*I like the old style Echo Dot because it's small also **Newest.Technology**, gives out decent sound and doesn't take up a lot of shelf space if you want to put it on beam in the workshop or shed.*
like the features, setup was difficult for some of my devices (August Door lock, th-cam.com/users/postUgkxhB5YOMNj04GuoAosExygP4cH-dKeb4aB Bose speaker)... but all switches and outlets (5), thermostat, tankless water heater. Unfortunately all I can do is turn on/off Bose. It doesn't support volume or changing channels, but I believe that is due to the particular speaker I have.... Worth getting if you already have other devices to use it with... I don't sit around and ask Alexa questions much so that doesn't really matter to me....
I'm a fellow Hue fan. This is one of the most concise, informative and professionally done unboxing videos for any tech product I've ever seen. Subscribed.
I just bought my first set of Philips Hue series (a Starter kit, Lightstrips and more light bulbs). But I still drool for these Play Bars. The light power is amazing, and they look... modern. They'd be fantastic on a PC-table. Too bad I blew already so much money on my set-up and these alone cost 129€/$ a pair. But I'll get them, some day I will... lol.
I’d love to see how this works with a TV and I’m curious if other lights on the network like a led light strip can be included into it to have a full room surround ambiance all working with the images from the tv
At the time of me writing this the only way that i am aware of to sync the TV content with your HUE lights without "Hue Sync" is if it is a Philips TV with "Ambilight" feature. The TV in itself has lights but can also as far as i know sync with other HUE lights in your setup. Check to be sure.
I ordered the 2pc lightbar + extension and the bridge after watching your video. I'm glad I did as I was considering the Corsair LT100/LS100s before watching your video. They are very expensive for ambient lights but you get what you pay for for the quality you get + the smart home apps support. I actually have a Logitech G560 which has light sync stereo speakers but they are just not bright or intensive enough.
Mind to provide a quick link to the background of your desktop please? And, awesome video. Missed some of your non-Apple product reviews and unboxings.
I love them - but I feel like they are more worth 2 for $80.00. Its a good product. Maybe if I have a need I'll try to pick them up at the price I mentioned.
I’m torn with Philips Hue lately. I’m glad that they really seem to be doubling down and releasing new hue lights but it feels like they could do a lot better. These don’t get anywhere near the brightness they should.
Philips is just now coming out with hue products that use bluetooth, for example, they have a standard bulb which now has bluetooth so you no longer need the bridge. I am not sure however which products have bluetooth. I think that the playbars do not but philips might me coming out with them, i am not sure.
Nice video as usual but there is no known HDMI adapter that I am aware of. I'm not even clear how that would work. I have 3 Hue Play lights in my current setup and there is no way I can think of that an HDMI adapter would ever come into play (pun intended). I have 10 lights in my entertainment area (3 Play, 2 Go, 1 Bloom, 1 Hue Signe Floor lamp, and 3 different lamps with standard Hue Color A19 bulbs). 6 of the lights are behind my TV or positioned on my TV stand. The only way to use Hue Sync is through a PC or Mac. I havent run into anything that doesnt work with streams via Chrome (Netflix, TH-cam, Playstation Vue etc.). However, most of what I use this setup for is my Plex server where I have ripped several live concerts. With Sonos surround sound (also playing in other rooms from TV stream) and Hue Sync running, its a concert lover's "couch tour" dream come true. I find it distracting for movies but terrific for live music performances. It's expensive but I have been adding to my Hue system for years (approaching 50 light limit of the hub). So consider that before ya judge me. ;-)
Ive been wondering it it can just be synced with tv apps like Netflix, Prime etc. Only via Mac or PC aye? That’s a shame. But if you do us Mac or PC to stream to TV then Play Sync works changing the colors? One more thing to have to do. Right? Guess I’m waiting til these can connect right to tv apps without the stream. Hey, If I’m wrong with my assessment let me know. Thanks!
Things to know before buying: - You need the hue bridge to run it (around 40$/€) - The hue bridge needs to be connected to Ethernet Rj-45 (yes, no wifi) - Don't buy the single lamp, it comes without the power adapter - The sync effect works only with a pc / in combination with a pc - It's overpriced (obiously), at least with these flaws - There was recently a version with a free hue bridge included
I think I was doing this in 2014 with Kodi ... before the LED strips and using the old, slower hub v1 which often guessed a color to use. And the old Gen1/2 bulbs didn't really handle green, blue or purple at all, due to the overdose of yellow and lack of blue LEDs. now that Qdot and SMD's exist, and perhaps capellix or similar filtered 'dot' SMD's, it might be cheaper to get a decent bar-type SMD with good RGB. Bias lighting tends to work as long as you don't see the source or shadowing IMO. 2 or 3 lights tends to work best, but it looks like you can add more with Play and strips adding to the ambient effect.
Whilst there are more features on these than the lightstrip, i find it quite distracting when the colours change constantly, enough to break immersion from the screen. I’ll stick to my adjustable light strip :)
Hey Mike, when are you gonna review the note 9? I'm really wanting that phone but since you are the best reviewer on TH-cam I wanna get your input on it 🙂
Except the thing you didn’t mention us the bars them self or $60 each and the power bridge that you have to use to turn on the bars are sold separately for $60
Love the Locutus Funko! I’ve got him guarding my cubicle at work, but my home desk has Commander Zavala from the game Destiny and Archangel from X-Men. Great review btw
Hmmm, I've been debating whether to get these or a light strip to go behind my TV. I know you mentioned earlier in the video that the strips fit better behind the TV but you also mentioned how these work much better than a light strip and has more dimensions to work with than a light strip and you don't have sticky marks on the back of the TV. I have a 70" on the wall but I am wondering if it's better to have these if I can get them behind as opposed to the strip so I'm unsure? I'd want two so I can have two different colours (one at the top, one at the bottom) at the same time. Thanks for such a fantastic and informative review 😊
Hello, do you know if its possible to have like 2 groups? Like 2 Play Lights for my Main PC Display and then 2 Play Lights for my TV when i sit on my Couch? So those two Groups are seperated? Or do i need to enable/disable the ones i dont use?!
In this video it looks like the light bars are changing colours with regards to what’s on the TV screen. However I’m under the impression that you need the HDMI adaptor in order to make that functionality work. If I bought just the two light bar kit Will it work that way or do I need the HDMI adaptor
Hey Mike great video as always! I just got a set of these last week and I love them except for the power connections. Since they have relatively short power cords and have to both plug into the power wall wart it can be tough to spread them out. Too bad Phillips didn't allow a daisy chain from light -> light. Also think they are a bit pricey but hue is the best lighting ecosystem and I'm already well invested in it!
They make a 16' extension cord. Yes - 16 FOOT. Currently out of stock most places but it is at least an option. Unless I am running the power through the wall, not sure I can see where 16' per light makes much sense..... but there you go. Part Number - 7820430U7
Wow looks great. Mike, do you think these are easily attachable to a Thunderbolt Display? This would be a perfect solution to my quest for a interesting light behind my screen.
Is there an option for a stand alone console set up yet? I run all my bluerays/ movies/ tv shows/ and games throguhy Xbox one hooked up to a 55" screen and pioneer 5.1 surround sound system. Being able to do this without adding a mini computer would be nice.
I was able to get this working by using the XBOX app on a PC, stream the XBox one screen to the PC so it is mirroring the tv, then run the hue sync app on the pc. it's a bit convoluted, but works great!
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A quick video to hold you over until I finish some longer videos. Note 9, iPad Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, Apple Pencil 2 and more to come.
How rich are you?
@@MichaelM28 anyway he is a totally unbaised man I have seen till now.....I am watching this channel since 2014
How thought you had stopped making video except Apple's stuff! Good too see this, I always been a big fan of your reviews!
@Suprit mee too but not gonna buy
Star Nutron that's not the question I asked, and clearly IS biased otherwise he wouldn't use Apple for everything
*I like the old style Echo Dot because it's small also **Newest.Technology**, gives out decent sound and doesn't take up a lot of shelf space if you want to put it on beam in the workshop or shed.*
I'm a fellow Hue fan. This is one of the most concise, informative and professionally done unboxing videos for any tech product I've ever seen.
Kind of a lighting junkie, so I love these! Ambience is EVERYTHING.
like the features, setup was difficult for some of my devices (August Door lock, th-cam.com/users/postUgkxhB5YOMNj04GuoAosExygP4cH-dKeb4aB Bose speaker)... but all switches and outlets (5), thermostat, tankless water heater. Unfortunately all I can do is turn on/off Bose. It doesn't support volume or changing channels, but I believe that is due to the particular speaker I have.... Worth getting if you already have other devices to use it with... I don't sit around and ask Alexa questions much so that doesn't really matter to me....
Video quality: 10/10
Everything else: 10/10
I'm a fellow Hue fan. This is one of the most concise, informative and professionally done unboxing videos for any tech product I've ever seen. Subscribed.
I’d like to see a video with that hdmi adapter.
Me too
@@aimee74075 same here
@@ScaryJawn5059 th-cam.com/video/cBXqiqBbKL4/w-d-xo.html
I love your way of reviewing stuff. Professional and never gets me bored
Yes try with an HDMI connection so I can see how it works
th-cam.com/video/cBXqiqBbKL4/w-d-xo.html
Was about to turn in, but had to watch this - who needs sleep, lol
My thoughts now covid has hit😂😂
@@loungetrend6645 same here stil lol
I just bought my first set of Philips Hue series (a Starter kit, Lightstrips and more light bulbs). But I still drool for these Play Bars. The light power is amazing, and they look... modern. They'd be fantastic on a PC-table. Too bad I blew already so much money on my set-up and these alone cost 129€/$ a pair. But I'll get them, some day I will... lol.
I’d love to see how this works with a TV and I’m curious if other lights on the network like a led light strip can be included into it to have a full room surround ambiance all working with the images from the tv
You can but they need to be Philips Hue to hook into that HUB, that way you can control everything
Yes. TV HDMI adapter review please.
Let's see them with the TV!!
Detroit borg is the best. No bullshit. Straight to the action. Love it
gotta love that LED flicker. They could have made these non-flickering given how many youtubers use these guys.
Thank you!!! I was looking into getting one of these. Much love, Mike!
GregsGadgets can you sync this to Spotify
Loool, something new. This is just like the Philips Ambx set all over again. I had that more than 15 years ago.
At the time of me writing this the only way that i am aware of to sync the TV content with your HUE lights without "Hue Sync" is if it is a Philips TV with "Ambilight" feature. The TV in itself has lights but can also as far as i know sync with other HUE lights in your setup. Check to be sure.
I had chilled cow on in the background and its surprising how in time you were, sounded surprisingly good
What background is that on the screen?😮
Might be too late but..... Aurora Susa by Robert Jones
@@j.filmssss never too late
@@arki3134 😂
What HDMI adapter are you talking about? I don't think there is such thing...
Wait, who glues the light strip to their monitor? It comes with adhesive on the back and is plenty strong.
Do you need the hue bridge for what you have done in this video?
Yes!
@@DetroitBORG I dont if you mentioned it at all, but you should've mentioned it right in the begining. Otherwise these things are useless.
These are a must-have! Please do a video on the hdmi adapter for a TV
I ordered the 2pc lightbar + extension and the bridge after watching your video. I'm glad I did as I was considering the Corsair LT100/LS100s before watching your video. They are very expensive for ambient lights but you get what you pay for for the quality you get + the smart home apps support. I actually have a Logitech G560 which has light sync stereo speakers but they are just not bright or intensive enough.
His reviews are so satisfying
Do you need also a Philips Hue Bridge to connect them or you can connect the Hue Play Light Bar directly to the sync app? Nice video!
Been meaning to upgrade my setup for awhile now. Editings gonna be a helluva lot more colorful
Your LG desktop monitor is just awesome to look at with that wallpaper
And the hue lights compliment the viewing experience...👌👌
Mind to provide a quick link to the background of your desktop please? And, awesome video. Missed some of your non-Apple product reviews and unboxings.
I love them - but I feel like they are more worth 2 for $80.00. Its a good product. Maybe if I have a need I'll try to pick them up at the price I mentioned.
Would love to see a video on the TV integration... might snag it for myself if it’s interesting enough
Can you link the wallpaper on your desktop? It’s awesome
I’m torn with Philips Hue lately. I’m glad that they really seem to be doubling down and releasing new hue lights but it feels like they could do a lot better. These don’t get anywhere near the brightness they should.
There are already reviews and unboxing of the 2018 iPad Pro but I wanna see it from you because you do it the best!!
Do you need a hue bridge just to be able to change the colors from your phone ?
David Adams yep
Philips is just now coming out with hue products that use bluetooth, for example, they have a standard bulb which now has bluetooth so you no longer need the bridge. I am not sure however which products have bluetooth. I think that the playbars do not but philips might me coming out with them, i am not sure.
What wallpaper is that? It's amazing!
Philips Hue Smart Hub (Works with Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) DO YOU NEED this in order for these to work? awesome review man!
You need the Hue Bridge in order for them to work
@@Deadpoolio47 yeah i bought it thanks , my only gripe with this is that you can't get a real deep red color.
Thank you for your great video. May I ask what is your monitor model?
Subs at 4:37 :D I'm always excited to cover a human!
Please review the Macbook Air along with the accessories!
Nice video as usual but there is no known HDMI adapter that I am aware of. I'm not even clear how that would work. I have 3 Hue Play lights in my current setup and there is no way I can think of that an HDMI adapter would ever come into play (pun intended). I have 10 lights in my entertainment area (3 Play, 2 Go, 1 Bloom, 1 Hue Signe Floor lamp, and 3 different lamps with standard Hue Color A19 bulbs). 6 of the lights are behind my TV or positioned on my TV stand. The only way to use Hue Sync is through a PC or Mac. I havent run into anything that doesnt work with streams via Chrome (Netflix, TH-cam, Playstation Vue etc.). However, most of what I use this setup for is my Plex server where I have ripped several live concerts. With Sonos surround sound (also playing in other rooms from TV stream) and Hue Sync running, its a concert lover's "couch tour" dream come true. I find it distracting for movies but terrific for live music performances. It's expensive but I have been adding to my Hue system for years (approaching 50 light limit of the hub). So consider that before ya judge me. ;-)
Ive been wondering it it can just be synced with tv apps like Netflix, Prime etc. Only via Mac or PC aye? That’s a shame. But if you do us Mac or PC to stream to TV then Play Sync works changing the colors? One more thing to have to do. Right? Guess I’m waiting til these can connect right to tv apps without the stream. Hey, If I’m wrong with my assessment let me know. Thanks!
Things to know before buying:
- You need the hue bridge to run it (around 40$/€)
- The hue bridge needs to be connected to Ethernet Rj-45 (yes, no wifi)
- Don't buy the single lamp, it comes without the power adapter
- The sync effect works only with a pc / in combination with a pc
- It's overpriced (obiously), at least with these flaws
- There was recently a version with a free hue bridge included
Can you control it with the Amazon echo?
I think I was doing this in 2014 with Kodi ... before the LED strips and using the old, slower hub v1 which often guessed a color to use. And the old Gen1/2 bulbs didn't really handle green, blue or purple at all, due to the overdose of yellow and lack of blue LEDs. now that Qdot and SMD's exist, and perhaps capellix or similar filtered 'dot' SMD's, it might be cheaper to get a decent bar-type SMD with good RGB. Bias lighting tends to work as long as you don't see the source or shadowing IMO.
2 or 3 lights tends to work best, but it looks like you can add more with Play and strips adding to the ambient effect.
excellent Review, would like to see a HDMI Sync Box in addition, if only the Play Bar and the Sync Box would be less expensive...
Oh hello there, we meet again, Philips amBX. It's been 10 years baby!
The best reviewer on TH-cam!!!!
No bs just a review I absolutely love it!!!
Dang they hold their value, still same prcing in 2021 :(
If you have time I'd like to see how it looks like on a TV, maybe a quick video on Instagram.
th-cam.com/video/cBXqiqBbKL4/w-d-xo.html
Was that nanoleaf at the top of your wall ? How did you sync them ?
That was nanoleaf, but it wasn't synced.
First to like and was waiting for this. you are my All time favorite Tech TH-camr. Keep it up, Mike!
I thought you need the hue bridge?
You do, I really don’t know why they forget to mention this
Did you do this with the HDMI to the TV? I didn't see a video on your channel with it ;O
Will you do the Unboxing & Review for 2018 MacBook Air, 2018 Mac mini and 2018 iPad Pro? If so, when?
So to use on a tv it needs a HDMI adapter? Also are you saying that you turn the lights off separately from the tv ?
I like the content of this TH-cam channel 😎
Great review mike
The video quality is perfect 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
You are one of the best tech youtuber
0:02 that rhymes
Nice! Are you ready for the new Apple products? Which one are you most excited for?
Whilst there are more features on these than the lightstrip, i find it quite distracting when the colours change constantly, enough to break immersion from the screen. I’ll stick to my adjustable light strip :)
Are you just using adhesive tape to attach them to the back of your monitor?
Yes! I've been waiting for your review to see if I should purchase these. Thank you for this video!
Such a great and comprehensive review - thanks!
awesome video! where can we get that awesome wallpaper btw?
HDMI adapter for these lights? I never heard about it. knows someone something about it?
It needs a Hue Sync HDMI box which is really expensive
Yes please to HDMI to TV video 👍🏻 With the content streaming from PC I believe you’re limited to what works with the software.
Do you need the Philips Bridge to be able to change the colors with your phone/computer ?
Hello Mike. Which LG monitor are you using? It's looking great!
Hey Mike, when are you gonna review the note 9? I'm really wanting that phone but since you are the best reviewer on TH-cam I wanna get your input on it 🙂
Except the thing you didn’t mention us the bars them self or $60 each and the power bridge that you have to use to turn on the bars are sold separately for $60
I have a question. Will the hue play light bars work without the bridge? Can i just use the app to change colour ?
Thanks Mike! Been looking forward to the new videos
Hey Mike! Do you think these would be good for video production? Maybe a hair-light for an interview? Or even like running a TH-cam channel?
Love the Locutus Funko! I’ve got him guarding my cubicle at work, but my home desk has Commander Zavala from the game Destiny and Archangel from X-Men. Great review btw
What did you say, does this work with a hdmi cable to a tv thats not a philips tv with ambiance?
Really cool Mike. Do they show up in the apple home app and do they show up as one light or 2 separate lights ?
Very interesting video. I would like to watch a video of these with a tv setup as it’ll be a must have for me.
Hmmm, I've been debating whether to get these or a light strip to go behind my TV. I know you mentioned earlier in the video that the strips fit better behind the TV but you also mentioned how these work much better than a light strip and has more dimensions to work with than a light strip and you don't have sticky marks on the back of the TV. I have a 70" on the wall but I am wondering if it's better to have these if I can get them behind as opposed to the strip so I'm unsure? I'd want two so I can have two different colours (one at the top, one at the bottom) at the same time. Thanks for such a fantastic and informative review 😊
So these better then using the hue bloom behind a TV? Cast more light onto the walls?
Hello,
do you know if its possible to have like 2 groups? Like 2 Play Lights for my Main PC Display and then 2 Play Lights for my TV when i sit on my Couch? So those two Groups are seperated? Or do i need to enable/disable the ones i dont use?!
So you can’t put it on your tv if it’s mounted on the wall?
Awesome video as usual, however I think you miss spoke with the HDMI adapter, there not such a thing
Yes there is. It's called the hue sync.
In this video it looks like the light bars are changing colours with regards to what’s on the TV screen. However I’m under the impression that you need the HDMI adaptor in order to make that functionality work. If I bought just the two light bar kit Will it work that way or do I need the HDMI adaptor
Use the Hue Sync app on your computer. Otherwise you’ll need the Hue Sync physical box if you want to use anything else.
So you only get one power supply? Thinking of using one for monitor and one for the tv. Might be worth to buy 2 1pc
I need these for my setup! 🤩🔥
Are they connected via bluetooth or you'll need a bridge for them??
you will need a bridge
Hey Mike great video as always! I just got a set of these last week and I love them except for the power connections. Since they have relatively short power cords and have to both plug into the power wall wart it can be tough to spread them out. Too bad Phillips didn't allow a daisy chain from light -> light. Also think they are a bit pricey but hue is the best lighting ecosystem and I'm already well invested in it!
They make a 16' extension cord. Yes - 16 FOOT. Currently out of stock most places but it is at least an option. Unless I am running the power through the wall, not sure I can see where 16' per light makes much sense..... but there you go. Part Number - 7820430U7
the power cords should
be USB-C
I love that wallpaper! Can you share it please? 😊
Just today I was wanting to see if there was any good reviews out there. THANKS !!!!
Wow looks great. Mike, do you think these are easily attachable to a Thunderbolt Display? This would be a perfect solution to my quest for a interesting light behind my screen.
Is there an option for a stand alone console set up yet? I run all my bluerays/ movies/ tv shows/ and games throguhy Xbox one hooked up to a 55" screen and pioneer 5.1 surround sound system.
Being able to do this without adding a mini computer would be nice.
I was able to get this working by using the XBOX app on a PC, stream the XBox one screen to the PC so it is mirroring the tv, then run the hue sync app on the pc. it's a bit convoluted, but works great!
Are they flicker free? I saw some flicker - I want to use it as accent light for filming.
geez they must be laughing all the way to the bank, plastic+leds
Great informative video 👍 Just one question - are these designed to add effects like the Philips amber light tv’s?
Does this also work good when your wall isn't white but more greyish?
will the lights still look good with a wallpaper on the wall?
for the same price you can get the logitech gaming speakers which do the exact same thing as well as play great sound.