Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp works with Xiaomi smartphones to deliver optimum lighting

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Royal Philips and Xiaomi, the Internet-driven smartphone company, have launched the Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp - designed to deliver optimal eye comfort as you read or work*.

By collecting and processing light signals through a light sensor and the smartphone camera on the Xiaomi smartphone, the Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp can calibrate the light to deliver the optimised light intensity for maximum comfort. 

“We have teamed up with Xiaomi, China’s largest and one of the world’s top five manufacturers of smartphones, to deliver this exciting innovation,” says Olivia Qiu, Head of Innovation at Philips Lighting. “Philips recognises the benefit of combining expertise and skills to deliver country specific innovations that really impact people’s lives. The Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp is a great example of this in China.”

Liu De, Co-Founder and Vice President of Xiaomi, said, “We’re glad to collaborate with Philips, the world’s leader in lighting, who launched this innovative connected desk lamp in the online store of Xiaomi. This lamp can seamlessly connect with Xiaomi’s smart home ecosystem, creating a superb experience for our users. We believe this collaboration between the two strong companies is sure to improve the attraction of Xiaomi’s smart home platform, as well as its user experience.”

By using Philips Advanced Optical Lens Technology, the Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp reduces glare; and by using the Xiaomi Smart Home app users can adjust to the correct level of illumination needed, preventing unnecessary eye strain. It also eliminates light shining directly into the eyes with even light distribution. The result is less eye strain without any compromise on light quality.

Furthermore, the Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp can connect with other Xiaomi smart home devices through the cloud. The Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp can connect to Xiaomi door sensors and body sensors to deliver dynamic new lighting experiences at home. 

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Philips EyeCare connected desk lamp will be available via Xiaomi's online retailing platform Mi Store from January 2016. It supports smartphones operating on Android 4.0 and iOS 7.0 and their upgraded versions. 

*2012 Fudan University ENT Hospital on best light recipes for young adults.

Philips Luminous Patterns add panache to offices

Source: Philips. Philips Luminous Patterns decorate a wall.

Royal Philips, the lighting provider, has launched Luminous Patterns, a programmable connected LED lighting system that can help architects and designers create a striking visual statement using a unique combination of light, patterns and materials. 

Philips Luminous Patterns are decorative panels which consume little energy and are ideal for a wide range of interiors, including bars, restaurants, retail stores, hotels and office lobbies. Architects and designers can use them to create signature lighting design installations.

An entire installation could use approximately the same amount of energy as a traditional 60-watt bulb. Once installed, the system is controlled via a central control system. Each light point is controlled separately, meaning all of the points in a wall or ceiling can be programmed to create dynamic lighting effects.

Source: Philips. A closer look at a Philips Luminous Patterns wall which has a 3D graphics effect.

“These embedded LED light patterns bring brilliance, warmth and sparkle into traditionally ‘mute’ architectural surfaces,” said Brad Koerner, Venture Manager Luminous Patterns at Philips Lighting. “Designers have until now felt that integrating lighting features in architectural surfaces have been difficult to specify, costly to manufacture, and risky to install. With Philips Luminous Patterns, designers can now embed innovative and eye-catching lighting features into their designs in a straightforward and cost-effective manner.”

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The customisable light patterns are available in a broad range of lighting styles and textures that can be freely placed within custom-sized panels finished in a range of decorative coatings and in the graphic prints of choice. Customers can choose from four light effects: 3D Graphics (video), 2D Graphics (video), Round Sparkle (video), and Linear Sparkle (video). Production is based on a custom-order basis within the parameters of a standard configuration kit, enabling a simple and straightforward process from order to installation.