Setup and subsequent light control is managed seamlessly through the Philips Hue app.
Philips Hue smart bulbs are compatible withAmazons Alexa andsmart speakers, adding voice control functionality to the mix.
Ive already promised myself additional Hue lights for around the house.
(Image credit: Future / Rosie Hattersley)
This entry-level smart bulb is affordable for most people.
A single bulb costs 19.99 / AU$54.95, but the twin-pack is even better value.
The top half of the lamp is translucent white glass while the lower half is encased in plastic.
(Image credit: Future / Rosie Hattersley)
The need for fiddly switches has also been overcome by embracing Bluetooth, further simplifying setup and control.
Voice control functionality can be added using Amazon Alexa or theGoogleHome app.
Standby mode uses a modest 0.5Wh.
(Image credit: Future / Rosie Hattersley)
The Philips Hue app is great!
Mood-based and time of day, focus or relax defaults made it easy to choose something appropriate without dithering.
Adding voice controls to the Hue Lustre lights was straightforward too.
A discreet but audible notification on my iPhone confirmed that the Hue app had clicked into action.
Ill stick to my Alexa kitchen clock for that task.
Should I buy the Philips Hue Lustre White?
(Image credit: Future / Rosie Hattersley)
Plus, this supports Matter.
Opt-outs were easy and the privacy by default approach pleasing.
I also used the timer options to set automatic switch on times having moved the lamp to the lounge.
(Image credit: Future / Rosie Hattersley)
Read we test
[First reviewed September 2023]
