The latest Philips Hue update version 1.122.8/20250213 is now rolling out to smart bulbs, lamps, and light fixtures with minor bug fixes and stability improvements. This is the first Philips Hue update of 2025, after version 1.122.2/1.122.3 released in October 2024 added years to the current date, and brought Bluetooth improvements and new lighting effects.
Philips Hue has not officially announced the release on its Release Notes web page, though the update has been received by a number of users as reported in Jamf Nation and the HomeKit Reddit. When contacted by Hueblog. the Philips Hue update on is a “maintenance update” with only bug fixes and stability improvements and no new features added.
The Philips Hue update version 1.122.8/20250213 follows the brand’s typical release schedule—installation is automated. The update can be checked if it has been implemented by visiting Settings > Software update > Automatic update in the Philips Hue App.
This silent update underscores Philips Hue’s commitment to keeping performance, stability and user experience at the forefront of its growing ecosystem of products. The update applies to all Hue devices, from smart bulbs, to standalone lamps, to light fixtures.
Recent Philips Hue developments
In addition to the new Philips Hue update, which also includes a new companion app, Philips Hue has introduced the MR16 transformer accessory which is created for MR16 spotlight bulbs. And the Philips Hue AI assistant will keep rolling out and promise smarter voice control and automations in the future.
The rumour mill has gone into full swing over a new COB strip light product that will be joining the Philips Hue range. This is consistent with the company’s tendency to slowly, but consistently, grow its collection of smart lighting products, while supporting system reliability with updates such as the Philips Hue update 1.122.8.
What users should do now
Users of Philips Hue smart lighting, for example, probably already have the Philips Hue update automatically installed. Even so, it’s a good time to check that automatic updates is enabled in your app settings to keep your devices secure and stable.
With this Philips Hue update, you get a little peace of mind with some small but necessary fixes that prove the company is focused on performance — even without flashy new features.
