STACK #217 November 2022

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RS Outdoor smart lighting offers peace of mind when it comes to deterring intruders – a motion sensor turns them into vigilant sentries that protect your home. Add a Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor to your smart home ecosystem for automatic control of Hue outdoor lights. Wireless and battery powered, it can be positioned anywhere quickly and easily.

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The arrival of warmer weather and the looming festive season means it's time to take the party outside and spruce up the backyard with some smart home tech that will enhance your outdoor entertainment space. Words Adam Colby LET THERE BE LIGHT

with 16 million colours. Each individual LED can be customised for colours, whites, effects and intensity levels using the FX Wizard tool, which detects every LED via your phone’s camera – simply take a snap in-app to serve as a light map and get creative! You can also extend an outdoor lighting display by adding other Twinkly products like the Twinkly Icicle 190 LED RGBW Lights and Twinkly String 600 LED RGBW Lights for a synchronised light show. Or sync them to music with the Twinkly Music Dongle (sold separately). The Twinkly Festoons are IP44 rated for water resistance and have a 30,000-hour lifespan. Wiz Colour and White String Lights 12 bulbs on a long 14.8-metre string will add a festive touch to any outdoor event. Choose from preset dynamic lighting modes or customise your own display with full automation via Google and Alexa. These durable smart lights will withstand rain, wind and snow, so there’s no need to take them down when the weather turns bad. Philips Hue Outdoor Bluetooth Strip Add a touch of colour or ambient white to gardens, pathways and balcony railings with this fully flexible weatherproof light strip, which diffuses light so the strip isn’t visible. An outdoor power supply is included, but a Philips Hue Bridge is required to enable smart control. Available in two and five metre lengths.

S tylish and easy to install, smart lighting brightens up the backyard and brings a burst of colour and personal expression to your outdoor entertaining space, as well as adding a tranquil glow to the garden. The versatile and customisable nature of smart lighting offers a range of control options, from voice commands and phone apps, to hubs and smart speakers linked to a

Control is simple via the Hue App, which will save desired settings, and connection to the Philips Hue Bridge (sold separately) offers further control and limitless possibilities. Alexa, Google and Homekit ecosystem compatibility brings the convenience of voice control. The Lily XL is fully

weatherproof and IP65 rated for higher protection, especially if

compatible home ecosystem. You’re outdoors to relax, and the convenience of remote control lets you do just that. Illuminating the outdoors can start with a single bulb and progress to encompass spotlights, floodlights, strip lighting, deck and step lighting, a festoon of festive bulbs, and LED panels for undercover and enclosed areas. Choose a position and there’s likely to be a smart lighting option that’s the perfect fit. And while outdoor smart lights are designed to withstand the elements, it’s always best to check their UV and weather resistance before you buy. Philips Hue Outdoor Lily XL Spotlight A powerful 80-watt spotlight in a low-voltage fixture, the Lily XL will bring your outdoor space to vibrant life. Experiment with 16 million colours and different shades of white to create the perfect party atmosphere, or accentuate pathways, trees and landscaping with elegant mood lighting.

positioned in a garden bed.

Twinkly Festoon RGB Lights Perfect for the approaching festive season, festoon lights add a party atmosphere or a decorative touch to an alfresco area. String

them around a verandah or deck, and bring a twinkly touch to gardens and trees. Simply plug in and connect to the free app for preset lighting effects, or create your own

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