By default, a Philips Hue light is set to switch on to a warm white colour. This can sometimes be an issue, for example, if there’s a power cut at night the last thing you want is for all of your lights to come on when power resumes. This is why Philips introduced power-on behaviour … Read more
The Philips Hue outdoor motion sensor is a must-have accessory for Hue owners and can be used with your smart outdoor lights to make them motion-sensitive. The sensor has been designed for use outdoors with an IP54 rating which allows it to withstand rain from all angles. It’s also suitable for temperatures between -20 °C … Read more
A Philips Hue sync box helps you sync your smart lights with your TV via HDMI. In this guide, I’ll share how to set up your Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box to start enjoying an immersive lighting experience. Step-by-Step Setup Instructions You’ll need the following: Hue HDMI Sync Box Hue Bridge At least 1 … Read more
Nanoleaf has become synonymous with smart LED light panels and is the only real contender. But they don’t come cheap, so are they worth it? Yes, Nanoleaf panels are worth the extra cost if you’re serious about lighting. Not only are they extremely reliable, but the latest generation feature touch controls, can be synced to … Read more
Nanoleaf colour changing LED wall panels are a popular way to add ambiance to your home. Their range of light panels (Shapes, Canvas and Light Panels) come in various geometric shapes and some have touch control too. However, they don’t come cheap! In this guide, I’ll share some of the cheaper alternatives to Nanoleaf that … Read more
Nanoleaf make some excellent smart LED panels that add ambiance to any room and are particularly popular with gamers thanks to the ability to create an immersive gaming experience. However, Nanoleaf haven’t made it very easy to understand the different features, so that’s why I’ve created this guide. If you need a quick answer: Nanoleaf … Read more
Once you get over the excitement of turning your smart lights on and off with your phone or voice, you’ll quickly want to learn about all the other exciting features they offer. But, can you sync smart lights to music? Yes, you can, and thanks to the huge number of colours they produce you can … Read more
Incandescent bulbs were considered one of the greatest invention of the 19th century, a light-bulb moment you might say. But, LED bulbs are the new kid on the block and Phillips Hue is paving the way. Not only are they simple to use and work nicely with other smart home devices, but the vast range … Read more
Your bathroom might not be the first room you think of when it comes to smart lighting, however there’s a growing trend to modernise and bring it in line with the rest of your smart home. Adding smart functionality to your bathroom isn’t as simple as other rooms in the house. You’ll often have wet … Read more
Adding a smart table lamp to your bedroom or living room can add that extra ambiance whilst still being integrated with your smart home setup. This allows you to set routines and activate the lights with your voice, perfect for changing the lights without leaving the sofa. As with smart light bulbs, the market for … Read more
