Philips Hues rumored TV camera would be a huge shift for the smart lighting giant but rival brands Govee and Nanoleaf have been doing it for years

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Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:41:30 +0000

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Philips Hue could launch a new camera gadget for TV backlight syncing at IFA 2026.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Philips is rumored to be launching a new camera-based Hue Sync device for its TV backlights It removes the need for a pricey Hue Play HDMI Sync Box The 'Sync Screen' would be the first camera for the Philips Hue Play system Philips Hue could be working on
a new device for syncing your TVs color palette to your backlights, giving
you another option for illuminating your entertainment setup

Fabian of Hue Blog attended an online presentation hosted by Philips, and spotted a new Hue Sync device with an integrated camera that looks strikingly similar to rival devices like the Nanoleaf 4D . The new gadget could be
called Sync Screen, and may be unveiled at IFA 2026 in September. We don't know how much it will cost yet, but considering Philips Hue is a premium brand, it's likely the new device will sit in a higher price bracket than its competitors. Latest Videos From Watch full video here:

Just like other camera-operated TV LED lights, Philips version mounts to the top of a TV or monitor, and captures the color movements of the movie, show, or game on the screen. This movement is then processed and synced with backlights mounted behind the display.

From the image shared by Hue Blog, it seems that the Philips Sync Screen camera will only have one lens, but will likely be a fish-eye one to capture your entire TV screen just like those used by rival devices. You may like Philips has a new cheaper HDMI sync box for immersive TV but it's not Hue Philips Hue unveils new lamps, upgraded candle bulbs, and smarter switches to upgrade your lighting This TV backlight promises simple setup and AI extras for a lot less than Philips Hue and without an HDMI box

You will almost certainly still need a Philips Hue Bridge to link the lights and camera to one another, but because the system camera-operated, you won't need a Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box or Hue Sync TV app subscription , which could make it a more tempting proposition. The Nanoleaf 4D TV is just one of the Philips rivals that use cameras to sync TV content with smart backlights (Image credit: Nanoleaf) As mentioned, Philips isnt the first smart home
giant to offer TV lighting gadgets like this, which aim to make your TV and gaming experiences more immersive by extending the colors from the screen
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In addition to the Nanoleaf 4D light strips, the Govee StarPal Pro and the more recent Govee TV Backlight 3 Pro models are all camera-operated the latter having a dual-camera system to capture more of your TV screen or monitor.

Philips has had quite an eventful 2026 already. In March the company unveiled its new OLED TVs , which are also the first native models for Dolby Vision 2, as well as its beautiful yet expensive ceiling light that mimics natural daylight . Were just a mere two months away from IFA 2026, and I think the best is yet to come. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a
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Read our full guide to the best smart lights 1. Best overall: Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance 2. Best budget: Govee Wi-Fi LED Bulb 3. Best for parties: Govee Curtain Lights 4. Best for bedtime: Philips Hue Twilight



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