You can control your connected lighting by app, from your smartwatch, by voice, and even by a good old-fashioned button, but Philips' latest addition to Hue only cares when you're around.

Easy to set up; Flexible lighting scene options; Long battery life

Only works with Hue ecosystem; Occasional brief lag in response to motion

Philips new Hue Motion Sensor is the latest addition to the company's Hue lighting ecosystem, providing a light and motion sensor that can be used to automate all of the Hue lights within a given room based on detecting motion, or a lack of motion.…

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I used this in a covered patio to turn on the lights for guests that walk up. Also, when the dog goes out at night, this turns on the lights for him. It doubles as a kind of security for anyone or anything walking around the house. LOL.

I have this connected via HomeKit. It's not only able to immediately turn on designated bulbs as soon as motion is detected, but it can also tell me the temperate in the room that this sensor is in. That's very cool!

SHARES The Philips Hue Motion sensor has been the go to device for many people already embedded in the Hue ecosystem, and it’s easy to see why when you buy one (or two in my case); they’re small, easy to mount, and most importantly they’re very fast to react.

This is my second Philips Hue Motion Sensor. This one is mounted in my foyer to turn on the lights when using the stairs. They are easy to install and configure effortlessly. Package arrived in less than 24 hours after placing the order. Highly recommend.

Cost; easy installation

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Very small, neat and discreet. Have one on the landing and one in the kitchen. Recommended for high traffic areas. Will be buying a couple more. Easy to mount with the supplied screw. Can be placed on the wall or ceiling and adjusted for both motion and daylight sensitivity.

The Hue Outdoor Sensor is the first outdoor HomeKit sensor, and adds motion, temperature, and light sensors to automate the outside of your Apple-centric smart home.

The Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor is a must-have accessory for homeowners using Philips Hue smart lighting products.

Controls Philips Hue lighting products both inside and outside the home; Well-designed app offers a plethora of control options; Relatively...

App limits you to controlling lights in a maximum of three "rooms; Battery compartment is difficultl to access; All the lights in a given room will...