How to Connect Philips Hue Devices?

In order to connect Philips Hue ethernet devices, you need to make use of an ethernet bridge. Also, you need to ensure that the latest firmware version is updated on Hue Bridge. It is not possible to connect the Hue lights directly.

In order to update the firmware of the Hue Bridge, all you need to do is to close the Hue mobile application and disconnect the bridge for at least 10 seconds. Connect it back in and then reboot the Hue app.

To Know Which Devices it Supports in the SmartThings App.

Go to the touch menu of the home screen.
Touch supported devices.
Touch Philips Hue.

Connect the Philips Hue Device to the SmartThings App:

If you are using SmartThings Hub, then it is advisable to connect Philips Hue to SmartThings app by following the steps given below. If you connect Philips Hue and SmartThings, Hue will make a connection using Local Area Network.

In Order to Connect SmartThings with Philips Hue, Set up Your Philips Hue Bridge Using Philips Hue Android or iOS App. After that, Perform These Steps in the SmartThings Mobile App.

Step 1 : Go to the Home Screen, tap on the icon of Plus (+) and then tap on Add Device.

Step 2 : Click on Philips Hue.

Step 3 : Tap on lighting and then go to Philips Hue with SmartThings Hub.

Step 4 : Select the place where you can keep the device and then select Next.

Step 5 : After that, the app will start looking for the devices.

Step 6 : Wait for a few seconds so that the Hub can discover the Hue Bridge on its own. After that, as asked press the button on the Hue bridge to connect it to the SmartThings Hub.

Step 7 : After that, SmartThings will locate Hue lights connected to the Hue Bridge. All the devices will be displayed on the screen once they are discovered. Now, connect.

Please ensure that your Philips devices and SmartThings Hub are on the same local area network. They will only work together if they are on the same network.

So these are the steps that one needs to follow in order to connect Philips hue devices to the SmartThings app. We hope that this article could clear your doubts regarding connecting Philips Hue Devices. If you are still having some issues, then you can get them fixed by contacting the Philips customer support team.