Philips Launches £79.99 TV Sync System
The new Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Lightstrip is cheaper than the Philips Hue version and includes a light strip, using the Wiz Wi-Fi platform and app
Philips has released a new TV Screen Sync system under its Smart Lighting brand, which is cheaper than the Philips Hue version and includes a light strip. The Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Lightstrip is available in the UK and Europe in two sizes, with prices starting at £79.99 (about $110 / AU$150).
The two models of Screen Sync with Strip Light are designed for different TV sizes, with the smaller one made for 40- to 50-inch TVs and costing £79.99 (about $110 / AU$150). The larger model is made for 55- to 65-inch TVs and costs £99.99 (about $140 / AU$190).
The Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Lightstrip uses the Wiz Wi-Fi platform and app, and includes a camera with a fisheye lens to capture the entire screen. This allows it to sync the on-screen colors with its four-sided RGBIC strip mounted behind the TV. Additionally, the system has a built-in mic to sync lights with music.
The Philips Hue Play Screen Sync, which launched last month, is a more affordable way to synchronize smart lights with a TV than using a Hue Play HDMI Sync Box. However, the new Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Lightstrip is an even more affordable option, and includes a light strip as part of the package.
## Why it matters The release of the Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Lightstrip provides consumers with a more affordable option for syncing their smart lights with their TV. The system's simplicity and ease of use, combined with its lower price point, make it an attractive alternative to the Philips Hue version. This could be particularly appealing to those who want a Hue-esque sync system without the higher cost.
## What happens next As the Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Lightstrip becomes available in the market, it will be interesting to see how it compares to the Philips Hue version in terms of performance and user experience. The system's use of the Wiz Wi-Fi platform and app may also raise questions about compatibility and integration with existing smart home systems.
