note that the protocol probably doesn’t matter at all in this particular case. On most platforms, including, for example, Alexa routines, it’s possible for a motion sensor of one protocol to be used as a trigger for a smart light of a different protocol and still work very reliably.) Then tap Choose Group. If you connected multiple bulbs, you will have to tap Choose Device and set them up individually. You can skip the remaining steps and start using your Philips Hue bulbs without adding them to a group. If you tap Skip, you can start using Alexa to control your smart lights. However, that means you will have to use voice commands to turn each smart light off individually.

Next, tap Set Up Device. If some of your smart bulbs didn’t connect, you can also tap Add Another and repeat the process. Are you curious if the LIFX bulbs and Philips Hue Bulbs can work together? Read our post here to learn more.your Alexa device, there are some limitations on what you can do with it. You cannot activate an Alexa Routine with What's required? - A 'Philips Hue Bridge' (sold separately) is required for smart control. Simply connect your Bridge, install your new Philips Hue lights and take advantage of smart outdoor lighting via the 'Philips Hue' app Place your Alexa device in a convenient location where you can control it with your voice. For instance, if your smart lights are in your main living area, you want your smart speaker to be within earshot of you sitting on the couch. Next, select the room where the light is. If you don’t see the group you want to add your bulb to, tap Skip. You can always add your lights to groups later. Plug in the Philips Hue Bridge to your router with the ethernet cable included in your starter kit. This will connect all of your Philips smart bulbs and Motion Sensor to your WiFi network.

To connect the motion sensor to your Alexa device, make sure the Philips Hue Motion sensor is in pairing mode in the Hue app. We’re curious how and where you set up smart home automations, as well as why you’ve chosen your particular method. Consider answering three simple questions in our survey found here. No personal information is collected through the survey, and we will only be using the information in-house. Additionally, we’ll share the results with all of you in the near future. Next, install your smart lights and the Hue Motion Sensor. You can easily mount the device anywhere to detect motion. Sit in on a shelf, mount it to a wall, or place it on a magnetic surface by using the included magnet. Your Hue Bridge should already be plugged in, connected to Wi-Fi and added to your Hue app. If you haven’t done that yet, first install your Hue Bridge.Then open the Google Home app. If you don’t have the app, you can get it on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.