Costco Members: 4-Pk Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance Retrofit Recessed Light

far3320

Jan 8, 2022 6:16 PM

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far3320Jan 8, 2022 6:16 PM

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Are these for retrofit only? I don't have cans now and would place directly into ceiling. Id use a round ceiling / J box as required by code

ursus

Jan 8, 2022 6:17 PM

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ursusJan 8, 2022 6:17 PM

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Quote from cruxion

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Yeah for someone that doesn't use the color changing features, of course these are outrageously expensive. But for anyone that does use those features and wants to do it in a reliable way, Hue is completely worth the money. For me, being able to have the color temp adjust itself automatically throughout my entire house based on time of day is worth it. Let alone all the other options.

That and I like how they all seamlessly can work with the music/movie mode, via Hue Play. I like the wow factor when I invite friends over. So far for many years, this system has never failed me.

nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:31 PM

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nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:31 PM

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Quote from borodin1

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I just don't get the whole "hue" thing? Regular led trims with switchable color temp at Home Depot are $26 per 4-pack, is this really worth 7 times the price? I get it, you can switch colors on the fly but I never found myself wanting to have anything other than soft white (3000k). Even my accent lights that have remotes for switching temps and colors never get changed. To each his own I guess.
*Not knocking down the deal, seems like good find for those who can justify the price.

For most of us who are invested in the hue ecosystem - it is the integration and convenience game.. on top of that it is also about the brand, we all know philips and hue are not going anywhere in near future and develop safe and secure products… unlike a few offshore companies which just vanish in thin air

nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:32 PM

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nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:32 PM

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Quote from smokestack77

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Is this available in store?

I honestly doubt - I was tracking them down like crazy for last about a year… this is best of the best price for a product which is in such high demand..

nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:37 PM

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nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:37 PM

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Quote from far3320

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Are these for retrofit only? I don't have cans now and would place directly into ceiling. Id use a round ceiling / J box as required by code

They need cans - I had to get cans installed for these to work

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MarlboroNjMan

Jan 8, 2022 6:38 PM

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MarlboroNjManJan 8, 2022 6:38 PM

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How bright are these lights?

borodin1

Jan 8, 2022 6:39 PM

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borodin1Jan 8, 2022 6:39 PM

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Quote from nForcer911

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For most of us who are invested in the hue ecosystem - it is the integration and convenience game.. on top of that it is also about the brand, we all know philips and hue are not going anywhere in near future and develop safe and secure products… unlike a few offshore companies which just vanish in thin air

Fair enough, very good point. I invested into Kasa line which does everything that I need and is a solid brand. Again, I'm not saying it's not good or anything like that, just trying to understand what's it's all about. Every hue deal is extremely popular and I'm willing to switch at some point. May be I'll get something cheaper (like a single bulb or tape light) just to try it out.
Thank you everyone for replies, extremely helpful.

m3n00b

Jan 8, 2022 6:41 PM

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m3n00bJan 8, 2022 6:41 PM

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Damn I have 19 I need to replace.

borodin1

Jan 8, 2022 6:41 PM

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borodin1Jan 8, 2022 6:41 PM

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Quote from MaKlounkee

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I think mostly novelty. The only exception I can think of is using red light in the evening to promote more/better/faster sleep, there is some evidence it seems to help some people.

Definitely not for me, I need complete darkness and quietness to sleep. Good point though.

TidalWaveOne

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Jan 8, 2022 6:49 PM

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TidalWaveOne

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Note that specs say 4".... I need 5/6" retrofit lights... guess these won't work so it's good I won't be spending the $$$.

DmnUSlkDeals

Jan 8, 2022 6:49 PM

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DmnUSlkDealsJan 8, 2022 6:49 PM

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I have seen other cheaper lights that are smart and use color changing. What is it about this that would be better than other lights that connect to SmartThings?

nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:51 PM

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nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:51 PM

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Quote from TidalWaveOne

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Note that specs say 4".... I need 5/6" retrofit lights... guess these won't work so it's good I won't be spending the $$$.

Check the other link in the description - there is 5/6 inch as well in stock…

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Flyingmau5

Jan 8, 2022 6:54 PM

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Flyingmau5Jan 8, 2022 6:54 PM

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Quote from TidalWaveOne

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Note that specs say 4".... I need 5/6" retrofit lights... guess these won't work so it's good I won't be spending the $$$.

You must have glanced over the OP.

StefanoM3235

Jan 8, 2022 6:54 PM

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StefanoM3235Jan 8, 2022 6:54 PM

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Does anyone have an extra hub from a previous deal?

nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:55 PM

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nForcer911

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Jan 8, 2022 6:55 PM

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Quote from borodin1

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Fair enough, very good point. I invested into Kasa line which does everything that I need and is a solid brand. Again, I'm not saying it's not good or anything like that, just trying to understand what's it's all about. Every hue deal is extremely popular and I'm willing to switch at some point. May be I'll get something cheaper (like a single bulb or tape light) just to try it out.
Thank you everyone for replies, extremely helpful.

Agreed - I started of with one light and to a point where every single bulb and light that I have is a hue… every single third party (known brand) will have a integration interface with philips… There are so many third party apps and developers and lastly the warranty and support is just phenomenal and to top all of that the current deal is with Costco so you get lifelong return protection if you are costco member…. Try it out, you may like it Smilie

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