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Oct 1, 2022 5:59 AM

Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box (Black) + $50 Best Buy eGift Card

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Best Buy has Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box (Black, 555227) + $50 Best Buy eGift Card on sale for $199.99. Shipping is free, otherwise select free in-store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member ScottFr33 for posting this deal.

Note: $50 eGift Card is added to cart automatically when you add Philips Hue Sync Box. Availability for in-store pickup may vary depending on location

Key Features:
  • Sync your Philips Hue lights to your TV screen
  • Fast and seamless light experience
  • Use with any Hue color-capable light
  • Connect up to 4 HDMI devices
  • Supports HDR10+, 4K, or Dolby Vision
  • Easily connect to your Hue Bridge and use your sync box immediately with any TV and any HDMI device.
  • Control your entertainment experience and sync box any way you want: with the app, on-product control button, any infrared TV remote, or your voice.
  • Personalize settings in the app
  • Hue Bridge and color lights required

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Deal valid 10/1 only.
    • This matches a Frontpage deal from January 2020. -StrawMan86
  • About this product:
    • 4.1 out of 5 stars rating at Best Buy based on over 1,600 customer reviews
  • About this store:
    • View Best Buy return policy here.
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details & discussion.

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Written by ScottFr33
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Best Buy has Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box (Black, 555227) + $50 Best Buy eGift Card on sale for $199.99. Shipping is free, otherwise select free in-store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member ScottFr33 for posting this deal.

Note: $50 eGift Card is added to cart automatically when you add Philips Hue Sync Box. Availability for in-store pickup may vary depending on location

Key Features:
  • Sync your Philips Hue lights to your TV screen
  • Fast and seamless light experience
  • Use with any Hue color-capable light
  • Connect up to 4 HDMI devices
  • Supports HDR10+, 4K, or Dolby Vision
  • Easily connect to your Hue Bridge and use your sync box immediately with any TV and any HDMI device.
  • Control your entertainment experience and sync box any way you want: with the app, on-product control button, any infrared TV remote, or your voice.
  • Personalize settings in the app
  • Hue Bridge and color lights required

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Deal valid 10/1 only.
    • This matches a Frontpage deal from January 2020. -StrawMan86
  • About this product:
    • 4.1 out of 5 stars rating at Best Buy based on over 1,600 customer reviews
  • About this store:
    • View Best Buy return policy here.
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details & discussion.

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Oct 1, 2022 10:31 AM
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seahawks55Oct 1, 2022 10:31 AM
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You lose 4K 120hz option on consoles if you use this
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Oct 1, 2022 10:50 AM
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4o4UserNotFoundOct 1, 2022 10:50 AM
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You will want to make sure you use ports 2 or 4 for gaming consoles as they have more bandwidth. There is a whole Reddit post about it. Also it does not work with apps via your smart tv. For example, if you watch Netflix via your smart tv you will not get the benefits of the sync box, you will need to watch Netflix via a console or another device that is connected to the sync box.
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Oct 1, 2022 10:54 AM
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shouthouseOct 1, 2022 10:54 AM
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Quote from Eragorn View quoted comment :
Just it didn't like that I had devices that were "always on" like my apple tv and it wouldn't switch well automatically to my ps5. Also, sometimes it wouldn't display the lights correctly and it was bugging me.
Using it with your PS5? I take it you don't have a TV with HDMI 2.1? Or have I missed the news that the sync box was updated to passthrough 4k120?
Oct 1, 2022 11:05 AM
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msdontplay01Oct 1, 2022 11:05 AM
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I have a Sony AV receiver for sound and an Apple TV 4K for watching TV. I'm already in the Hue ecosystem and have 2 play bars and the hub. Would I have any issues using everything with this sync box?
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Oct 1, 2022 11:14 AM
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Slimeyface
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Oct 1, 2022 11:14 AM
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If you're like me and want a viable solution to this without shelling out the two billz:

Get the free Hue Sync app on PC. It will translate everything on your PC screen to your lights in a defined "Entertainment Area" as well. Just use an old or current laptop to either stream your content or connect directly to your TV via HDMI and you will have roughly the same effect as this.
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Oct 1, 2022 11:33 AM
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ShrewdManatee2194Oct 1, 2022 11:33 AM
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Cain you hook this up to your receiver for it to play apps that are built into the tv (ex. Netflix, Hulu)?

And does it still negatively affect the video quality?
Oct 1, 2022 11:43 AM
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BurritoLoveOct 1, 2022 11:43 AM
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I have a ton of hue stuff but questions on this
I have an LG c1, can I plug this in, an Apple TV, Xbox X and sonos arc (currently in the eArc hdmi slot)? Or would only the apple tv benefit. I don't want to lose the Xbox 120hz gaming
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Oct 1, 2022 11:54 AM
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jclyon41Oct 1, 2022 11:54 AM
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Quote from ShrewdManatee2194 View quoted comment :
Cain you hook this up to your receiver for it to play apps that are built into the tv (ex. Netflix, Hulu)?

And does it still negatively affect the video quality?
No, not with the internal apps. This sits between the video device and the display. But you shouldn't use built in TV apps anyway.

This is a great price. I love my sync box and lights. If you want to use it with your Xbox Series or PS5, just be aware you will lose HDMI 2.1 features like 120hz and VRR. No idea why they haven't upgraded this box yet to it. Other than that, it can handle whatever, including Dolby Vision.
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Oct 1, 2022 12:07 PM
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Oct 1, 2022 12:07 PM
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Just in time for me to buy this and return the one I just bought from Amazon in early September.
Oct 1, 2022 12:10 PM
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slaydemonOct 1, 2022 12:10 PM
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I have:
Shield (2017) --> Yamaha Receiver --> Hue box --> LG Oled 65" (using 6 play bars)

works fine. I get 4K HDR content through perfectly. sometime theres signal throughput issues where tv cant find any signal when first turning on the system or if you leave the system idle for awhile. If you keep pressing buttons on the shield remote, eventually the shield is able to push a signal through again, usually takes 20-30 seconds.

Otherwise perfectly fine.

Oct 1, 2022 12:13 PM
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bobbysox3Oct 1, 2022 12:13 PM
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Was waiting for a deal on one of these. Thanks OP!
Oct 1, 2022 12:27 PM
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th3tamanOct 1, 2022 12:27 PM
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I assume this works ok with regular Hue light strip? I don't have the newer gradient strip yet and only the older strip behind my TV.
Oct 1, 2022 12:32 PM
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levans80Oct 1, 2022 12:32 PM
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Have my entire man cave loaded with Hue lights. The sync box is a beast. Love it with the gradient light strip
Oct 1, 2022 12:37 PM
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netjackOct 1, 2022 12:37 PM
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So what about a strip for 83" tv Smilie ?

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Oct 1, 2022 12:58 PM
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VulnoXOct 1, 2022 12:58 PM
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Be sure to check your email if you are a Best Buy rewards member!!!

I got an email this morning for $10 off my next order of $150 or more. So $200 - $50 (GC) - $10. The $10 mostly wipes out tax at least.

Not a huge shift and of course the $10 can be used on anything $150 or more, but if you are like me and have been eyeing these for a while, it's a good extra bonus.
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