Overview of the Philips Hue and how does it work?
Last Update date : Nov 20. 2020
What is Philips Hue?
Philips Hue is personal wireless LED lighting. Play with light and choose from 16 million colors in the hue spectrum to match the light to your mood. The possibilities are up to your imagination.
• Philips Hue Light Bulb
• Philips Hue White Ambiance
• Philips Hue LightStrip
• Philips Hue Go
Please note: Requires a Philips Hue Bridge
How Philips Hue works?
• Turn lights on and off when a door is opened
• Turn lights on when motion is detected
• Set the mood by changing the colors of your lights at the right moment
• And much more
Turn on a Hue light when motion is detected
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On the home screen, tap on the Menu icon (three vertical bars on the left)
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Tap Automations
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Tap + icon
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Add one of the recommended or create a custom automation
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Create a Custom Automation
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Tap + icon under IF column to add Conditions
a. Based on a device status
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a. Based on a device status
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Tap Based on device status
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Choose the Motion Sensor
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Tap Motion Sensor
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Tap Motion > Next
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Tap the + icon under THEN column
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Choose your Hue Light
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Tap On (configure color/dimmer level if applicable and desired)
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Tap Done twice, then Save to save the Automation
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