Upgrade your Hue lights to support HomeKitIf you are still using the original Philips Hue Bridge with your smart lighting but want to make the move to the sweet HomeKit and Siri life, then its time for an upgrade. Making the switch requires the latest Philips Hue Bridge, your existing Philips Hue app, and a little bit of patience. Here's our guide on how to get the job done in no time.
Products used in this guide
HomeKit enabled Hue Bridge: Philips Hue Bridge ($60 at Amazon)
Legacy Philips Hue Bridge App: Philips Hue Bridge v1 (Free at App Store)
How to transfer your Hue lights to the latest HomeKit-enabled bridge
Leave your old bridge plugged into both power and Ethernet. You'll need it active for the transfer.
Plug in your new bridge to both power and Ethernet as well. (I had to "borrow" my Apple TV connection; do what must be done.)
Launch the Hue app on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad.
Tap the Hamburger button to open the sidebar.
Tap Bridge transfer under Notifications.
Tap Transfer settings to begin the process...
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Upgrade your Hue lights to support HomeKit
