Smart Lighting Philips Hue Upgrades Key E17 Size Products, Launches New Models

Signify Japan has upgraded and launched new key E17 base size lamp series for its smart lighting Philips Hue product line. These updates include a white light closer to natural daylight and an ultra-low dimming function adjustable down to 0.2%, catering to diverse user needs.

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Signify Japan LLC (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President: Keitaro Otsuka; hereinafter referred to as Signify) is sequentially upgrading and relaunching key products of Philips Hue to meet the expansion of the smart home market and the diverse needs of users.

Following the launch last fall, the E17 base size models of the Philips Hue lamp series "Hue Color," "Hue White Ambiance," and "Hue White" will be available on Amazon and Rakuten from today, June 11 (Thursday), with sales commencing sequentially at other retailers.



■Main Functional Upgrades for Hue Lamps

[Full Spectrum White Light from 1000-20000K]

The white light now supports a full spectrum from 1000-20000K (*1), enabling the expression of white tones closer to natural daylight.

It can reproduce colors from the deep crimson of twilight to the clear blue of the sky.

*1: "Hue White" is fixed at 2700K.



[Ultra-Low Dimming Adjustable to 0.2%]

Supports ultra-low dimming adjustable down to 0.2% (*2). While previous Hue lamps had a minimum of 1%, further dimming capabilities expand its use as night lighting.

*2: "Hue White" has a minimum dimming of 5%.



By expanding the lineup of the Philips Hue series, Signify aims to continue updating lifestyles to be richer and more convenient through smart lighting.

Product Details

Product Name

Philips Hue Color E17

Philips Hue White Ambiance E17

Philips Hue White E17

Size

Φ39 x 75mm

Φ39 x 75mm

Φ38 x 83mm

Base

E17

E17

E17

Light Color

16 million colors (Full Color), 1000-20000K

1000-20000K

2700K (Warm White)

Brightness

470 lumens (equivalent to 40W)

470 lumens (equivalent to 40W)

470 lumens (equivalent to 40W)

Color Rendering Index

Ra 85

Ra 85

Ra 80

Power Consumption

3.9W

3.9W

4.6W

Connectivity

Bluetooth + ZigBee

Bluetooth + ZigBee

Bluetooth + ZigBee

Lifespan

25,000h

25,000h

25,000h

Warranty Period

2 years

2 years

2 years

Suggested Retail Price (incl. tax)

¥8,980

¥6,980

¥3,980

■Features of the Philips Hue Series

[Creating the Perfect Atmosphere]

Can express colors from warm white to daylight (*), and brightness can be adjusted from 0.2% to 100%, allowing for the creation of the optimal atmosphere for any daily scene.

*For Full Color and White Ambiance models.

[Enhancing Well-being with Light]

Using Hue's recommended "Light Recipes" and scheduling functions, you can start the day with invigorating light, focus on work with concentrated light during the day, and switch to relaxing light at night, creating a balanced lifestyle and enhancing well-being.

The fade-in function gently brightens like a morning sunrise, promoting natural waking. At night, soft, orangish light enhances relaxation, and gradually dimming light leads to comfortable sleep, improving sleep quality.

[Rich Accessory Lineup]

Convenient use of Hue is enhanced with a range of工事不要 (no construction required) dedicated remote controls and sensors. For areas where you spend long hours like living rooms and bedrooms, a dedicated remote control for adjusting brightness and color is convenient. Sensors can detect motion to turn Hue lights on and off after a set time, useful when your hands are full or to prevent forgetting to turn them off.

Furthermore, dedicated entertainment devices allow for easy enhancement of home entertainment.

[Application in Entertainment]

Color changes can be synchronized with home entertainment such as video, music, and games (*), enveloping the entire room in light for an immersive new entertainment experience.

*For Full Color lights.

■About Philips Hue

Since its launch in the Japanese market in September 2013, the Philips Hue series has pioneered "smart lighting" and led the smart home market. With a focus on light quality, connection stability, a rich product lineup, and continuous functional improvements, we aim to enrich and convenience the lives of more customers.

Philips Hue Product Site: https://www.philips-hue.com/ja-jp

[Purchase Here]

Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/stores/page/15970790-E5F4-4813-B7D0-58FAE54A264F

Rakuten: https://www.rakuten.co.jp/adsshop/

■About Signify

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world's largest company in the fields of professional lighting, consumer lighting, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The company operates various brands, including "Philips Hue" and the connected lighting system "Interact." Data-enabled services provide business value and bring change to homes, buildings, and cities. With sales of approximately €5.8 billion in 2025 and around 29,000 employees, Signify operates in over 70 countries worldwide. Signify unlocks the brilliant potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. It is listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and has received a Platinum rating from EcoVadis. News from Signify can be found on Newsroom, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Investor information is available on the Investor Relations page.

*In January 2019, Philips Lighting Japan changed its name to Signify Japan.

FAQ

What are the new features of the Philips Hue E17?

Full-spectrum white light (1000-20000K) and ultra-low dimming down to 0.2% have been added, enabling more natural light and finer brightness control.

Which E17 lamp types have been updated?

The Full Color, White Ambiance, and White models have been upgraded.

What is the price range for the new products?

Prices range from ¥3,980 to ¥8,980 (tax included), depending on the model.

What are the benefits of smart lighting?

It offers various benefits to enrich daily life, such as light settings synchronized with life rhythms, relaxation effects, and enhanced entertainment experiences.

Tell me about Signify.

Signify is a global leading company in lighting and IoT, operating the Philips Hue brand.