Comprehensive Energy Systems<\/a>, ZigBee can control devices within the 10-to-100-meter range in outdoor situations, but it can easily extend to up to 300 meters if there aren\u2019t any obstacles blocking the connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWith indoor situations, this figure might drop to 50 to 70% depending on the layout of the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That said, ZigBee technology acts like a mesh provider, which is perhaps the inspiration of the “Bridge” name. Basically, every bulb connected to the ZigBee network acts as a bridge. One bulb picks up the other bulb’s signals, which are then transferred to another bulb, further extending the range<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSo, if you have multiple bulbs interconnected with each other, you shouldn’t face any issues at all in terms of range and connectivity. In cases where the signal doesn’t pick up somewhere in the middle, all you have to do is to put a Hue bulb between the bridge and the device. The extra bulb or switch will function as a “repeater.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Is the Max Range of the Philips Hue Bluetooth? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In outdoor situations, Bluetooth connectivity can reach around 75 meters. The connection is unsurprisingly less indoors, clocking at around 7 to 9 meters<\/strong>. The greater the distance between you and the lights, the poorer the connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTherefore, you likely won’t be able to control first-floor lights via Bluetooth if you’re on the second floor, as it only covers a range of 30 or so feet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The max range of Philip Hue\u2019s network depends on the system\u2019s connectivity method. For Bluetooth-powered lights, the max range is around 30 feet. If you\u2019re using the Hue Bridge, the lights will work within the range of the Wi-Fi and the ZigBee network, which can extend to 300 feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Bluetooth option gives you an overall impression of smart lights’ look and feels before committing to a full-fledged Hue system.<\/a> If you have multiple Hue bulbs, I recommend investing a couple of dollars for a Hue Bridge so you can get the best of the technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Philips Hue is among the most popular brand of smart light in the world, and for good reason. It’s responsive, … <\/p>\n
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