When Philips Hue’s U.S. price rises next month, you can officially know who should be blamed. (Tip: Rhyme with “buttock”.) The parent company said Hueblog (pass edge) The price increase is a “direct result of tariffs.” How easy is it to see Amazon?
Before this confirmation, the company vaguely mentioned the upcoming price increase. “Hurry up, prices will rise on July 1,” the marketing copy said earlier this month.
Statement of representation Hueblog Words about Trump’s trade war is the culprit. “As a result of the direct result of the tariff, this means the price of the Philips tone portfolio in the United States, starting from July 1, 2025,” it wrote. “We remain committed to providing consumers with high-quality products and features that make smart lighting extraordinary. It expresses the right to modify prices in accordance with new or additional tariffs in the future.”
We don’t know the exact price increase yet. The company said it will disclose them when it comes into effect on July 1. But there are some tips. The newly upgraded Hue Smart button costs $32 compared to the $25 for the Old Model. If you think this is a new version, the product is the same as the predecessor of Europe for 21.99 euros. So far, the company’s U.S. pricing is about 1:1 conversion.
