Surround lighting
Sync lights with TV
Superior TV light syncing
They dim, then brighten. They morph from red to teal to pink and beyond — all in perfect sync with the screen.
1-to-1 color matching
Instant analysis of the entire screen generates ultra-accurate color scripts.
Lightning-fast response
The lights communicate over a network independent from your Wi-Fi, so there's no lag.
Up to 10 lights
Position them in a virtual room in the Hue app to correspond to their real-life location.
Customise the experience
Adjust the intensity and brightness of your lights for a personalised experience.
How will you sync?
There are a few ways Hue translates the content on your TV into instructions for your lights. Pick the one that fits your setup best.
Sync box 4K
For 4K TVS
The original sync box, supporting up to 4K at 60 Hz. Features four HDMI ports for your choice of media: set-top boxes, streaming sticks, and more.
HDMI sync box 8K
For 8K TVs
Connect up to four HDMI devices — set-top boxes, gaming consoles, and more — and plug directly into any TV.
Sync TV app
For Samsung TVs
Compatible with the latest Samsung models, this native TV app syncs any content on the screen, including built-in smart TV apps.
What else you need to sync
These are the essentials to get started.
Hue Bridge
Besides enabling Hue Sync, this smart hub unlocks access to all our advanced features.
Hue app
Adjust light intensity, choose sync modes, change brightness, and start/stop syncing.
Colour-capable lights
Use up to 10 White and color ambiance lights, including lightstrips, lamps, and more.
Best for TV backlighting
Our two stars of the surround lighting show.
Play lightstrip
Designed specially for behind the screen, this lightstrip comes in three sizes: for 55-, 65-, and 75-inch TVs.
Play light tube
Lay this gradient of colorful light directly below the screen to complete the TV backlighting effect.
Best for surround lighting
Make it a whole-room experience. The more lights, the better (of course).
Signe floor lamp
Subtle design, slim form, and a show-stopping gradient of light.
Play light bars
Stand them up, lay them flat, mount them to whatever you want.
Go accent light
Portable, powerful... and pretty cute, too! It's in the name: this light goes anywhere.
White and Colour Ambiance
Play gradient lightstrip 65 inch
£189.99
White and Colour Ambiance
Iris table lamp
£94.99
£89.99
White and Colour Ambiance
Play gradient light tube compact
£169.99
Compare light sync options
Supports 4K
Supports 8K
Supports HDMI 2.1
Supports eARC
Screen refresh rate
4K at 60 Hz, 1440p at 120 Hz
8K at 60 Hz, 4K at 120 Hz
8K at 60 Hz, 4K at 60 Hz, 4K at 120 Hz, 1440p at 120 Hz
Works with
All TVs up to 4K
All TVs
Compatible Samsung TVs*
Syncs HDMI-connected content
Syncs content on smart TV apps
*Compatible with 2022 and newer Samsung QLED TVs in the Q60 or higher range (support for Q700 coming soon). If your TV supports the Hue Sync TV app, it will appear when you search for it in Apps. Alternatively, check the product specifications of your TV model on www.samsung.com.
Questions & Answers
How does Hue Sync work?
Hue Sync allows your smart lights to react to the content on a TV or computer screen or to music. It uses a proprietary algorithm that analyses the entire screen or the genre and beat of a song, producing a customised light script that is instantly sent to your colour-capable Philips Hue lights.
Which Philips Hue products can I use with the Entertainment feature?
All White and colour ambiance bulbs and fixtures, as well as Hue Sync-compatible products from partner.
What do I need to be able to sync my smart lights with the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box?
Follow these steps:
1. Install Philips Hue colour-capable smart lights and a Hue Bridge with the Philips Hue app
2. Connect the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box to your HDMI devices and your TV
3. Open the Sync tab on the Hue app and follow the instructions
What is the best way to set up an Entertainment area?
You can create an Entertainment area in the Hue app, which illustrates how many lights you have, where and at which height the lights are located and how your system should use them while syncing.
For the best results, we recommend using several Philips Hue colour-capable smart lights. Try Play light bars placed around your TV, a Hue Play gradient lightstrip attached to the back of your TV and lights, such as the Go accent light or Signe floor lamp, in and around your seating area.
How can I watch Netflix with Hue Sync?
You can sync Netflix with your Philips Hue lights on your TV using a Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box by connecting an HDMI device, such as a gaming console or Chromecast. If you have the Philips Hue Sync TV app, you can sync your lights to Netflix while watching on the native smart TV app.
Learn how to connect Hue Sync with Netflix >
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