In the prior app, the Hue Dimmer could only be programmed to turn a light or scene on or off, or dim the associated lights in version 2.0, the Dimmer’s “on” button can be configured to trigger a different scene with each of up to five presses - by default the first press will simply turn the associated lights on to the previous state they were in, with subsequent presses activating a series of light recipes, and each press can be configured to trigger a different light recipe or scene. Philips’ new Hue app deserves a mention here as well, as the company has taken some nice steps to simplify the app, provide a bit more unification with HomeKit by adding support for “Rooms,” and increase the capabilities of the Hue Dimmer. Like the bulbs, the Dimmer is automatically paired with the Bridge and ready to go out of the box for simply controlling both Hue White Ambiance Bulbs together, although settings can further be customized in the new Hue iOS app.
While users could purchase the Dimmer previously by itself or in a kit paired with a single Hue White bulb, the inclusion of the Dimmer in this Starter Kit provides users with an extra bit of value and another control option. The Hue Dimmer adds an interesting new component to the mix, however. If you already have a Hue Bridge, pairing a new White Ambiance Bulb is the same as for any other bulb, and it will appear in the Hue app and can be controlled like the White and Color Ambiance bulbs, minus the color options, of course.
Although Philips has updated the Hue app, the setup and pairing process for the Hue Bridge remains basically the same as before we’ve already covered it in our earlier review so we won’t repeat ourselves here other than to say it’s still pretty straightforward to get it up and running out of the box, and because the bulbs are prepared, you’ll be ready to go as soon as you’ve configured the Bridge. The A19 bulbs otherwise look similar to their White and White and Color Ambiance siblings, screwing into any standard light socket and having a small enough profile to replace a standard incandescent bulb in just about any light fixture.Īs with the other Starter Kits, users purchasing the kit will find the bulbs and the dimmer switch already factory-paired with the Hue Bridge, so you’re ready to go at a basic level out of the box. At half the price of the color option, the Hue White Ambiance bulbs promise to deliver “every shade of white light” with a color temperature range running from a 6500k cool daylight to a 2200k warm white light setting. The new Hue White Ambiance bulbs add a nice middle ground for users who want more flexibility than simply dimmable white bulbs but don’t have the need - or a desire to pay the higher price - for the Hue White and Color Ambiance Bulbs.
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