Question 1

How do I add an accessory to my Philips Hue system?

Accepted Answer

You can add a smart accessory in the app:

Question 2

How do I reset a Philips Hue accessory to its default settings?

Accepted Answer

You can reset your Philips Hue smart light accessory to its default settings in the app:

Question 3

Where can I buy a Friends of Hue light switch?

Accepted Answer

Please contact the Friends of Hue partner for more information on where they are available.

Question 4

How do I delete a Philips Hue accessory from my setup?

Accepted Answer

You can delete a Philips Hue accessory in the Philips Hue app:

Question 5

How can I check the battery status of my battery powered Philips Hue accessory?

Accepted Answer

You can view your Philips Hue accessory's battery status in the Philips Hue app:

Question 6

How can I check the last status of Philips Hue accessories to see if the product still works when I use it?

Accepted Answer

You can view your Philips Hue accessory's last status in the Philips Hue app:

Question 7

I want to use my Philips Hue accessory with a third-party app. How do I set this up?

Accepted Answer

You can add Philips Hue accessories to different apps in the Philips Hue app:

Go to the Settings tab.
Tap Accessories.
Select the accessory from the list.
Tap Configure in another app at the bottom of the screen and follow the on-screen instructions. This will remove the accessory from Philips Hue setup.

Question 8

I want to use reconfigure my Philips Hue accessory to add new scenes, change lights, or change Rooms and Zones. How do I set this up?

Accepted Answer

You can reconfigure your Philips Hue accessory in the Philips Hue app:

Accessories