Philips Hue is introducing ‘Sports Live,’ a feature that synchronizes smart lighting with live sports events, including the upcoming World Cup. This innovation brings the stadium atmosphere into your home by adjusting lights to match in-game actions.
According to Philips Hue, ‘Sports Live’ offers dynamic lighting effects for key moments such as goals, yellow and red cards, set pieces, and penalties. The experience includes a dramatic kickoff countdown and celebratory animations for the winning team at the end of the match. These effects are designed to enhance the viewing experience by extending the excitement beyond the TV screen.
Setting up ‘Sports Live’ requires at least one color-capable Philips Hue light. The process, which takes approximately 5-10 minutes, involves selecting your favorite team and choosing the room where the lighting effects will occur. Users can customize their experience by picking preferred match scenes and adjusting brightness levels during the game.
While deeper integration is available for Samsung TV users, owning a Samsung TV is not necessary to enjoy ‘Sports Live.’ The feature is accessible through the latest Philips Hue app update, allowing a broad range of users to participate in this immersive experience.
Philips Hue products are available from various retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Crutchfield, and the Philips Hue store.
As reported by 9to5Google, ‘Sports Live’ represents a significant advancement in home entertainment, offering fans a more engaging way to experience live sports. This feature not only enhances the visual aspect of watching games but also creates a more immersive environment that brings the excitement of the stadium into the living room.
Source: 9to5Google
