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Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K $594.96 (Was $699.95) Delivered @ Philips

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Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K $594.96 (Was $699.95) Delivered @ Philips
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Velocita on 11/05/2025 - 12:05 philips-hue.com (532 clicks)
Last edited 11/05/2025 - 12:21 by 1 other user

First, let me preface this by saying I understand this is outrageously expensive even with the reduction in price. Yes, Philips Hue products are overpriced. Yes, there are much cheaper alternatives like Govee.

But for those who are invested in the Hue eco system and prefer their reliability, ease of use and are happy to pay for the convenience, the deal might be for you.

This is the upgraded sync box that is HDMI 2.1 4k 120z, 8k 60hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos compatible. It was released about 7 months ago, people were asking for an upgraded spec to handle 2.1 4k 120hz for a long time.

You can get JB-HIFI online or instore to price match and then use your perks voucher for an additional $30 off.

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  • askbargain on 11/05/2025 - 12:23
    +2

    half price in 1-2 years

  • ToonarmY on 11/05/2025 - 12:32
    +6

    I have numerous hue products and always wanted the sync box as the Philips compatible TVs are limited here. But the cost of these seem absolutely insane. I can't see how the parts amount to what they are charging.

    Can't justify it

    • Lionheart on 11/05/2025 - 12:36

      Absolutely same here

    • InLaymansTerms on 11/05/2025 - 12:38
      +1

      I have a full hue sync setup and I can say I don’t use it as much as I thought I would.
      That being said, whenever I watch a new release movie at night and I’m using it, it still wows me.
      I am keen to upgrade the sync box so I can use my gaming consoles with the lights but it’s prohibitively expensive especially when I already invested in one already.

      Anyone want to buy a used sync box? lol.

      • Lionheart on 11/05/2025 - 13:14

        My surname is Layman, your username is awesome

        • BadPanda on 11/05/2025 - 20:07

          Username? not brave enough to ask ;)

  • hardya on 11/05/2025 - 12:42
    +1

    What does it do? Turn lamps on and off?

    • boredofficeworker on 11/05/2025 - 12:50

      Sync the lights to your TV. Search youtube for examples.

      • n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 11/05/2025 - 15:57

        what that's all it does??? I thought it was a wireless HDMI hub that supports 8K.

        you can get something from Govee which does TV syncing lights for $130. https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CZ94C7B1
        (they used to be much cheaper like $70 but seems like all the latest models come with a camera for better sync)

        • boredofficeworker on 11/05/2025 - 20:00
          +1

          Camera models are inferior and honestly just ugly if that matters to you. I have personally owned 2 myself and comparing them to the Sync box is like comparing apples to oranges. To compare apples to apples, you would need to look at the Govee AI Sync Box 2 which is around $300-400. Still cheaper than hue by a long way (Sync Box, Hue bridge and Lights cost near $1000) , but the lights are not as colour accurate or responsive with Govee. How much this matters is ultimately up to you. What is unfortunate is that Phillips know they have the best unit on the market and charge an absolutely ridiculous amount of money for it. Much like Apple, you pay the Hue tax, which irrespective of the quality of the product, feels pretty rough. I now own the sync box 8k and gradient light strips, the experience is amazing, but the cost was not.

          • greenie4242 on 18/05/2025 - 11:07

            @boredofficeworker: I'd love to try one but it's outside my budget by a huge margin. Don't doubt you that the Hue is much better for colour accuracy, I love my Govee camera set-up but it's certainly not perfect. It works with everything though.

            Does the Hue Sync Box 8K support DRM video streams such as Netflix over HDMI? Does it support Composite inputs from old game consoles? At the time I bought my Govee the only way to support those was camera or buying a TV with LEDs built in.

            • Nom on 18/05/2025 - 11:41

              @greenie4242:

              Does the Hue Sync Box 8K support DRM video streams such as Netflix over HDMI? Does it support Composite inputs from old game consoles?

              Yes and yes - you'll need a way to physically get the Composite video into the HDMI stream, but if for some reason you aren't using a dedicated upscaler then your AV Receiver will usually handle the conversion.

            • boredofficeworker on 18/05/2025 - 11:54

              @greenie4242: The 8K Sync Box (Sync Box 2.0 basically) is HDCP 2.3 compatible and all streaming services work without issue, including DRM content, HDR content etc.
              In terms of composite, you would need an adaptor to convert the composite outputs to an HDMI signal. The short answer is no, not natively, and the longer answer is - yes if you are willing to convert the output to HDMI.

              That being said, I can’t speak to how this would affect the overall experience as I emulate all my older titles. I find the convenience of emulation outweighs the tradeoffs and again that’s subjective, much like choosing to buy a CRT to run older consoles - it ultimately just boils down to how much of a purist you are and what you prefer.

  • Yanoflies on 11/05/2025 - 13:08
    +2

    HyperHDR works better, I built mine like 3-4 years ago and haven't had to touch it since and it still works flawlessly.

    I only have a HDMI 2.0 splitter (4k 60Hz) but if I ever upgrade my TV I just need to swap out the splitter box.

    All parts including the LED strip + splitter + Pi + capture card etc. was definitely less than $150 at the time, not sure on parts I used just look up HyperHDR for more info.

  • bargaino on 11/05/2025 - 13:25

    I think Signify is copying apple's strategy with the pro stand to get people talking.

  • dansozb on 11/05/2025 - 13:31
    +2

    If you have a fairly recent LG or Samsung TV, you might be better off buying the Hue Sync app. That way it works on all your devices, and streaming apps from the TV. You can also use it on several TVs if you have a few of them in the house:
    https://www.philips-hue.com/en-au/explore-hue/propositions/e…

    • erifyx on 11/05/2025 - 19:28

      You'd have to buy the app again on each TV.

      The app is only licensed for one TV. The app can't be shared or transferred.

      It's ridiculous considering how much it costs.

      Imagine your TV needs to be replaced via warranty and you gotta buy the app again. What a joke.

  • TheJoker on 11/05/2025 - 13:37
    +1

    This is outrageously expensive even with the reduction in price. Philips Hue products are overpriced. There are much cheaper alternatives like Govee

  • Fuzzyduck on 11/05/2025 - 13:44
    +1

    This could help https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4a7gd_3fCs

  • deanylev on 11/05/2025 - 13:53

    Much cheaper alternative that I use: https://fancyleds.com/en-au/products/hdmi-2-1-fancy-sync-box

    Keep in mind that Samsung/LG smart TVs also have a Hue sync app for $200 (ridiculous) - far cheaper than the box, with the added benefit of working with the built in smart TV apps.

  • jackwilk on 11/05/2025 - 17:41

    Hue sync app is free in Google Play. I run it on my Firestick. You can find a youtube video with how to.
    Hue stream.
    Seems like no longer. My bad :(

    • KaptainA on 15/05/2025 - 15:23

      You can find an older apk and sideload it. If you use streamio and other "non-official" apps it will work. It wont work with disney or copyright protected videos.

  • Oxygenzero on 11/05/2025 - 19:07

    Honestly, just having sync lights to sync a TV show/movie seems to make no sense financially, especially when you can do that only through HDMI or a fully supported Hue app. I have many Hue lights and bars. I just set them based on what I watch manually, and they do the job.
    Still support the OP post, ++ maybe when will be cheaper ill think again

    • greenie4242 on 12/05/2025 - 13:31

      Buying a TV makes no sense financially. Sure is enjoyable though.

      I've had Govee RGB sync lights on my TV for a couple of years now and love them! They're also excellent for watching music video clips, or just listening to music with a visualiser playing. Lights up the whole room rather than just the TV screen, so it becomes a more immersive experience.

      I like the Govee because it's camera based which works with all streaming services plus old non-HDMI video game consoles.

  • Alx75 on 12/05/2025 - 09:12

    As someone who is running 3 Hue bridges and I don’t even know how many lights, sensors and switches in and around the house, I’m fully aware how expensive Hue is, but I’m prepared to pay the price as it’s also the most reliable system out there.

    That being said, I will never ever buy this as the price is just ridiculous, even for the Hue “standards”. I don’t know if it’s available in Australia, but in EU you can actually buy (or subscribe to) the Hue sync app for Samsung and LG TVs and it’s at the fraction of the price of this overpriced box. And to add salt to wound of those who got the box, the app can actually do more than the box as it can sync colours to the live TV programs (the box is limited only to the HDMI connected devices). Sadly the app is not available for Android powered TVs

    I wanted to use the Hue gradient lights behind my TV for Plex and gaming, but didn’t want to pay $600 for the box, so I got myself a cheap Beelink Mini PC, hooked it up to the TV via HDMI and installed a free (I'm surprised they don't charge for it) Hue Sync app for Windows (available for OSX too). That syncs my lights perfectly for “free” when using Plex and doing remote play through Steam from my main desktop. The gaming is limited to 4K 60FPS/Hz as that’s the max Beelink’s HDMI can handle, but I don’t need more anyway.

  • Duplicity on 12/05/2025 - 22:12

    This is goals haha, I'll have to consider the app though for when I upgrade if TV supports

  • ruddiger7 on 14/05/2025 - 08:51

    Bought a brand new one on ebay yesterday at $550 with $50 coupon down to $500. Same seller likely has more.

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