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Three different types of Philips Hue bulbs installed in homes
Philips Hue bulb types explained: choose the right lights for your home

By Cat Ellis Published

There are three main types of Philips Hue lightbulbs, and we're here to help you understand the differences between them all.

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Philips Hue White & Colour Ambiance bulbs on purple background with white text reading 'TechRadar don't miss'
Philips Hue bulbs are going super cheap in the Tech Week sale at Amazon, so it's time to stock up

By Cat Ellis Published

Spotlight and screw bulbs have crashed to record-low prices, but the offers won't last long.

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WiZ TV Sync Box with backlight behind TV
If the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box is too expensive, this new budget-friendly alternative from WiZ could be exactly what you need

By Cat Ellis Published

The WiZ HDMI Sync Box is less than half the price of Philips' box, and comes with a light strip included.

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Woman detaching Philips Hue Smart Button from base stuck on nightstand
Got Philips Hue lights? This new customizable button could make them even smarter

By Cat Ellis Published

There's a new version of the miniature controller launching soon.

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Philips Hue's new SmartThings integration
Your Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box is getting a big software update, and it's good news for gamers

By Cat Ellis Published

The latest update fixes bugs and should improve performance for PS5 owners.

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Philips Hue smart light bulbs illuminating blue in a lounge
Got Philips Hue lights? This free update gives you 8 new scenes for an instant makeover

By Cat Ellis Published

The fresh bundle of themed presets will give your home a new look with a single tap.

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Philips Hue light bulb and box on purple background with white text reading 'TechRadar big savings'
With Philips Hue light bulbs starting at £12 in Amazon's Spring Sale, I'll be stocking up on extra supplies

By Cat Ellis Published

If you thought smart lighting was too expensive, it's time to think again thanks to these limited-time deals.

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Nanoleaf PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip set up on gaming PC
This Nanoleaf light strip adds Ambilight-style illumination to your gaming setup – and it's amazingly cheap

By Cat Ellis Published

The Nanoleaf PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip uses USB-C rather than a camera, meaning less latency than other systems.

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Setting up your Philips Hue lights is now quicker and easier than ever thanks to the latest app update

By Cat Ellis Published

You can use QR codes to add multiple lights and other devices to a room at once.

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Got Philips Hue lights? A free app update delivers these 3 improvements

By Cat Ellis Published

Organizing your lights and keeping your home secure just got a lot easier.

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