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Philips Hue Adds AI Automation and Sonos Control to App

Philips Hue introduces Custom AI Behaviors for natural language lighting control and Sonos speaker integration.

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Philips Hue announced several software updates at the IFA tech show this week. [1] A new integration with Sonos speakers was announced, allowing users to control Sonos speakers with select Hue switches. [2] Custom AI Behaviors enables users to orchestrate complex lighting automations that were not previously achievable in the Hue app. [3] The new Custom AI Behaviors feature allows the Hue AI assistant to build automations based on natural language descriptions. [4] A two-pack of Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance bulbs is available for $46.17 at Amazon, a reduction from the original price of $76.99. [5] Amazon is offering a Labor Day sale featuring discounts on Philips Hue smart lighting products, including multi-packs of bulbs, strip lights, and lamps. [6] Apple is offering iPads, AirPods, and MacBooks starting from $99 during its Labor Day promotion. [7] The current Amazon Labor Day deal on Philips Hue bulbs does not require the buyer to be an Amazon Prime member. [8]
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  1. Philips Hue announced several software updates at the IFA tech show this week. · theverge.com
  2. A new integration with Sonos speakers was announced, allowing users to control Sonos speakers with select Hue switches. · theverge.com
  3. Custom AI Behaviors enables users to orchestrate complex lighting automations that were not previously achievable in the Hue app. · theverge.com
  4. The new Custom AI Behaviors feature allows the Hue AI assistant to build automations based on natural language descriptions. · theverge.com
  5. A two-pack of Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance bulbs is available for $46.17 at Amazon, a reduction from the original price of $76.99. · TechRadar
  6. Amazon is offering a Labor Day sale featuring discounts on Philips Hue smart lighting products, including multi-packs of bulbs, strip lights, and lamps. · TechRadar
  7. Apple is offering iPads, AirPods, and MacBooks starting from $99 during its Labor Day promotion. · TechRadar
  8. The current Amazon Labor Day deal on Philips Hue bulbs does not require the buyer to be an Amazon Prime member. · TechRadar
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