![]() Of all the Hue products, the Go benefits most from Bluetooth as it affords full color control even when out of range of the Bridge. However, it also means you’ll lose control the moment you step outside of the Bluetooth range so no remote controlling for you. This allows you to make use of some smart features, such as mode switching and smart assistant integration, without a Hue Bridge. Signify has now added Bluetooth support to most of its lineup, including all its flagship bulbs. There are actually three ways to use the new Go: Connect it to a Hue Bridge, connect it straight to your phone with Bluetooth, or simply control it using the button on the Go itself.īluetooth is the new addition for 2019. In fact, one of its unique features is that it doesn’t have to be connected to a Bridge or smartphone to work, as there are pre-set lighting modes available at the push of a button (providing there’s power, of course). The Hue Go is ready to, well, go right out of the box. It was a slightly bizarre oversight, one that's been corrected this time with the socket now moved to the side. One of the biggest criticisms of the first Go was that the power port sat right above the molded stand, which made positioning the Go really awkward. In fact, the only cosmetic change here is the repositioned power socket. The 2019 edition of the Go looks near-identical to the last: a semi-sphere of light a bowl of lumens. Here's our full review of the updated 2019 model. We've been living with the new Philips Hue Go for a few weeks now. In fact, the Go can work in isolation of phones and Wi-Fi, albeit with a more limited experience. ![]() There's no need for a Hue Bridge if you don't already own one. It's also improved the battery life which, in tandem with the Bluetooth, makes the new Go feel freer than before. Read this: The best smart lights for your home It's not a huge revamp, but Signify has enhanced the new Go in several ways: It's added Bluetooth, boosted the brightness, and fixed a bizarre design flaw from the first model. Among those is the Hue Go, a portable light first launched in 2015 and that is now, finally, getting a refresh. ![]() The long keystroke is acknowledged by a small flashing of the Hue Go.Philips Hue may have made its name in smart light bulbs, but it has an abundance of accessories that shouldn't be ignored. This is useful if you want to save some battery life for later. Press for 10 seconds: This allows the Hue Go to be switched off completely. Here it remains in battery mode for about 2 hours (first generation) or 12 hours (second generation). Press for 2 seconds: The Hue Go goes into standby. Once the desired color is found, simply release your finger. Press 2x and hold: If you hold your finger on the button the second time you press it, the Hue Go starts to show different colors. With every further press of the button you can switch through the preset scenes. But with the Hue Go you really should, as there are four functions available on the little button. Let’s face it, with most products it is hardly worth it. Let’s be honest: If Hue professionals like you order a new Hue-product (after having informed yourself in detail on the net, of course) – do you look into the manual when unpacking it?
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