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Split image of Philips Hue light strip and IKEA Varmblixt smart lamp
How to make IKEA and Philips Hue smart lights play nicely together

By Cat Ellis Published

From simple hub pairing to adventurous DIY hacks, here are four ways to use your Philips Hue and IKEA smart lights together in perfect harmony.

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The Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Strip Light system lighting up the walls behind and beside a TV in a darkened room
Eyeing the new Philips Hue Screen Sync? Philips Smart Lighting just launched a cheaper alternative

By Carrie Marshall Published

Philips Smart Lighting has launched a system that's more affordable than the Philips Hue Screen Sync, and comes with a light strip in the box.

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Split image of IKEA Dubbelkisel driver on pink background, and IKEA spotlights in wardrobe full of clothes
IKEA's new Dubbelkisel device lets you integrate your cabinet lights into your smart home

By Cat Ellis Published

The Dubbelkisel lighting driver connects IKEA's integrated lights to the Dirigera smart home hub, and is Matter-enabled to give you even more options.

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The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp shines a multicoloured aurora effect onto a slanted ceiling.
The best smart lights in 2026: smart lighting for every home

By Cat Ellis Last updated

Updated We've tested the best smart light bulbs and light panels from all the big brands including Philips Hue and Nanoleaf.

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Philips Hue executive Marco Merolla on the fusion of functionality and design in smart lighting

By Cat Ellis Published

Accessibility isn't just about price — it's about compatibility, and opening up new options to users.

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Govee Sky Ceiling Light installed in room
Govee's new skylight-style smart light shifts colors depending on the time, weather, and your mood

By Cat Ellis Published

Philips wowed us with its realistic skylight earlier this year, but how does Govee's version compare?

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The Philips Hue Bridge Pro.
Rogue update bricks Philips Hue devices, but you can get a free replacement

By Alex Blake Published

Philips Hue is offering free replacement Hue Bridge Pro devices after they were bricked by a software update.

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Two adults and a child are very happy that they have a Lepro STV1 lightstrip on their TV. The adult man and woman are waving their arms in the air
This TV backlight promises simple setup and AI extras for a lot less than Philips Hue — and without an HDMI box

By Carrie Marshall Published

Lepro's STV1 lightstrip promises more immersive entertainment without expensive hardware thanks to its camera-based setup and AI enhancements

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IKEA Varmblixt lamp illuminated green, on table
IKEA's Varmblixt lamp is stunning, but its app connectivity needs work

By Cat Ellis Published

This lamp is guaranteed to grab guests' attention, but if you're new to smart home tech, you may prefer to skip the app and use its remote control instead.

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IKEA Varmblixt lamp illuminated blue, mounted on wall
I installed this groovy IKEA smart lamp, and it's a guaranteed conversation-starter

By Cat Ellis Published

The IKEA Varmblixt is a color-shifting light that can be fitted on a wall or placed on a table, and will grab the attention of your friends when they visit.

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