca outdoor lights?
    Trying to see what the installation is like? Nothing on it really online.


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    #1294
    maxamillius
    Registered Users Posts: 1,135 ✭✭✭maxamillius


    Sooo, I got some hue lamps yesterday and am now hooked!

    The price of them is slightly annoying, I have been looking at some osram lamps instead.

    My question is, if I add them to the hue app is it possible to control all of them through something like Alexa?

    Cheers and sorry if this has been covered


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    #1295
    maxamillius
    Registered Users Posts: 1,135 ✭✭✭maxamillius


    Sooo, I got some hue lamps yesterday and am now hooked!

    The price of them is slightly annoying, I have been looking at some osram lamps instead.

    My question is, if I add them to the hue app is it possible to control all of them through something like Alexa?

    Cheers and sorry if this has been covered


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    #1296
    chrisoleary89
    Registered Users Posts: 22 ✭chrisoleary89


    Yes all hue lighting should be controllable through Alexa


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    #1297
    micks_address
    Registered Users Posts: 8,579 ✭✭✭micks_address


    Hi all,

    I ordered a hue lightstrip with the intention of placing behind our tv. Its an oled with very thin glass so I don't fancy sticking the light strip to the back of the screen. Anyone use one behind their tv? Its on a cantilever standmount so im thinking some sort of board with the lights stuck to it and attach that to the tv bracket.. I could just drape them over the bracket behind the tv but the light distribution would probably look daft


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    #1298
    CHealy
    Registered Users Posts: 1,800 ✭✭✭CHealy


    Following on from the previous users light strip post, do people with it successfully sync it to their TV's to match what is being shown? Iv only read up on it briefly but looks like you need a third party app for it to work, anyone have recommendations or experience with this?


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    #1299
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,259 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    CHealy wrote: »
    Following on from the previous users light strip post, do people with it successfully sync it to their TV's to match what is being shown? Iv only read up on it briefly but looks like you need a third party app for it to work, anyone have recommendations or experience with this?

    Not using a lightstrip per se, but you need to install the Hue Sync software on your PC [it's very very good,] then run a HDMI cable from PC to as a source to the TV to get the proper sync, as far as i'm aware it won't sync up with Live TV unless you've one of those ambilight TVs


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    #1300
    super_sweeney
    Registered Users Posts: 223 ✭✭super_sweeney


    Shlippery wrote: »
    CHealy wrote: »
    Following on from the previous users light strip post, do people with it successfully sync it to their TV's to match what is being shown? Iv only read up on it briefly but looks like you need a third party app for it to work, anyone have recommendations or experience with this?

    Not using a lightstrip per se, but you need to install the Hue Sync software on your PC [it's very very good,] then run a HDMI cable from PC to as a source to the TV to get the proper sync, as far as i'm aware it won't sync up with Live TV unless you've one of those ambilight TVs
    Yeah thats what i was wondering as well as i use it on my pc in another room as well and its amazing. What I was wondering is there anything way to get it to work with say an andriod box? or could you sync it through the steam lync and just use the lights in the other room.


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    #1301
    Mantis Toboggan
    Registered Users Posts: 17,867 ✭✭✭✭Mantis Toboggan


    Is there a guide somewhere which outlines the different fixtures and fittings?

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    #1302
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 15,111 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    Tyson Fury wrote: »
    Is there a guide somewhere which outlines the different fixtures and fittings?

    Probably the Hue site is your best bet

    Meet Hue


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    #1303
    RobbieTheRobber
    Registered Users Posts: 6,800 ✭✭✭RobbieTheRobber


    AndyBoBandy wrote: »
    Probably the Hue site is your best bet

    Meet Hue

    the philips.ie site also has the most of the range here https://www.philips.ie/c-m-li/hue


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    #1304
    Mantis Toboggan
    Registered Users Posts: 17,867 ✭✭✭✭Mantis Toboggan


    Apart from the lights what other products do people recommend? Ie, dimmer, motion sensor, light strip, hue go etc.

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    #1305
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 15,111 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    Tyson Fury wrote: »
    Apart from the lights what other products do people recommend? Ie, dimmer, motion sensor, light strip, hue go etc.

    All of them!!

    I have about 8 dimmer switches, and 4 sensors, and they are all excellent.


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    #1306
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,967 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    Tyson Fury wrote: »
    Apart from the lights what other products do people recommend? Ie, dimmer, motion sensor, light strip, hue go etc.

    I don't really use my Dimmers but have all the others and a Bloom.


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    #1307
    illdoit2morrow
    Registered Users Posts: 745 ✭✭✭illdoit2morrow


    Tyson Fury wrote: »
    Apart from the lights what other products do people recommend? Ie, dimmer, motion sensor, light strip, hue go etc.

    If you start putting hue lights in different rooms, the dimmer switches are a must to allow control of the lights in that room without having to use a phone/tablet.

    I was apprehensive of the motion sensors before i got them, i kinda thought it was just plain laziness, but now that i have them i think they are great. I use them in the hall, landing and the downstairs toilet. For me they suit those transient areas of the home.

    The light strips are an expensive investment, i have two, more of a nice to have. I would invest in more widespread colour lights before going for a light strip.

    They are rolling out more products these days indoor and outdoor, but i think i have my fill at this point.....unless someone posts something on the bargain alerts thread, then i'm all over it.

    It is worth keeping an eye out on the bargain alert thread, items are often reduced without notice, you might pick up something at a good price.


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    #1308
    NoeldeBournaix
    Registered Users Posts: 258 ✭✭NoeldeBournaix


    Some new Philips Hue products available for pre-order (Release date 18th October)

    Philips hue play colour wall entertainment lights. Can be attached to the back of the TV, or self standing. GBP 120 the pair.

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-Colour-Entertainment-Light-Double/dp/B07FYDGD7R/ref=sr_1_4?s=lighting&ie=UTF8&qid=1535567905&sr=1-4&keywords=philips+hue+play

    Look good.


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    #1309
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 22,631 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    NoeldeBournaix wrote: »
    Some new Philips Hue products available for pre-order (Release date 18th October)

    Poor Andy and his credit card..... :P


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    #1310
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 15,111 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    bk wrote: »
    Poor Andy and his credit card..... :P

    Nah, I'm done!! I'm all Hue'd out!!

    I have a new 'hobby' to dump all my money into!!


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    #1311
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 22,631 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    AndyBoBandy wrote: »
    Nah, I'm done!! I'm all Hue'd out!!

    I have a new 'hobby' to dump all my money into!!

    Yikes! I'm sure you could put some Hue lights on the boat :D


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    #1312
    OU812
    Registered Users Posts: 6,046 ✭✭✭OU812


    Eve systems announce lightstrip, power strip & wall switches HomeKit compatible

    https://www.macrumors.com/2018/08/30/eve-announces-new-light-strip-power-strip/


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    #1313
    maxamillius
    Registered Users Posts: 1,135 ✭✭✭maxamillius


    Curious to know what people use to operate there lamps, say for instance during the evening you go into the bedroom sporadically, what do you use to switch the light on?

    I have routines setup for living room etc but it’s the adhoc times that you walk into a room I’m wondering about?

    Also quick question re the motion sensor, I assume this can be set so that it does not activate the light during daytime?

    Cheers


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    #1314
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,967 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    maxamillius wrote: »
    Curious to know what people use to operate there lamps, say for instance during the evening you go into the bedroom sporadically, what do you use to switch the light on?

    I have routines setup for living room etc but it’s the adhoc times that you walk into a room I’m wondering about?

    Also quick question re the motion sensor, I assume this can be set so that it does not activate the light during daytime?

    Cheers

    Motion sensor in the kitchen and bathroom. Alexa in the sitting room and bedroom.


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    #1315
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 15,111 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    maxamillius wrote: »
    Curious to know what people use to operate there lamps, say for instance during the evening you go into the bedroom sporadically, what do you use to switch the light on?

    I have routines setup for living room etc but it’s the adhoc times that you walk into a room I’m wondering about?

    Motion sensors in the 2 bathrooms, kitchen & my office,

    Everywhere else is on timers, but for ad hoc control there is also dimmer switches in most rooms.


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    #1316
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 15,111 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    maxamillius wrote: »
    Also quick question re the motion sensor, I assume this can be set so that it does not activate the light during daytime?

    You can set the light level at what point the motion sensor starts working


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    #1317
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 22,631 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    I just use the dimmer switches for the bedrooms. So pretty much same as a light switch.

    Motion Sensors for hall, bathrooms and study/utility room. Sunset timer for living room.


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    #1318
    Davy
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    Tyson Fury wrote: »
    Lads I bought the starter kit but it arrived with a two prong plug.... Is that normal?


    From memory the hue comes with 3 adapters, and you slide on the correct one needed for region?


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    #1319
    Mantis Toboggan
    Registered Users Posts: 17,867 ✭✭✭✭Mantis Toboggan


    Davy wrote: »
    From memory the hue comes with 3 adapters, and you slide on the correct one needed for region?

    Cheers yeah just spotted it ☺️

    Free Palestine 🇵🇸



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    #1320
    Mantis Toboggan
    Registered Users Posts: 17,867 ✭✭✭✭Mantis Toboggan


    What's the best app apart from the Philips hue app?

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    #1321
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 22,631 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    Tyson Fury wrote: »
    What's the best app apart from the Philips hue app?

    iConnectHue for iPhone/iPad


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