Smart lights company Philips Hue has launched its first wired wall modules. Installed behind existing wall switches, the new devices bring non-smart lights into the Hue ecosystem for the first time. Hue also announced new Play table and floor lamps that are more affordable versions of its Signe series, alongside upgrades to its E14 candle bulbs that add a broader white light spectrum and Matter-over-Thread compatibility.
The new lights are available globally, but the Wired Wall Switch Modules are Europe-only. Signify CTO George Yianni told The Verge that there are currently no plans to launch them in the US, but the company would consider doing so if there’s enough interest.
The modules are in-wall relays that install behind existing switches to control any non-smart light connected to them, such as recessed ceiling or pendant lights. These can then be controlled in the Hue app alongside Hue’s smart bulbs. Several companies, including Aqara and Shelly, offer in-wall relays that add smart control to existing lights, but these are the first that work with the Hue app.
There are three versions of the Hue Wired Wall Switch Modules, starting at €44.99: a 1-channel module for single-rocker switches, a 2-channel module for double-rocker switches, and a dimmer module. A fourth module is a wired version of Hue’s existing battery-powered wall module, letting you use your existing light switch to control Hue lights.
The new Play Table Lamp (9.99) and Play Floor Lamp Max (49.99) are lower-cost alternatives to Hue’s Signe lamps. Designed for Hue’s entertainment ecosystem, they can sync with movies, music, and games through the Philips Hue Sync Box or Hue Sync apps.
The upgraded candle bulbs cost 09.99 for a two-pack. Upgrades include increased lumen output, a broader white light spectrum (1000-20,000K), and Hue’s Chromasync color technology. Designed for decorative fixtures, chandeliers, and wall sconces, they dim to 0.2%. The bulbs now feature Matter-over-Thread technology, allowing them to pair directly with ecosystems like Apple Home and Google Home without requiring a Hue Bridge.
