Ring in a New Era of Home Security: Philips Hue Secure Unveils Wired Doorbell, 2K Cameras, and Smart Chime!

Philips Hue, the undisputed leader in smart lighting, is dramatically expanding its presence in home security, unveiling a compelling suite of new products under its Secure line. Get ready to elevate your home protection with a highly anticipated wired smart doorbell, upgraded 2K cameras, and a convenient portable Smart Chime – all designed to seamlessly integrate with your existing Hue ecosystem for unparalleled peace of mind.

The centerpiece of this exciting expansion is the new Philips Hue Secure Wired Doorbell.

Gone are the days of missing visitors or package deliveries. This sleek, wired doorbell is engineered for constant power and robust reliability, ensuring you're always connected to your doorstep. It boasts crisp HD video at 1080p with a wide 160-degree field of view, so you can see every detail. Two-way talk functionality lets you converse directly with visitors from anywhere, adding a layer of convenience and security.

But what truly sets it apart is its deep integration with your Hue lighting: when someone rings or motion is detected, your lights can flash, creating an immediate, visible alert, especially potent with its advanced night vision capabilities, offering both infrared and vivid color night vision when paired with Hue floodlights or spotlights.

Complementing the doorbell is the ingeniously simple Philips Hue Secure Smart Chime.

Forget scrambling to hear your phone or relying solely on app notifications. This portable, plug-in device connects directly to your Hue Bridge and plays a selection of custom sounds whenever your doorbell is pressed. You can place it in any room, ensuring you hear the doorbell no matter where you are in your home.

It’s the perfect addition for larger homes or simply for those who prefer an auditory cue in addition to smart alerts.

Further enhancing your surveillance capabilities, Philips Hue Secure is also introducing 2K Wired Cameras. These next-generation cameras, available for both indoor and outdoor use, represent a significant upgrade from their 1080p predecessors.

Capturing footage at an impressive 2560 x 1440 pixels, they deliver much sharper images and clearer details, essential for identification and monitoring. Available in both classic black and white finishes, these cameras blend effortlessly into any home aesthetic while providing superior visual security.

Beyond these headline products, Philips Hue is continually refining its Secure ecosystem.

The Secure Contact Sensor now offers broader support for various entry points, from front doors and gates to windows, providing a comprehensive perimeter defense. Furthermore, the Hue app continues to evolve, offering enhanced security settings and tighter integration with other smart home devices, including planned compatibility with Yale smart locks for a truly cohesive Matter-enabled security experience.

With these groundbreaking additions, Philips Hue is not just offering smart lighting; it's building a complete, intelligent security fortress for your home.

These new products — the wired doorbell (€179.99/£159.99, or €229.99/£209.99 with a transformer), the 2K wired camera (€199.99/£179.99), and the Smart Chime (€39.99/£34.99) — are all slated for release in Q1 2025. Prepare to experience a new benchmark in smart home security, where illumination meets vigilant protection.