# MagicHue

> Disco effect for Philips hue

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id586219707](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id586219707)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id586219707`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Peter Breitling
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Rating:** 3.40 / 5 (25 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2017-12-14
- **First published:** 2012-12-19
- **Size:** 9.47 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/magichue/id586219707)
- **Website:** [http://www.plaincode.com/products/magichue/?ref=itunes&id=286215117](http://www.plaincode.com/products/magichue/?ref=itunes&id=286215117)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.plaincode.com/app-privacy/](https://www.plaincode.com/app-privacy/)

## Description

Free for a limited time! You are looking for a new way to experience your philips hue lights?

Then meet the hue app that transforms your rooms into living color art: From relaxing smooth fading to a highly dynamic visual music experience. Use it for a romantic dinner setup or your next party at home! 

This version features:

Common functions:

◆ Switch disco bulbs on/off quick button
◆ Each light can be controlled individually
◆ Disable Auto-Lock to keep the app running
◆ Multiple Bridge Support

Disco effect functions:

◆ Control any subset of lights for the disco effect
◆ Brightness and saturation control 
◆ Free selectable hue (color) fading speed 
◆ Selectable light position along the hue fading 
◆ Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted
◆ 6 Predefined light presets plus one user defined 
◆ Multiple devices can control different rooms according to local acoustic

and we are working on a lot of more cool features that will be included with future updates for free!

NOTES

This app uses the microphone to convert music or voice input to light effects. It does not (yet) listen to music that is played on the iPhone itself.

REQUIREMENTS

- Requires iOS 8.1 or higher and the Philips hue kit

## Rankings

- #256,652 — Overall

## Review summary

MagicHue is praised for fast, responsive color changes and easy setup when the Hue Bridge is paired, plus fun modes for ambiance. However, reliability is undermined by inconsistent music syncing, bridge/connectivity issues, and a laggy, non-intuitive UI. While it can deliver vibrant light shows and works on older devices, many reviews cite failed connections, limited bulb discovery, and music-playback restrictions as major drawbacks.

### Pros

- Fast, highly responsive color changes that can keep up with music when it works
- Easy setup and reliable operation once connected
- Fun lighting modes (relax mode, dance/disco) for ambiance
- Hue Bridge pairing enables full functionality and integration with the Hue ecosystem
- Broad device compatibility, including use on older iPhone models

### Cons

- Music syncing is unreliable or not possible on the same device; often requires an external mic or separate setup
- Connectivity and bridge issues: cannot find bridge, 0 lights detected, or compatibility problems with Hue Bridge 2.0/HomeKit
- Laggy or non-intuitive user interface; poor UX and stability (crashes, awkward setup)
- Limited functionality: cannot feed music from iTunes directly, cannot select a color range, and some controls can’t be quit cleanly
- Inconsistent bulb discovery (only bulbs originally paired with the bridge may be found) or general connectivity failures requiring reinstall

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