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g_ronzino
I think we have to go beyond the sole Business case analysis. Probably the bulb ...
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Philips, Apple offer web-controlled LED lighting
Peter Clarke
10/30/2012 1:16 AM EDT
Smart light opens up applications
The use of ZigBee will enable hue lighting networks to be integrated with other ZigBee networks such as motion sensors and home thermostats, Philips said. It also means that software updates for the hue bulbs can be provided automatically via the Wi-Fi bridge.
Philips is planning to add other features such as an awareness of audio and video activity and geo-location so that bulbs will know where in the world they are and can be told when the user is nearing home. The consumer electronics giant is also looking to make the hue bulbs able to raise a flag when they have not been used during a specific period or length of time, offering possibilities associated with care of older people.
The hue interface software development kit (SDK) is being made available to third parties that want to develop additional functions or applications that interact with the system. However, Philips said it would require that all such functions and applications are tested by Philips to ensure they are "viable."
"Philips hue is a game changer in lighting," said Bruno Biasiotta, CEO and president of Philips Lighting North America, in a statement. "Just as our experiences with phones, televisions and movies have evolved, thanks to hue, we'll never look at or interact with lighting in the same way again. At Philips, we continue to redefine the art of the possible with LED technology, and hue pushes the boundaries even more, not just in offering great light quality, but in how lighting can be digitized and integrated with our world to further simplify and enhance our lives," he added.
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The use of ZigBee will enable hue lighting networks to be integrated with other ZigBee networks such as motion sensors and home thermostats, Philips said. It also means that software updates for the hue bulbs can be provided automatically via the Wi-Fi bridge.
Philips is planning to add other features such as an awareness of audio and video activity and geo-location so that bulbs will know where in the world they are and can be told when the user is nearing home. The consumer electronics giant is also looking to make the hue bulbs able to raise a flag when they have not been used during a specific period or length of time, offering possibilities associated with care of older people.
The hue interface software development kit (SDK) is being made available to third parties that want to develop additional functions or applications that interact with the system. However, Philips said it would require that all such functions and applications are tested by Philips to ensure they are "viable."
"Philips hue is a game changer in lighting," said Bruno Biasiotta, CEO and president of Philips Lighting North America, in a statement. "Just as our experiences with phones, televisions and movies have evolved, thanks to hue, we'll never look at or interact with lighting in the same way again. At Philips, we continue to redefine the art of the possible with LED technology, and hue pushes the boundaries even more, not just in offering great light quality, but in how lighting can be digitized and integrated with our world to further simplify and enhance our lives," he added.
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www.meethue.com
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SylvieBarak
10/30/2012 2:43 PM EDT
Super smart move by Philips here. Not that LED lighting that can be controlled via smartphone is new or exceptional, but teaming up with Apple is. Guaranteed way to make an impact and a profit at the same time.
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someEmbeddedGuy
10/31/2012 12:35 PM EDT
Interesting product, however $59 a bulb seems a bit steep...
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mondoe
10/31/2012 7:38 PM EDT
the $59 is a very good price for what it can do !, I am in Australia and ou home automation system (Schneider (Clipsal in Australia)C-Bus) has just cost us $100K for the relays and installation in our new home !!, that is alot of bulbs ! and also they do not do as much as this system... on/off dim and timed !. This is really the start for IOT through the main stream channels !.
Bring it on I say !!
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peter.clarke
10/31/2012 10:13 PM EDT
I am pretty sure this is an introductory price set to relieve early adopters of their money. Once the Apple Store crowd has paid up I expect Philips to drop the price and the exclusivity.
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WKetel
11/1/2012 6:56 PM EDT
Just what we need, internet enabled light bulbs for hackers to play with. I give it about a week before the real fun begins.
What about using up all of the internet addresses just so that somebody can show off how cool they are controlling the lights from their phone? Wireless will be far more hacker resistant, but even there it seems to be far more a solution running around in search of a problem. Really, who needs it?
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peter.clarke
11/1/2012 7:37 PM EDT
I agree that security is a vital part of the equation.
However, it is not a question of who needs it? Rather it is a question of who will pay for it ....and how much?
After all you don't really NEED electricity...you could use candles, etc., but you are prepared to pay for it.
Philips clearly think the Apple Store crowd will pay if only for five minutes fun of making their lights change color
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g_ronzino
11/5/2012 2:18 AM EST
I think we have to go beyond the sole Business case analysis. Probably the bulb cost is too high and the external gateway to be used not the best way to push the service but pls note the following BIG cultural change associated with HUE:
1) for the first time lamps (in general) becomes clinet/end points of the Home Network
2) Apple starts considering fixed/IoT services and application a nes frontier for getting revenue.
I think it is great for all the people interesetd in IoT!
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