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How to control Philips Hue with Siri shortcuts

January 14, 2024

Master controlling Philips Hue with Siri Shortcuts. Simplify your life by integrating voice commands for seamless smart lighting experiences.

How to control Philips Hue with Siri shortcuts

 

Set Up Philips Hue and Siri Shortcuts

 

  • Ensure your Philips Hue system is set up and connected to your Wi-Fi network. You should be able to control the lights using the Philips Hue app.
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  • Make sure your iOS device is updated to the latest version for optimal compatibility.
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  • Download the Philips Hue app from the App Store and create an account if you haven’t already.
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  • Open the Home app on your iOS device and add your Philips Hue lights to your HomeKit setup.
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  • Verify that Siri is enabled on your device by going to Settings > Siri & Search and turning on "Listen for 'Hey Siri'".

 

Create Siri Shortcuts for Philips Hue

 

  • Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone or iPad.
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  • Tap the '+' icon to create a new shortcut.
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  • Select "Add Action" and use the search bar to find actions related to the Philips Hue. You might use options like "Set Light" or other HomeKit-compatible actions.
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  • Configure the action by selecting the specific lights and adjusting settings like brightness, color, or turning on/off.
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  • Once your action configuration is complete, tap "Next" to name your shortcut. Choose something simple and easy to remember like "Turning on the Living Room Lights".
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  • Tap "Done" to save your shortcut.

 

Activate the Shortcut Using Siri

 

  • After setting up your shortcut, you can trigger it by saying, "Hey Siri," followed by the shortcut name, such as "Turning on the Living Room Lights".
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  • Ensure that your Philips Hue system is within a good range of the Wi-Fi to receive the command accurately.
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  • If Siri does not execute the command, check your Siri and HomeKit settings to ensure permissions are correctly configured.
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  • For better accuracy, try to keep the shortcut names short and specific to avoid confusion in voice recognition.

 

Maintain and Update Shortcuts

 

  • Regularly check your Philips Hue app and Apple's iOS for updates as they may improve functionality and compatibility.
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  • Adjust and refine your shortcuts as your lighting needs change. You can edit them via the Shortcuts app.
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  • If a shortcut stops working, check the configuration in the Shortcuts app and ensure all HomeKit settings are current.

 

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