Hue Sync TV app

For Samsung TVs

Sync the lights in your home theater to anything you watch on your Samsung TV — no matter how you play it.1

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Sync with movies and shows

The Hue Sync TV app works with native smart apps such as Netflix and Disney+, HDMI devices, and set-top boxes. In short: anything you watch on your screen.

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Sync with video games

Whether you use a gaming console or the Samsung Gaming Hub, you can sync your lights to every game you play. Play up your power ups. Enhance every battle. All in a wash of reactive light.

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Seamless light syncing

Watch your lights react to the content on your screen — no lag, no delay. Just instant surround lighting.

Personalise the experience

Customise the way your lights react. Change the intensity, adjust the brightness, and more.

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Check your TV compatibility

The Hue Sync TV app is available on almost all 2022 or newer 60 Hz and 120 Hz Samsung TVs.

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Set up your Philips Hue system

You’ll need a Hue Bridge and colour-capable Philips Hue lights, set up in an Entertainment area in your Hue app.

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Buy the Hue Sync TV app

Download and buy the Hue Sync TV app and connect it to your Philips Hue smart lighting system.

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Questions & Answers

The Philips Hue Sync TV app is available on 2022 and newer Samsung QLED TVs in the Q60 or higher range (support for Q700 coming soon). If your TV supports the Philips Hue Sync TV app, it will appear when you search for it in Apps. Alternatively, check the product specifications of your TV model on www.samsung.com.

What do I need to use the Philips Hue Sync TV app?

To sync your lights to your TV with the Philips Hue Sync TV app, you’ll need the following:

A compatible Samsung TV1
Philips Hue app signed in to your free Hue account
Hue Bridge

At least one White and colour ambiance light

You can purchase the app directly on your compatible Samsung TV. First, download the app from the store. Open the app and follow the instructions to complete the purchase. If you can't find the app in the app store, update your TV to the latest software. Still can't find it? Check your TV's specifications to ensure it supports the Philips Hue Sync TV app on www.samsung.com.

You can use the same Samsung account to purchase the Philips Hue Sync TV app on multiple TVs, but each purchase is tied to one TV. You’ll need to make separate purchases if you would like to use the app on more than one TV.

Yes. You’ll need an Internet connection both to purchase the app and to sync your lights.

Yes! With the Philips Hue Sync TV app, you can sync your lights to anything playing on your screen. This includes content from smart TV apps such as Netflix, set-top boxes, gaming consoles, streaming sticks, and more.

The Philips Hue Sync TV app is software that you can download on compatible Samsung TVs. The Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box is hardware that connects to your TV with an HDMI cable. The other main difference is that the Philips Hue Sync TV app is only available for Samsung TVs, while the Hue sync box can be used with any brand of TV.

The Philips Hue Sync TV app can also sync with any content playing on the screen, including smart TV apps. The Hue sync box syncs content that passes through it, so smart TV apps do not work with it. You can read more about the differences between the two options here.

The Philips Hue Sync TV app can be used on one TV and can’t be transferred to another TV. The Hue sync box can be used with any TV and can be moved from one to the other.

Yes. The Philips Hue Sync TV app works on compatible 60 Hz and 120 Hz Samsung TVs using all video formats.

You can buy the Philips Hue Sync TV app in the app store on your TV using the payment options provided by the app store on your TV.

Yes! In the Hue app, go to Settings > Entertainment areas and select your TV's Entertainment area. Tap When sync stops to choose what your lights do when they stop syncing.

As of now, voice control is not available for the Philips Hue Sync TV app.

Yes. You're able to request a refund for the Philips Hue Sync TV app for up to 14 days after purchase.

1 Available on 2022 and newer Samsung QLED TVs in the Q60 or higher range (support for Q700 coming soon). If your TV supports the Hue Sync TV app, it will appear when you search for it in Apps. Alternatively, check the product specifications of your TV model on www.samsung.com.