An update has been released for both the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 8K and the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 4K. The new firmware version 2.4.2 is the first update for the 8K version, which was introduced in October.
Key Changes for the 8K Model
The changelog for the 8K sync box highlights three main adjustments. Firstly, a new ARC bypass mode has been added, which users can toggle on or off through the app. This feature allows for the use of Music mode across various configurations. Secondly, version 2.4.2 guarantees that the signal remains stable no matter the sync box's status. Lastly, there's a resolution for a problem that sometimes affects HDMI signals at 120Hz.
Updates for the 4K Model
In contrast, the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 4K only received some “general bug fixes and improvements.” This particular model was last refreshed in April, when an update addressed the passthrough mode issue for Vizio M7 TVs. The firmware version 2.4.2 will be automatically rolled out to users of both the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 8K and the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 4K (currently $247.75 on Amazon). To see if automatic updates are enabled, navigate to the Philips Hue app > Settings > Software update.
Philips Hue, Hueblog.com
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