Philips Hue Play Light Bar: Review

[@DetroitBORG]

A quick video to hold you over until I finish some longer videos. Note 9, iPad Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, Apple Pencil 2 and more to come.

[@MichaelM28]

How rich are you?

[@starnutron6147]

@@MichaelM28 anyway he is a totally unbaised man I have seen till now.....I am watching this channel since 2014

[@maximerebelo6601]

How thought you had stopped making video except Apple's stuff! Good too see this, I always been a big fan of your reviews!

[@starnutron6147]

@Suprit mee too but not gonna buy

[@MichaelM28]

Star Nutron that's not the question I asked, and clearly IS biased otherwise he wouldn't use Apple for everything

[@evgenybozhenov3621]

I'm a fellow Hue fan. This is one of the most concise, informative and professionally done unboxing videos for any tech product I've ever seen.

[@alecruzcruz9047]

*I like the old style Echo Dot because it's small also **Newest.Technology**, gives out decent sound and doesn't take up a lot of shelf space if you want to put it on beam in the workshop or shed.*

[@BiochemMD]

I'm a fellow Hue fan. This is one of the most concise, informative and professionally done unboxing videos for any tech product I've ever seen. Subscribed.

[@MoPoppins]

Kind of a lighting junkie, so I love these! Ambience is EVERYTHING.

[@mohamostafa23]

I love your way of reviewing stuff. Professional and never gets me bored

[@ja_wu470]

Video quality: 10/10 Everything else: 10/10

[@ICalverz]

Detroit borg is the best. No bullshit. Straight to the action. Love it

[@robincobb8611]

I’d like to see a video with that hdmi adapter.

[@aimee74075]

Me too

[@ScaryJawn5059]

@@aimee74075 same here

[@LauraVegaElDiaQue]

@@ScaryJawn5059 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXO7opynd8d-gpY

[@GregsGadgets]

Thank you!!! I was looking into getting one of these. Much love, Mike!

[@MannyFilmsTV]

GregsGadgets can you sync this to Spotify

[@danilosilva81]

like the features, setup was difficult for some of my devices (August Door lock, kzbin.infoUgkxhB5YOMNj04GuoAosExygP4cH-dKeb4aB Bose speaker)... but all switches and outlets (5), thermostat, tankless water heater. Unfortunately all I can do is turn on/off Bose. It doesn't support volume or changing channels, but I believe that is due to the particular speaker I have.... Worth getting if you already have other devices to use it with... I don't sit around and ask Alexa questions much so that doesn't really matter to me....

[@Silmapuoli]

I just bought my first set of Philips Hue series (a Starter kit, Lightstrips and more light bulbs). But I still drool for these Play Bars. The light power is amazing, and they look... modern. They'd be fantastic on a PC-table. Too bad I blew already so much money on my set-up and these alone cost 129€/$ a pair. But I'll get them, some day I will... lol.

[@WillXR_1989]

Yes try with an HDMI connection so I can see how it works

[@LauraVegaElDiaQue]

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[@VeritechGirl]

Was about to turn in, but had to watch this - who needs sleep, lol

[@loungetrend6645]

My thoughts now covid has hit😂😂

[@HollandBest.nr1]

@@loungetrend6645 same here stil lol

[@cherpa007]

I’d love to see how this works with a TV and I’m curious if other lights on the network like a led light strip can be included into it to have a full room surround ambiance all working with the images from the tv

[@RomboutVersluijs]

You can but they need to be Philips Hue to hook into that HUB, that way you can control everything

[@sachirayapa6335]

First to like and was waiting for this. you are my All time favorite Tech KZbinr. Keep it up, Mike!

[@oscarnorth7245]

Let's see them with the TV!!

[@dogsgobooom]

Yes. TV HDMI adapter review please.

[@sakshisweety1245]

His reviews are so satisfying

[@page76metalcraft19]

You're easily satisfied

[@samuellikkel500]

No bs just a review I absolutely love it!!!

[@potatoarms]

I had chilled cow on in the background and its surprising how in time you were, sounded surprisingly good

[@AboodAlmodhi]

Great review mike The video quality is perfect 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 You are one of the best tech youtuber

[@SteveMunguia]

What background is that on the screen?😮

[@j.filmssss]

Might be too late but..... Aurora Susa by Robert Jones

[@arki3134]

@@j.filmssss never too late

[@j.filmssss]

@@arki3134 😂

[@naeemakhter5666]

The best reviewer on KZbin!!!!

[@thefilmpoets]

gotta love that LED flicker. They could have made these non-flickering given how many youtubers use these guys.

[@EyeDentify]

At the time of me writing this the only way that i am aware of to sync the TV content with your HUE lights without "Hue Sync" is if it is a Philips TV with "Ambilight" feature. The TV in itself has lights but can also as far as i know sync with other HUE lights in your setup. Check to be sure.

[@syedumerahmed9514]

Your LG desktop monitor is just awesome to look at with that wallpaper And the hue lights compliment the viewing experience...👌👌

[@TechInfusion]

Yes! I've been waiting for your review to see if I should purchase these. Thank you for this video!

[@jopes1775]

Mind to provide a quick link to the background of your desktop please? And, awesome video. Missed some of your non-Apple product reviews and unboxings.

[@Av987]

Loool, something new. This is just like the Philips Ambx set all over again. I had that more than 15 years ago.

[@krige]

How are the bars connected to the computer? Is the light strip at 2:40 part of this product?

[@Gameisinthename]

These are a must-have! Please do a video on the hdmi adapter for a TV

[@vlad3k660]

Do you need also a Philips Hue Bridge to connect them or you can connect the Hue Play Light Bar directly to the sync app? Nice video!

[@TheBlecht]

Wait, who glues the light strip to their monitor? It comes with adhesive on the back and is plenty strong.

[@sladewatkins7172]

Would love to see a video on the TV integration... might snag it for myself if it’s interesting enough

[@AndroidDrummer]

Wow, I didn't even know these existed. Exactly what I've been looking for. Thanks again for another excellent review!

[@JosiahPugh]

What wallpaper is that? It's amazing!

[@gauravramasani9395]

Thanks Mike! Been looking forward to the new videos

[@Neolith_]

Been meaning to upgrade my setup for awhile now. Editings gonna be a helluva lot more colorful

[@Peter-tm4sx]

Can you link the wallpaper on your desktop? It’s awesome

[@Toliman.]

I think I was doing this in 2014 with Kodi ... before the LED strips and using the old, slower hub v1 which often guessed a color to use. And the old Gen1/2 bulbs didn't really handle green, blue or purple at all, due to the overdose of yellow and lack of blue LEDs. now that Qdot and SMD's exist, and perhaps capellix or similar filtered 'dot' SMD's, it might be cheaper to get a decent bar-type SMD with good RGB. Bias lighting tends to work as long as you don't see the source or shadowing IMO. 2 or 3 lights tends to work best, but it looks like you can add more with Play and strips adding to the ambient effect.

[@artyboy1377]

I ordered the 2pc lightbar + extension and the bridge after watching your video. I'm glad I did as I was considering the Corsair LT100/LS100s before watching your video. They are very expensive for ambient lights but you get what you pay for for the quality you get + the smart home apps support. I actually have a Logitech G560 which has light sync stereo speakers but they are just not bright or intensive enough.

[@IS0LAT0R]

There are already reviews and unboxing of the 2018 iPad Pro but I wanna see it from you because you do it the best!!

[@ccckv]

What HDMI adapter are you talking about? I don't think there is such thing...

[@irajasadi4889]

Thank you for your great video. May I ask what is your monitor model?

[@mlk4life]

I love them - but I feel like they are more worth 2 for $80.00. Its a good product. Maybe if I have a need I'll try to pick them up at the price I mentioned.

[@andrewhofmann888]

Fantastic video! I have been watching you for years and I am a big fan! Thank you for all that you do! Also I would like to see another video with the hdmi.

[@Blessed-ki5eb]

Do you need a hue bridge just to be able to change the colors from your phone ?

[@michaelk.3268]

David Adams yep

[@gijsdegroot7602]

Philips is just now coming out with hue products that use bluetooth, for example, they have a standard bulb which now has bluetooth so you no longer need the bridge. I am not sure however which products have bluetooth. I think that the playbars do not but philips might me coming out with them, i am not sure.

[@oddashuman]

I’m torn with Philips Hue lately. I’m glad that they really seem to be doubling down and releasing new hue lights but it feels like they could do a lot better. These don’t get anywhere near the brightness they should.

[@jkthedovahkiin1656]

Will you do the Unboxing & Review for 2018 MacBook Air, 2018 Mac mini and 2018 iPad Pro? If so, when?

[@matiasg19]

Do you need the hue bridge for what you have done in this video?

[@DetroitBORG]

Yes!

[@matiasg19]

@@DetroitBORG I dont if you mentioned it at all, but you should've mentioned it right in the begining. Otherwise these things are useless.

[@cedric182]

@@DetroitBORG I’ve of you to mention this now 🥲

[@matthewpink123]

Such a great and comprehensive review - thanks!

[@jacobhenson3952]

Really cool Mike. Do they show up in the apple home app and do they show up as one light or 2 separate lights ?

[@Phaseish]

Philips Hue Smart Hub (Works with Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) DO YOU NEED this in order for these to work? awesome review man!

[@Deadpoolio47]

You need the Hue Bridge in order for them to work

[@Phaseish]

@@Deadpoolio47 yeah i bought it thanks , my only gripe with this is that you can't get a real deep red color.

[@kevinleven7482]

Just today I was wanting to see if there was any good reviews out there. THANKS !!!!

[@jacqbx]

So to use on a tv it needs a HDMI adapter? Also are you saying that you turn the lights off separately from the tv ?

[@AditDayalofficial]

Nice! Are you ready for the new Apple products? Which one are you most excited for?

[@amansehgal6817]

Was that nanoleaf at the top of your wall ? How did you sync them ?

[@tommie.9032]

That was nanoleaf, but it wasn't synced.

[@blakeivester1341]

Hey Mike, when are you gonna review the note 9? I'm really wanting that phone but since you are the best reviewer on KZbin I wanna get your input on it 🙂

[@AlBroMedia]

Hey Mike! Do you think these would be good for video production? Maybe a hair-light for an interview? Or even like running a KZbin channel?

[@robbiegloverofficial]

Hmmm, I've been debating whether to get these or a light strip to go behind my TV. I know you mentioned earlier in the video that the strips fit better behind the TV but you also mentioned how these work much better than a light strip and has more dimensions to work with than a light strip and you don't have sticky marks on the back of the TV. I have a 70" on the wall but I am wondering if it's better to have these if I can get them behind as opposed to the strip so I'm unsure? I'd want two so I can have two different colours (one at the top, one at the bottom) at the same time. Thanks for such a fantastic and informative review 😊

[@AndreiKovalev1]

Exactly the review I was looking for, thanks!

[@deadlinerhorus]

excellent Review, would like to see a HDMI Sync Box in addition, if only the Play Bar and the Sync Box would be less expensive...

[@jasondonaldson2150]

In this video it looks like the light bars are changing colours with regards to what’s on the TV screen. However I’m under the impression that you need the HDMI adaptor in order to make that functionality work. If I bought just the two light bar kit Will it work that way or do I need the HDMI adaptor

[@GreeniusGenius]

Use the Hue Sync app on your computer. Otherwise you’ll need the Hue Sync physical box if you want to use anything else.

[@niclasgroth786]

Do you need the Hue Bridge to control them? And can you buy the bridge separately? (I only found Starter kits with light bulbs included on amazon)

[@simonlundh]

Did you do this with the HDMI to the TV? I didn't see a video on your channel with it ;O

[@tesstickle1727]

Great informative video 👍 Just one question - are these designed to add effects like the Philips amber light tv’s?

[@Kero_81]

Hello, do you know if its possible to have like 2 groups? Like 2 Play Lights for my Main PC Display and then 2 Play Lights for my TV when i sit on my Couch? So those two Groups are seperated? Or do i need to enable/disable the ones i dont use?!

[@dhowting]

Is there an option for a stand alone console set up yet? I run all my bluerays/ movies/ tv shows/ and games throguhy Xbox one hooked up to a 55" screen and pioneer 5.1 surround sound system. Being able to do this without adding a mini computer would be nice.

[@lucidium2000]

I was able to get this working by using the XBOX app on a PC, stream the XBox one screen to the PC so it is mirroring the tv, then run the hue sync app on the pc. it's a bit convoluted, but works great!

[@conraddevera]

So you only get one power supply? Thinking of using one for monitor and one for the tv. Might be worth to buy 2 1pc

[@dacook1987]

So these better then using the hue bloom behind a TV? Cast more light onto the walls?

[@Miaghy]

I love that wallpaper! Can you share it please? 😊

[@Ervin-1190]

Wow looks great. Mike, do you think these are easily attachable to a Thunderbolt Display? This would be a perfect solution to my quest for a interesting light behind my screen.

[@BraulioEscoboza01]

I like the content of this KZbin channel 😎

[@aboudianani2372]

Please review the Macbook Air along with the accessories!

[@virgendesign]

Are you just using adhesive tape to attach them to the back of your monitor?

[@mohamedabdlkareem4518]

I have a question. Will the hue play light bars work without the bridge? Can i just use the app to change colour ?

[@AB-yv3yf]

Hi, how should i place them in the back of my monitor? Should I place them on the stand and left right or on the middle back of the monitor slightly to the left and right? I have an ultra wide 32 inch monitor

[@ChampioniRiskz]

will the lights still look good with a wallpaper on the wall?

[@johnpollard7329]

Love the Locutus Funko! I’ve got him guarding my cubicle at work, but my home desk has Commander Zavala from the game Destiny and Archangel from X-Men. Great review btw

[@_MSD75_]

I wonder if these would work with photography, say if you want to give an image a certain colour hue?

[@Matty-H]

Is this hue brighter / better quality in your opinion than the hue light strip? Thanks

[@thstudio007]

Hello Mike. Which LG monitor are you using? It's looking great!

[@sammyhtb]

awesome video! where can we get that awesome wallpaper btw?

[@rikaardyyz3039]

Hi Enjoyed your video 😊, Just a quick question, after getting new TV etc I was looking at lighting , lights strips, although I've decided don't like the cheap strips. Like the light bars . Just got a 50 inch Qled and question is do I need Two or just one. At the moment in the UK one sells for £50 but there's a deal going for £85 for Two. Also can't see if they come with bulbs or even what kind of bulb/ filliment they use. Anyway if ??? U happen to see this tell me what u think, I think I like the light bars ,design , probably a lot of places I could use. But mostly I watch a lot of UHD movies just have a small light behind my TV. NO gaming thats on my PC. Ok thanks. PS just saw this an article "If you have a Philips Hue Bridge in your home, or don’t mind adding one, the Philips Hue Play light bars can deliver bias lighting to your home theater.", Don't know much about lighting esp smart stuff and that makes out I need to already have the basic Philips stuff ???

[@mcndev21]

Didn't know these existed! I need to check these out, thanks for the review!

[@gurmeharbajwa6020]

Just the way to finish my week 👌🏽

[@PlayHardGAMES]

Subs at 4:37 :D I'm always excited to cover a human!

[@antoniomartins3836]

Very interesting video. I would like to watch a video of these with a tv setup as it’ll be a must have for me.

[@foshizzlefy]

Can you buy these 2 lamps stand-alone and still connect it with th app? or do you need the hue bridge for that?

[@iyerishco.7838]

I do not have any other phillips hue product.. will I need a hub for this? Can I connect it to the desktop hue app directly?

[@Medialook]

Are they flicker free? I saw some flicker - I want to use it as accent light for filming.

[@Arcaigo]

Do you need the Philips Bridge to be able to change the colors with your phone/computer ?

[@gabrieldominguez6560]

What cool features and what a cool review as well!

[@pb2125]

What is the length of the cable from the light bar to power switch

[@volkankvncsy385]

Can we use this hue plays without sync box with 2020 sony lcd tv,? We have 4-5 google hue app for android tvs, but sync box is so so expensive in turkey and also no one selling them yet.

[@Bexsse]

What did you say, does this work with a hdmi cable to a tv thats not a philips tv with ambiance?

[@dhonziezerda5143]

Are you using the hub or you can just use it stand alone with the apps in the phone as remote?

[@ZodiakV1]

Except the thing you didn’t mention us the bars them self or $60 each and the power bridge that you have to use to turn on the bars are sold separately for $60

[@em1ownerify]

Please can you tell me about the hdmi adapter for working with the tv?? Can it work with a Samsung? I have a ks9500 and just got these