Three months ago, we reported in our columns that the technical support of the Hue bridge first generation bridge has been abandoned by Philips. Specifically, Philips stop development of updates for this product. This means that new services will not be compatible and old services will be phased out.
It has already started with the remote control of the connected bulbs. Since the first generation bridge can no longer connect to the internet, it is now necessary to connect a light bulb via WiFi on the same network as the bridge to turn it on, off or change its color. This now continues with another function: Voice control of first-generation bridge-managed products via Google Assistant.
As of today, the Hue Bridge smartphone app is no longer compatible with Google’s voice assistant. Second, it has issued multiple reminders confirming the date the service will no longer be available. That date is today, Monday, June 22. But remember that Amazon’s assistant remains Alexa compatible. A voice control of the accessories connected to the bridge is therefore always possible.
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Owners of the first-generation bridge will continue to see their experience deteriorate. Philips advises them to invest in its successor. According to the brand, this is the second generation bridge, ” future proof will not suffer the same fate.
Loss of connectivity, technical support, and compatibility with certain services is a clear example of planned obsolescence: the device still works, but service providers choose to downgrade the experience. The French government is working A law dedicated to the circular economy, where every device can be marked with a sustainability index, proving that it is functional over time thanks to its construction and maintenance.
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