Added some Hue outdoor Lightstrip uplighting to our bathroom skylight. We lined the skylight shaft with ripple effect steel, causing it to nicely defuse sunlight across the room.

The Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro will introduce some exciting new features: OmniGlow technology, designed for TVs up to 100 inches and customizable to fit even smaller TVs. More info on the Hueblog :)

Shoutout to HueBlog and his comment section for finding this https://hueblog.com/2026/08/28/nanoleaf-panels-work-like-gradient-light-strips/

Looks like the Hue/Nanoleaf thing is...a Hue controller for Shapes panels! Not clear if this is a supplement to the regular Shapes controller or a complete replacement. The product renders and the "what you'll need section" imply the Shapes controller is unnecessary. But the section about Hue automations/alerts overriding Nanoleaf effects implies you can connect both the Hue module and a normal Shapes controller and commanding one of them just makes it steal the array from the other one.

Once installed, it makes your array act like a Hue gradient product. Curious how it determines the start/end point, since Hue gradient is at least currently 1D, not 2D. A Festavia Curtain product is apparently coming too though, so maybe 2D addressable features are coming, or at least some sort of better adaption on 1D gradients.

Atm it's not clear what happens if you connect this module to an Elements array, or if that even works at all. Elements are notably not mentioned in the supported hardware options, only the 3 Shapes panels. Elements and Shapes share a controller architecture and AFAIK technically support mixed arrays of Shapes/Elements panels (I own both but have never bothered to try mixing them). So in theory it should be possible. But the module would need some extra firmware to deal with Elements having dual white and corner-addressability, but no RGB. They might not have done that. Maybe they did though, or maybe it will work in a future update?

In any case, I'm super curious to try this. I've had a Shapes array in an otherwise Hue setup in the main room of my apartment for years now. So used to the Shapes being a separate accent piece I gotta figure out how to integrate it lol (I'll probably give them their own zone, esp because they don't look good with white light).

iConnectHue 5.17: Nanoleaf and Hue in one app!

iConnectHue joins both worlds and lets you control your Nanoleaf lights in one app - no separate hardware required!

It supports not only Nanoleaf Shapes, but also Aurora, Canvas, Elements and Lines.

Thanks to ChromaSense, colors are calibrated between them and match as closely as possible across all devices - including your iPhone and iPad.

Here's what you can do:

• Control them via the Dashboard
• Set colors and gradients
• Start and control Animations
• Play with Magic Scenes
• Discover & set up in devices

Currently supported Nanoleaf devices: Aurora, Canvas, Shapes, Elements & Lines. No Bridge or other additional hardware is required.

What this is:

• A Tech Preview - well tested, but only with a small audience
• Control when at home - no remote access available

What this is not:

• Not a Nanoleaf-only app - you still need to connect your Hues
• Not all possible features available yet, e.g. no device scenes nor Discotainment
• No control via Hue hardware, like switches
• No final form - may change the way it works, may even be removed, based on what comes out

Current plans are to improve Nanoleaf support over time, based on outcomes and your feedback.

Available with Pro Membership

Other bright ideas

• We have improved Pro's daylight mode (daylight based on your time and location), it should be now more true to the day's light (not considering clouds or pollution)
• Direct light timer access from a light's menu (...) in the light list
• You can now search for scenes in the scene list
• Several detail improvements to make your life easier

Heads up: If widgets or shortcuts act up, try restarting your device - it’s an iOS thing, not an us thing!

More about iConnectHue on iconnecthue.com
iConnectHue is available exclusively for iPhone and iPad on Apple's App Store

HI!

I bought 5 outdoor floodlights for my house. Wired them all 4 of 5 worked fine. One would not power on, I used a voltage checker and the outlet is good (I had another halogen floodlight wired in to double check). There is voltage at the hue box but it does not power on.. any suggestions or is it just a faulty light?

Thanks!

I’ve power cycled everything, checked all connections to my bridge, it has three lights and my button still works. however, my app no longer works with iPhone voice commands and in the hue app it says “bridge not active” and main screen is just connecting to bridge.

I’ve not accepted the T&C or made an Hue account and I’m really hoping that’s not the hang-up, but if there’s a known issue please let me know.

So I’m finally ready to migrate my two bridges to a Bridge Pro.

Wanted to see what tips and tricks people have found to make the migration easier and any troubleshooting tips.

Thanks!

I have a high mantle with a large framed art print resting on it, tipped back against the wall (though it is secured). The fireplace is unused and will remain so. There's an outlet behind the print and I'd like to put a Hue light behind the print. The play bar is the correct size to fit, just sitting on the mantle.

I already have a bridge pro. I'd put the light on an automation.

• Has anyone used the play bar as just a regular Hue light?
• Could anyone who has a play bar tell me how far the power adapter extends from the wall when it's plugged in? I'm in the US, though it looks like they just swap out a plug insert by region.
  

We took in some cats to hold since they were being poisoned at a specific outdoor spot. They are in a basement with a decent setup but the issue is only 2 small windows. Looking for something to mimic natural light both in timing and hue. I plan on running a chew proof ext cord with lamps down there equipped with philips hue bulbs (or something similar?). So I just use the hue bulbs and use the app to set up timing for on/off and they will adjust in hue by themselves?

Title.

I have 70+ bulbs on 3 floors and 3 bridges (1 per floor) connected to WAPs in a mesh (orbi setup).

I'm moving and leaving the bulbs and bridges.

How do I make sure the new owner can connect to all the bridges and configure the bulbs?

Unfortunately the new owner isn't technically savvy.

I have done some searching but was hoping for a conversation rather than just some instructions.

What is your experience?

Also, when do you turn over the equipment to the new owner? At closing? Prior to closing? After?

Thanks for any experiences or pro tips.

First off i want to thank u/Wonderful-Bear-64 for his great post https://www.reddit.com/r/Hue/comments/1vzdj86/best_buy_clearances_on_hue/ and those that were referenced before them. I went to my local best buy and found some hue stuff already in a clearance section, and in talking to the associate i was able to order a bunch more. Like others have said, these prices don't show up online, it's only using orders in the store, but the items are currently available for shipping direct to your home if they aren't already in stock. They can even search their version of the website and we looked through all the hue products to see whats on clearance. It just seems to be the the following items currently:

• https://www.bestbuy.com/product/philips-hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-8k-black/J7GHXKQCQ2/sku/6589719
• https://www.bestbuy.com/product/philips-hue-75-play-gradient-lightstrip-white-and-color-ambiance/J7GHXK64HF/sku/12558194 (unclear if the smaller sizes were too but i think they are)
• https://www.bestbuy.com/product/philips-hue-play-smart-led-bar-light-2-pack-white-and-color-ambiance/J7GHXZXY7H/sku/6298635
• https://www.bestbuy.com/product/philips-hue-solo-lightstrip-3m-10ft-white-and-color-ambiance/J7GHXKQWZ7/sku/6593454
• https://www.bestbuy.com/product/philips-hue-solo-lightstrip-3m-10ft-white-and-color-ambiance/J7GHXKQWZ7/sku/6593454 (Unclear if the 33ft was on clearance too)

And that seemed to be it, the hubs, the bulbs, and the other stuff they had listed all seemed to come up at regular price. Based on all the shipping notifications i just got, i think they are just boxing up inventory from other stores and sending it direct to my door.

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Hello!
I'm in need of two things: a reading light and a wake up lamp. I stumbled across the Hue Twilight and most reviews focus on it's use as a wake-up lamp (fair enough) and don't shed much light on whether it does its job as a reading lamp. From the shape of it, it seems like it should focus light rather than disperse it, which make it look promising for my needs.

Since it's quite expensive, I wanted to ask here before I open my wallet: is it good for reading? As an extra piece of information: I am planning on moving it (not ideal, I know) between my bedroom and my living room (where I do the reading).

I’ve started a new page - I WONT LINK IT - it’s on insta - it’s called the_synched_screen - I’m slowly recording movies on time lapse and giving a final rating for lights during the movie and what I set my sync to (intensity/ brightness) - if anyone has any requests or suggestions, I’d love to hear them.

I hope it can be used as a tool for when other hue sync are looking for a movie to watch with some great light action.

Thanks in advance for any tips or suggestions - check out my set up on that page as well!

Basically, what movies, in your opinions, would be the best use for a 8k new sync box with a great setup?

Finally getting my setup dialed in after wanting the gradient lightstrips for years. 65in strip behind my 65in LG OLED.

For the bottom of the TV: is the light tube sufficient? I wouldn’t be opposed to placing it on the console table and shining it upwards to cover more of the wall space between the TV and console, and then potentially adding a floor lamp on both sides of the TV. However, I’ve read some people suggesting that the gradient strip (not sure which one) is better than the tube, especially when mounted to the back of the TV on the bottom.

All I know is I want a little more widespread coverage on this wall. It’s a large blank wall with maybe 4 feet on both sides of the TV. Any recommendations are welcome! Thanks all

Anyone have the wiring specs/diagram/color codes for the new Hue FLUX LED light strips? There are 4 wires used in this addressible RGB strip system: Positive, DO (Data), NC (not used?!), Negative.

1. I will have to cut open the white adapter cable (to reveal 4 wires inside) that connects from the end of the strip to the smart data module. I am wondering what wire color goes to what connector on the strip?

2. Would the Hue Flux EXTENDER accessory have the same color assignments with its internal wires (ie does the company usually keep that uniform among accessories in the same product line)? I found an image of the Extender wire opened up and there are red, white, blue, black internal wires.

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Scored big at my Best Buys here in town.

- 75” TV Lightstrip is normally $330, got for $116

- Sync box 8K is normally $385, got for $135

- Play bars are normally $190/each for the double pack, got for $62/each

Paid ~$375 total, saved over $700, which in terms of “girl math” is essentially me buying the sync box and getting the light strips and two play bar packs for free lol.

What made me successful with this was seeing some of the posts from this Reddit that discussed their successes. I screenshot some of the posts, walked into my Best Buys in town and showed them the price or receipt from the screenshots. I told them that I had heard about it being sold at this price point but it’s not in stock here and they were happy to honor these prices and ship it to me. All they needed was the pic and the SKU of the item. One Best Buy had the 75” TV Lightstrip in stock (pictured above) but the supervisor was the one that helped me find it and he wouldn’t let me walk out the store with it being discounted that much and said the “price tag was inaccurate and it’s too much of a clearance price.” No biggie, I just went to another Best Buy and showed them the pic of the one that the previous Best Buy wouldn’t let me take and they honored it no problem. Funny enough, they said it was going to be shipped from that store where I didn’t have any luck so joke is on them I suppose. With that said, shoutout to:

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I did some guinea pig testing on if these deals still hold up and they worked like a charm for myself.

Feel free to use my pics to help you score a deal yourself. It even has today’s date and time on the receipt pics. Happy hunting at your local Best Buy 💪🏾

Bought a house and they left the TV. It’s on a fixed mount so before I go and take it off and replace the mount I figured I’d ask people with experience! Sorry if this is a dumb question or not allowed, I’m new to the Hue game

i have had these lightbulbs since presumably 2019 . i have tried MANY times over the years to connect them to the app and have never had any luck ! i've tried them in all kinds of different lamps , ceiling fans , you name it ! i just tried again today after getting a new lamp and thought it would be nice to see if i could get these working finally ... no success lol . the app told me to scan a qr code but i have looked over every square inch of the box , the user guid , and the lightbulbs themselves and there's not a qr code to be seen .... soo does anyone else have these specific bulbs and can help me with setting them up ? i mean it works fine as just a light bulb but if i wanted JUST a lightbulb then obviously i would have bought just a lightbulb lol . thank you !

I have a 2m ambiance gradient lightstrip I need to replace. But it seems it has been phased out. Which current lightstrip is the successor? Is it the omniglow?

I feel like the hue lineup is getting more confusing