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Self-Powered Design
Customers are generally positive about the self-powered design of the Philips Hue Smart Tap Switch, praising its innovative use of energy harvesting technology and convenience of not requiring batteries. Some customers have noted that it generates enough power from the force of pressing the button to function effectively. However, a few customers have expressed concerns over the high price point for the product.
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Durability
Despite some customers praising the simplicity and reliability of the Philips Hue Smart Tap Switch, there is a significant concern regarding its durability with multiple reports of the devices failing within a short period of time after purchase.
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Functionality
Customers have mixed opinions on the functionality of the Philips Hue Smart Tap Switch, but generally positive. Most mentioned the switch is easily programmable with the Hue app, allowing for multiple functions and scenes to be controlled with a single tap. Some customers noted that the buttons take some getting used to, but overall find it a convenient addition to their Hue lighting system. A small group of purchasers preferred the standard dimmer switch over the Tap due to its superior design and ease of use.
Connectivity
Customers have had mixed experiences with the connectivity of the Philips Hue Smart Tap Switch, with some reporting easy setup and quick reconnection while others have encountered frequent disconnections and difficulty getting it to work consistently.
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Quality
The highest quality product used daily life quality
Simple to install, still working fine after a few years.
I realized that all i had to do when they weren’t working was to hold the button with three dots on it for 10 seconds and it re... Read More
5 year old nephew had been playing with one and just held for 30 seconds or more and it stopped working.
Price
However i give it 4 stars because it is clearly and ridiculously overpriced for what it is made of.
I took 1 star off for the price, i don't think this should be 50 bucks.
I was a bit hesitant to spend $50 on a switch that's seemingly been hit or miss for some folks but i haven't experienced any of... Read More
Packaging/appearance
We have it set up for our living room, which is pretty neat to show our guests.
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- This product had a total of 397 reviews as of our last analysis date on Aug 6 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The device itself just needed to be reset and reset up in the hue app
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Overall its an awkward control
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Its convenient to be able to select one of three lighting choices directly unlike the dimmer switch which has you cycling through your choices with multiple taps but it feels odd as the smaller buttons are inset within a larger button
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Doesnt require batteries because pressing the buttons generates the power it uses
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Hold 3 dotted button for 10 seconds to reconnect
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The real reason i’m here is to share my exciting news that awnsers a common complaint which is that the hue tap switch disconnects and does not respond to clicks
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I realized that all i had to do when they weren’t working was to hold the button with three dots on it for 10 seconds and it reconnected without having to get out my phone and open the app
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