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expiredAndyL8263 posted Jun 12, 2021 12:16 PM

Philips - Hue Play HDMI Sync Box - Black $229.99 + free shipping

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Jun 12, 2021 01:07 PM
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jugglingjeremyJun 12, 2021 01:07 PM
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I love my Sync Box. Makes the Gradient strip worth it.

I know it's not a deal, but it's in stock and that's hard to find. I'll be letting my brother know this is in stock. Thanks OP!!!
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Jun 12, 2021 01:25 PM
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nelksJun 12, 2021 01:25 PM
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Been looking for these to come back in stock for a while now and picked one up. Thanks OP!!
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Jun 12, 2021 01:47 PM
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dungeonlaaJun 12, 2021 01:47 PM
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It's also available on Philips hue site. I ordered it from Abt a few weeks ago and the order was on "scheduling shipping" status from the manufacturer for a while. Had to reorder it from Hue and cancel Abt. Already shipped. Not sure if BB ships directly from the manufacturer too.
Jun 12, 2021 03:27 PM
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wadam1230Jun 12, 2021 03:27 PM
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I'm a huge fan of hue. I have a tonic bulbs but this just seems lacking for the price tag. Doesn't compare to the look of the old dream screen or even philips ambilight. I'm not sure why this void has not been filled. I'd pay 300 for the box and individually assignable bulbs but not the box alone. Glad most enjoy it I just want better.
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Jun 12, 2021 03:32 PM
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bpendrakJun 12, 2021 03:32 PM
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Anybody know if there is a third party item that will work with Hue play bars / strips, etc that will do the same thing?
Jun 12, 2021 04:04 PM
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levans80Jun 12, 2021 04:04 PM
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Love the sync box. Got the gradient 65" on my LG OLED and 3 play bars all wired into an HD Fury arcana and Vertex2 and the my Sonos arc and setup. Sync box is the real deal
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Jun 12, 2021 04:05 PM
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tamasrepusJun 12, 2021 04:05 PM
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Quote from bpendrak :
Anybody know if there is a third party item that will work with Hue play bars / strips, etc that will do the same thing?
In terms of hardware, that will worked with DRM'ed content being sent to your TV (like Netflix, HBO Max) or gaming console over HDMI, no. At least nothing turn-key like this box is.

If you're only using unprotected content on your Google TV, there's software stuff like https://hyperion-project.org/ will work with any Hue product, (with caveats).

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Jun 12, 2021 04:10 PM
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lilweezy83Jun 12, 2021 04:10 PM
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Quote from tamasrepus :
In terms of hardware, that will worked with DRM'ed content being sent to your TV (like Netflix, HBO Max) or gaming console over HDMI, no. At least nothing turn-key like this box is.

If you're only using unprotected content on your Google TV, there's software stuff like https://hyperion-project.org/ will work with any Hue product, (with caveats).
https://glimmrtv.com
Jun 12, 2021 04:13 PM
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anujpuri85Jun 12, 2021 04:13 PM
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Anyone know if there is a new version coming out soon that will support newer gaming systems, Dolby vision, etc?
Jun 12, 2021 04:25 PM
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nincowJun 12, 2021 04:25 PM
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I picked up the set with three bars for $150 recently only because I assumed this was included. I can't believe this thing is $200+ by itself. Why? What's the point of the bars without this given where the bars are meant to be placed? I feel like I bought a console without the disc drive and the drive is an add on that costs more than the console.

This box should be included with every set of bars or sold for $50 max on the side. $200+ is absurd. Philips is getting greedier and competition is only increasing.

The price point for this thing makes me extremely disillusioned with the Hue ecosystem. I've already invested enough as it is over the years. Throw us a bone, Philips.....geesh.
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Jun 12, 2021 04:27 PM
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wrdprtJun 12, 2021 04:27 PM
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Quote from anujpuri85 :
Anyone know if there is a new version coming out soon that will support newer gaming systems, Dolby vision, etc?
I use a receiver with two hdmi outs: one to the tv, the other to sync box. Dolby Vision works great
Jun 12, 2021 04:27 PM
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drsuessJun 12, 2021 04:27 PM
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Does anyone know if this supports ARC? I mostly use the apps built into my TV (but also have home theater).
Jun 12, 2021 04:29 PM
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Alp2Jun 12, 2021 04:29 PM
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Because they can. I'm also somewhat deep in Hue but hate Phillips
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Jun 12, 2021 04:34 PM
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wrdprtJun 12, 2021 04:34 PM
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Quote from nincow :
I picked up the set with three bars for $150 recently only because I assumed this was included. I can't believe this thing is $200+ by itself. Why? What's the point of the bars without this given where the bars are meant to be placed? I feel like I bought a console without the disc drive and the drive is an add on that costs more than the console.

This box should be included with every set of bars or sold for $50 max on the side. $200+ is absurd. Philips is getting greedier and competition is only increasing.

The price point for this thing makes me extremely disillusioned with the Hue ecosystem. I've already invested enough as it is over the years. Throw us a bone, Philips.....geesh.
Fwiw philips tries to justify their aggressive pricing by saying you're paying for future support and development

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