Philips Hue is a line of smart light bulbs that can be controlled using a smartphone app or other smart device. The bulbs can be used to create different lighting scenes and effects, and can even be integrated with other smart home devices for added convenience. The bulbs use LED technology and can last for up to 25,000 hours, making them both energy-efficient and long-lasting. They are also compatible with a variety of smart home platforms, including Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit.
In terms of technical capabilities, Philips Hue bulbs are equipped with Zigbee technology, which allows them to communicate with other Zigbee-enabled devices. This makes it possible to create a smart home ecosystem where different devices can work together seamlessly. For example, you could use the We Love Lights app to control your lights and integrate them with other smart home devices, such as a thermostat or security system.
Zigbee is a wireless protocol that operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency range, which is the same range used by many other devices, such as Wi-Fi routers and Bluetooth devices. This makes it possible for the bulbs to communicate with a wide range of devices and systems, making it a versatile and flexible choice for creating a smart home.
The Philips Hue ecosystem comes with API (Application Programming Interface - refers to the ability of a device or service to allow other software applications to interact with it) support. The API allows developers to create custom software applications that can control the lighting system or integrate it with other devices or services.
For example, a developer could create a custom app that allows users to control their Philips Hue lights using voice commands, other operating systems, or alternative user interfaces. Or, they could create an integration with a home automation platform, such as Google Home or Amazon Alexa, that allows users to control their Philips Hue lights using those platforms. We Love Lights makes heavy use of that API to control your smart home.
Go to https://www.philips-hue.com for more information.