8K HDMI Sync Box - Philips Hue's Upcoming Device

[@mellorarma]

On the question of would you be willing to upgrade from the old to the new box?, the question I have is except the 8K what’s the difference?. is the colour matching better more responsive? That kind of thing. Until I know what the differences, I’m not sure

[@kroqfan001]

I’d be interested to see how the new box compares to the new Philips hue smart tv app that theoretically can replace the sync box.

[@fernandorivera3391]

I've replaced that box and downloaded the hue app on my 8k samsung tv and it looks amazing. I was lucky that Amazon took the box after 30 days and gave me the money back. So for $129 dollars I bought the app and so far no regrets.

[@kallijung]

@@fernandorivera3391 stupid only if you sell the TV, then the app is gone and you can buy it again !

[@kroqfan001]

@@fernandorivera3391 thank you! definitely sounds like a good option but that price for the app though :(

[@DoSe420]

​@@fernandorivera3391wish more TV's supported LEDs. I remember seeing some homebrew app that did exactly the same thing as the sync app. But it only worked on select TV's

[@justinvallarino3165]

@@DoSe420 from what I know its currently on Samsung tvs only

[@thekingdomofosman7817]

When is the upgradet version coming?

[@caseychaffin5445]

It’s a lie haven’t heard anything since

[@joseph_klock]

I just spent $1500 on the existing sync box (along with lamps, strips bars and the gradient strip) but I would likely buy the new one too because I honestly love it that much and would expect an upgraded version to be even better. I'm actually currently playing ragnarok too but through the sync box. but I'd def love to try it with the new sync box whenever it is released.

[@roberthaney511]

The question is when? Is it this year or next year?

[@budanski]

I hope this one doesn't drop signal and come back on like my current one (turns off for a few seconds and comes back on). On the third box too.

[@glennkennedy441]

Still rocking the original Sync, it's still amazing !

[@fernandorivera3391]

My 85 inch 8k Samsung 90c with the built-in Hue app looks amazing

[@BrandonDoyleMN]

Nice!! Having it built into the TV is the way to go for sure

[@DoSe420]

They are going to have to do a massive price drop, with all the others who are selling HDMI sync boxes. Lytmi, Govee, Fancyleds. All have hdmi sync boxes for half the price of Phillips. And they are all hdmi 2.0 and 2.1

[@ronnie4935]

Which one is 2.1, cause all of them are 2.0

[@ViktorVelkov]

@@ronnie4935 In case you still don't know the Lytmi one is HDMI 2.1 and looks extremely good. I'd say it's even better looking than Hue.

[@futbol1972]

Do I need to connect chromcast 4k or firestick straight to sync plilips box so it can sync the lights with my Sony Google tv? Chromcast was working good but now it keeps on disconecting and have to unplug and plug it back in so it can work. I bought another cromcast and it was the same thing so I'm thinking is the sync box🥺

[@Gener4lx]

Hi, I'm selling my syncbox and my buyer asked me if it's the latest version. How many versions are there on the market right now? I can only find one when I'm searching

[@JesusFabianMedina]

This video is over a year ago.. I just purchased it yesterday. It will arrive this Thursday, I cannot wait to get my hands on it.

[@TheSconas]

Can someone tell me what I need for my own setup ? I'd like to use lightbulbs and have them synced to the content on my tv. Would I need the bulbs, the bridge, and the syncbox ?

[@edwinsandoval2676]

Justin, How do you have you current sync box connected? Do you have a home theater or sound bar connected to it? I have a bose 900 and am not sure what is the best way to get rid of the flickering.

[@JorgeGarcia-kd8yz]

Glad your back!!! Miss the videos on this Channel. Can’t wait for the review!!!! 😊

[@Justin_tech]

:) :)

[@CarlstenProductions]

Do we have any information on when they are to release the new box?

[@thebigdoghimself]

I am not very happy with hue right mow. It better control more than 10 lights and where is the promised strip for 85" tvs?

[@kentao4]

I’m debating. My issue is I am looking to understand how it plays with Sonos connected via earc. As I’m thinking about it, it shouldn’t be an issue as long as there is no sound lag vs the picture with all the devices being connected to the box first.

[@LeeMartinez801]

There is no sound lag as long as you have main HDMI from Sync Box going into an hdmi port on TV and your Sonos sound bar going into HDMI via earc. That’s how I have mine setup and it took away the sound lag that it once had!

[@vbourgeois2009]

Question : Do you have any issue with Dolby Vision on Apple TV 4K? My setup is a Panasonic Oled, NAD 777V3, Philips hue sync and the Apple TV 4K. THank you

[@tanguyclarence4055]

Yes, i did experience that. and i had to buy a 40$ hgmi high resolition certified wire on both side. If it can help.

[@waqqzaller]

Question Justin, on PS5 most games that support 120hz if not all (to my knowledge) will run up to 120hz but at 1080p or 1440p (w variable refresh). Assuming most buyers will have an LG C1 or a tv like that that supports hdmi 2.1, doesn’t the current sink box allow for 120 Hz at either 1080 or 1440p? It seems that the limitations of next gen gaming consoles might not make this new sync box worthwhile?

[@waqqzaller]

@Justin_tech

[@lolztony]

The console renders INTERALLY at 1080p 120hz, but then it will upscale/output to 4k 120hz. Because of this internal upscale, the sync box would still need to be compatible with a 4k 120hz signal!

[@undertaker61995]

Is it possible to use it for tv output? Because i think the old one just projected hdmi devices like xbox, playstation and so on.

[@martydar1]

Can you review the Philips hue Samsung app. I want to see if it’s worth or better than the sync box.

[@mikea8294]

I have been waiting patiently for the new Hue 8K HDMI Sync Box. I ended up getting rid of my old one b/c like you, I have a PS5 and want to take advantage of games that support 120hz and in addition, I could not get a video signal from my work laptops. I ended up buying a 4K 120hz HDMI switcher, so I can only take advantage of the lighting effects with my PC games for now.

[@mancerrss]

Do you think they are finally gonna be able to support video streaming apps and comply with HDCP copyright, so we can use this with Apple TV 4K?

[@DavidA20200]

It’s not good enough. The New 2024 LG OLED TVs have 144 Hz panels. 4K @ 120 support is not enough. I would be more than willing to shell out for a new sync box if it supported 4K @ 144hz with ALLM, VRR and 10 bit color. Phillips showed up with 2021 tech specs 3 years late and a $100 overpriced.

[@LuisGarcia-nc8pg]

Anybody know about hue sync not working? and Phillips not updating the current? Mine will not turn not the gradient 83 any longer

[@M8RXW47KR]

would it support it if the resolution of the ps5 is set on auto?

[@BrandonDoyleMN]

Seems like a rather small market for this product but I’m sure there will be buyers I like your studio setup / background Any thoughts on the Omni VR treadmill?

[@Justin_tech]

All I know is I wanna try it!!

[@BrandonDoyleMN]

@@Justin_tech me too, I thought about investing or buying one but I’m concerned if it isn’t adopted by the main stream headset providers than there maybe limited content available. If it were oculus/meta, vive, or Apple etc offering it as an add on accessory I’d order one right away. What VR games have you been playing lately? I’d love to see more VR content here on your channel, and of course more smart home tech It’s just good to see you publishing videos here again

[@kraddoomsters]

Govee will come out with a TV sync box too. They've already released one for PC/gaming

[@Justin_tech]

Yea I saw that at CES!

[@gmattos009]

news about 8k sync box?

[@Theogwill]

I don’t have the current one, I’ve been waiting for a 2.1 version but for $250 that’s a pretty expensive device, just for lights to sync. I currently use the LIFX light bars and I’m happy with those.

[@kingkobra1956]

I've been waiting for hdmi 2.1, I'm definitely in if it's excellent. Your reviews are excellent.

[@Justin_tech]

Thank you!!

[@jochenalbers5233]

I am waiting for a new HDMI 2.1 version because my new home cinema equipment has a lot of problems with HDMI handshaking.

[@WWJPD]

Thanks for reporting this. I'm excited to get this.

[@Zero.K666]

Will this technology ever come inbuilt with tv in the near future.

[@DJToested]

I’m invested in Hue on my main TV, but it’s way to expensive to expand! I will be looking forward to your review on the Govee Sync Box, as I have Govee on all my other TVs. I wonder why Philips just won’t sell their Ambilight TVs in the US?

[@gm2543]

Philips ripping ever one off just make old one cheeper now no need for that price and worlds gone mad shocking i want the new 8k one for ps5 but no way will i pay it unless all comes down after a wile 😊😊 fab vid 😊😊 i still use old one.

[@yervandpapazyan4473]

Why only Govee? Fancy LED Box has 4 HDMI ports, 3 of them input and one output and it supports 4K 120Hz. Make a video about Fancy box I think it will be interesting too

[@Justmeandmy20cents]

Was watching the Hue annual event for 2023 and there was nothing about this sync box 8k product. I really wonder if Hue blog jumped the gun on this story... Not coming this year anyway...

[@everythingaboutmi3416]

Awesome video as always ❤and finally a JT video 🎉

[@Kingsley4K]

I need help understanding this because I feel like there's no way you’re taking advantage of 120Hz on PS5 while playing an asset-heavy game like GoW. If your TV is capable of 120Hz, it will refresh the screen that fast regardless of what input right? But you only see a noticeable benefit in that if a console were to actually match that power by producing 120 fps, which the PS5 absolutely cannot on 99% of games unless you switch to 1080p and turn off all visual effects. I’m pretty sure I recall GoW Ragnarok not even supporting 60fps on PS5 at 4K. It’s locked to 30fps in fidelity mode. Performance mode boosts the FPS to 60fps but then compromises the resolution. So I’m just confused how the previous HDMI Sync box works was holding you back in this regard

[@Justin_tech]

Yes, but many of these settings require HDMI 2.1 as well. These are the confirmed modes for God of War: Favor Resolution: 4K/30 FPS Locked, Favor Performance: 60 FPS Locked Favor Resolution (High Frame Rate On): 4K/40 FPS Locked (HDMI 2.1 required) Favor Performance (High Frame Rate On): Syncs with 120hz (HDMI 2.1 required)

[@platothepug]

Can’t wait for you to get your hands on the Vision Pro!

[@Justin_tech]

OMG me too - going to do a reaction video (I know a little late...) stay tuned!!

[@An_Evangelist_Who_Loves_Jesus]

Hi I just found this channel today and I subbed because I like the content and I’m looking forward to this new sync box I’ll pay whatever for it

[@Justin_tech]

Yay! Welcome :)

[@TheJoaolyraaraujo]

Still no Ethernet?

[@CrowbarBallad]

Wondering the same. Fingers crossed.

[@KLLDZR-se1qk]

Wasn’t that an fake? Never heard of it again. Philips also told me there are no plans.

[@danielaguirre1213]

Yea I’ve been looking everywhere for info of this new product and I’m seeing nothing about it.

[@KLLDZR-se1qk]

@@danielaguirre1213 there was an shortly an Amazon item listed, and everyone said later it was a fake. It wasn’t listed by amazon itself. If i remember right it was some seller from Netherlands or whatever. It was removed shortly later. Even Philips said to me few days ago that there are not specific plans for such an new version. So it was fake, nothing more. I just don’t understand the purpose of that fake. Why? To get attention? Well… that worked i would say.

[@JhnPZukLUB]

Good to see you back reviewing in your channel. I love my sync box and when I eventually switch TVs to something bigger, I would need to purchase this box and the light strip for the larger tv. I’m not the happiest with the price, but with technology upgrading all the time, it’s necessary to get. I set up and installed a govee light strip for my father in law and it’s no where near the quality you get with hue. Also I hate the camera on the top of the tv.

[@jeanlucde1]

I like the Hue Sync Box EXCEPT for two things; it often disconnects, even after the most recent update on Saturday! And it also refuses to transmit the blu-ray player! So, the current Hue Sync Box is very unreliable! I have nine Hue Blooms, five Hue Blubs, and one Hue Play Bar. And I will not invest in Philips Hue products any further! Great videos Justin!

[@HeidiPyke]

I also had an issue with my Blu-ray player and sync box. It turned out to be my HDMI cable was too advanced and had to use an old basic one. Works fine now.

[@sloppyjoe1315]

I love all my philips hue stuff but govee is making it hard to justify the price if the would switch over to a non Wifi connection like philips I would consider switching

[@matty.j_1997]

I hope that it supports Ethernet because there are sync problems with music all the time.

[@ginjabrad]

Great video as always Justin, I'll be honest when Philips hue gave exclusivity to their next gen t.v app to Samsung I was pretty upset as a LG OLED owner. I hope this can get us as close as possible to that better solution. I appreciate the coverage thanks for the hard work.

[@Justin_tech]

You got it. Good to be back!

[@Paul_Holman]

If it can sync more than 10 lights at a time with my TV, then I'll buy it. If not, I'll wait or possibly explore other options

[@jarsonbinks]

Would you do a slice-of-life vlog?

[@Justin_tech]

Yea I can do something like that...

[@Tsggdgtbgnhfffjjjhhhccvgff]

I have 8k tv 4k 120fps but philips hue sync box 4k 60hz. Ps5 and Xbox.

[@justinedward4742]

We know Hue. It’s gonna be $399 or something. I wasn’t willing to buy the original box, but my husband bought it for me for my birthday and it’s been amazing. But I don’t have an 8K TV and my Xbox is plugged into a projector, so I don’t benefit from any HDMI improvements. No upgrade for me! Sorry Signify. 😂

[@Justin_tech]

hahaha I knowwwww

[@twistedvisionary]

For me, it will replace my current sync box and my current sync box will be used for my bedroom tv. Not for lights but as a smart HDMI switcher.

[@amadormartinez5776]

Did you see it’s coming out in October 2024 ?

[@Moredrums]

(un)fortunately I couldn't spend any money on a Syncbox Setup as my 48" TV doesn't work with pretty much ANY strip length out the. Nanoleaf just came out with their camera controlled and most of all CUTTABLE LED strip so that would be the only option for me. If Philips releases this 2.1 HDMI Box AND a 48" strip length I'm in 😛

[@nestorgomez6737]

They finally released it! But sold out 😅

[@siggenx]

So much effort put into making a fake picture of the device. Just why?

[@Dutchhomepage]

No, I probably would not. To me the current system is more then sufficient I guess for my very simple screen. When they would price it round $ 300,00 and return $ 100,00 for the old one, well maybe then I would buy this. Bu then I also would need a new smart tv, and this will not be the case next time! 😂

[@siliconelost3629]

I had a Philips Ambilight TV for 13 months. My current TV is an LG. I have the LYTMI FANTASY kit on my TV. The LYTMI kit is better in most ways than the Philips Ambilight was. But on dark scenes the LEDs turn off. I wish the LEDs remained on at a a very low white in dark scenes. What Philips should do with the new box is either add an android TV is to it or allow other TV manufacturers to have some way to match what's shown on the TV apps just like they do with Samsung. Although that€200 for the app is beyond stupid asking price. The reason I didn't buy the Philips kit I'd because it's way overpriced. My Lytmi kit does the same thing but better.

[@soundsonline796]

Not worth it guys just buy a hdmi splitter

[@smashinghappydays]

These are proved fake

[@Paul-if1jq]

Govee T2 is a lot better

[@HoodRed69]

If its hdmi 2.1 for 4k 120hz automatic buy for me govee didnt learn and lytmi tried and fell short for me. take my money phillips

[@garyshekleton]

Amazing news! Absolutely delighted with the potential news/surfaced rumours that Philips will be releasing an 8K Syncbox (or at least one that support for 4K 120 FPS.) To answer your question, "YES" i would definitely invest and upgrade my current Hue sync box to the newer 8K model in the future. I absolutely LOVE my current Philips Hue TV set up which includes the TV gradient light strip, current Hue snycbox, Hue Bridge and two Hue play bars at the back of my room. Yes it was an expensive investment at the time, but one of the best and most reliable pieces of tech / investments, i've made in the last 3 years by an absolute long shot! The Philips Hue system is just simply flawless and just transforms watching TV and is literally the cherry on the cake to my home TV set up, which already includes a very good surround sound. 🍒 🍰 (@Justin_tech, it was actually your review years back that convinced me to make the investment and still grateful of your advice and review to this day. 😊) But I am at this point now where I am looking at possibly investing into a newer TV (Possibly a 8K TV, so I'm set for the future set as i won't plan to change it.) snd quite possibly into a Sony PS5. But I feel I would want to get the most from it if I was to invest in new TV & PS5 and not feel limited by the current Hue sync box. I really look forward to your feedback and review of this when it does release in the future. Keep up the great videos! 😊

[@thebigdoghimself]

It's been a year, did you lie or is it coming?