Philips Hue is planning to launch a new collection of accessories this fall, according to a new report today by iCulture. The collection will include filament light bulbs and a brand-new smart plug.
This would be the first time that Philips Hue launches its own smart plug accessory, but it’s unclear if you will need a Philips Hue bridge to connect the plug or if it will be a standalone device. Today’s report states that you will be able to set schedules and timers on the plug and it will be compatible with HomeKit, Google Assistant, and Alexa.
Like other smart plugs, Philips Hue’s device will let you plug in a lamp, tea kettle, or other device so that you can control them through voice commands or via your smartphone. The smart plug will launch in Europe for €29.95 and in the United States for $24.95.
As for the light bulbs, Philips Hue is said to be planning to sell a small round, a large round, and an elongated variant of the filament bulbs. These bulbs have a predicted launch date of the second week of September and a price range of €19.95 to €29.95.
The new bulbs are believed to be Bluetooth-enabled, suggesting that you may not need a Philips Hue bridge to operate them. The fall collection will also introduce revamped versions of existing Philips Hue bulbs, including the Philips Hue Go device.
This article, "Philips Hue Expected to Launch New Filament Light Bulbs and HomeKit Smart Plug This Fall" first appeared on MacRumors.com
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