![]() Another gripe is the battery can’t be replaced (at least not easily). There is unfortunately nothing to tell you what percent is left during use. If the device is plugged in, it will always remain in standby mode when off.Ĭharging up to a full battery takes around 90 minutes. Standby mode allows you to activate the Hue Go from your phone while it is off. This limits the power usage and will stay active for 2 hours before fully shutting down. When you’re done using the light, you can turn it to standby mode. This felt like a concern at first, but at 40% I was surprised how bright it still was. The light operates at a maximum 40% brightness on battery to conserve power. This drops dramatically if you’re using it on brighter settings. I’d put that closer to 2 hours with the best possible circumstances. Philips states you can get around 3 hours of use off the charger. Battery life and chargingįor portable use, the battery might be the most important aspect of the device. They are arguably the most connected brand in the smart home industry. Their bridge works with Nest, IFTTT, Logitech, Samsung SmartThings, Razer, and a slew of others. Philips has an impressive compatibility list. They allow you to turn on and off the Go (as long as it is in standby mode), change colors, and dim. Voice commands work with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Microsoft Cortana and Siri through Apple HomeKit. If you have a Hue Bridge, you will get all the smart home compatibility you find from other Philips Hue products. Last updated on 12:59 am Smart Compatibility I even got it to work with the Hue Disco app to sync it to some music. There are the other standard functions in the Hue app such as scheduling, timers, and alarm. ![]() Philips boasts a whopping 16 million color combinations. This gives you control through the app on your phone to change the color, brightness, and temperature. With that said, the value is with the integration to your existing Philips bridge. Simply charge it up and get start using it like any other “dumb” light. It doesn’t even require connecting to the internet or your phone. Using the Hue Go does not require being part of the Philips Hue ecosystem. So think twice if you plan on using this on your neck rock climbing excursion. The shell will crack if dropped on a hard surface and it is not waterproof (it is however built to withstand high humidity levels). It is fine for home and some outdoor use, but isn’t designed to take much abuse. The Philips Hue Go is not a heavy-duty product. Removing the plug can be a pain if you have larger hands, but is just a minor annoyance.įor the most part, I love the minimalist design and how it functions. ![]() The cord Philips provides is extra long with a transformer at the end. This is surprisingly intuitive for single button control.Ī power cord can connect to the back for recharging and running off an outlet. And holding down the button for 2 seconds will put it into sleep mode. Double tapping and holding the button lets you cycle through the colors. Pushing the button will turn it on and allow you to cycle through the 7 lighting presets. On the back is a single button that controls all the manual functionality of the device. You can fit the entire unit in the palm of your hand. That position feels a flimsy and may roll to the side if bumped. A small notch protrudes out the back to allow it to sit upright. The flat side has a slight convex curve to help push the light out in all directions. Shaped like a semi-sphere, it has a clear frosted exterior that allows light to shine from all sides. The saying “less is more” is proven true with the Hue Go design. It can also be plugged directly into a wall outlet. The device features a rechargeable battery that can give you up to 2 hours of use in the best conditions. The Hue Go retails for $80, which is a little high for a portable light. This compact device features an innovative design, vibrant color, and a ton of bonus features (if you have a Hue Bridge). But Philips has broken the mold with their Hue Go portable light. They can look clunky and don’t offer a lot of options. ![]() Some come in under-powered while others don’t provide much illumination time off the charger. Portable lights always seem to have problems.
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