6/12/2023 0 Comments Hue sync netflix protected content![]() It was merely a pleasant addition to Total War: Warhammer III, but it pulled me deeper into Cyberpunk 2077 and really ramped up the atmosphere of horror games like Alien Isolation. The strip works especially well with games. The Extreme mode can be a bit jarring for music and distracting for movies, but transitions are generally smooth, and the lightstrip does a great job of color matching. I found a higher frequency worked well with action-packed movies, first-person shooters, and electronic dance music, for example, but I preferred a lower intensity for most content. These options determine how frequently the lightstrip tries to match the onscreen action or the audio you are playing. Within each mode, you can select Subtle, Moderate, High, or Extreme and tap a button to begin syncing. The real reason to snag the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip for PC is for light syncing, and the desktop app has modes for Games, Music, and Video. But there are also modes for syncing with various types of content. You can choose Scenes, as with other Hue lights, which are suited to different activities or are just moody blends of colors. The problem is that Netflix uses DRM which means that the Hue Sync app cannot capture colors from your display. Step 1: Install the Sync Box Plug the sync box into the power outlet and connect the box to your TV using an HDMI cord. Most folks will use the refreshingly simple Hue Sync desktop app. Once you have set up the Hue lights, you can install the sync box and connect it to Netflix. If you have an RGB lighting setup on your desktop PC, you may also want to use Corsair’s iCue software to sync lighting effects with your PC components, keyboard, and mouse (the Hue app offers Razer integration, too). It immediately appeared in my Hue app and also in my Google Home app. I installed the Hue Sync desktop app, and since I already have a Hue Bridge, a tap of the button on the front was enough to add the lightstrip. Hardware in place, I braced myself to tackle the software, but it was even easier to set up. The only hairy moment came when I tried to plug the cord in (be careful not to bend the pins). Update everything and make sure it’s ready. ![]() 3b) STOP Before doing anything else, download the Philips Hue smartphone app, and connect the lights you want to sync with your TV to the Hue Bridge first. The instructions are clear, and even with my curved widescreen, attaching the strip was quick and easy. Connect the video capture device to the Output 2 of the HDMI splitter on one side via HDMI cable, and the USB side connect it to your PC/Mac. You get plastic guides in the box that stick to the back of your monitor and hold the strip in place. The lightstrip is rubbery and flexible with a curved diffuser. Though still pricey, the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip for PC is a far more affordable and straightforward prospect. I have long had my eye on the Philips Hue Play system for my big TV, but that setup also requires a Sync Box ($250) you must run content through (and it doesn’t work with smart TV apps). ![]()
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