The Philips Hue app has a new update out now, version 5.56, and while it’s not bringing any headline features, it does aim to smooth out a few lingering issues. Available for both Android and iOS, the update arrives shortly after version 5.55, which introduced AI automation tools and alert shortcuts for Hue Secure.

Philips Hue app update still leaves users waiting

This latest version is modest at best. According to the official changelog, it brings only “various bug fixes and stability improvements.” No breakdown of the actual fixes has been provided, leaving users in the dark about what’s been resolved. For smart home owners hoping for meaningful updates before the holidays, this rollout may feel more like a placeholder than progress.

What Philips Hue app users still want

Despite regular updates typically every two weeks some requested features are still missing. At least one more update is expected before 2025 closes out, but some additions may slip into next year. Here are a few things users are still waiting for:

• Return of the Winter Holiday scenes to the Hue gallery
• Support for migrating multiple Hue Bridges to the Hue Bridge Pro
• Expanded automation tools for complex smart homes
• More transparency in patch notes

The Bridge Pro limitation is especially frustrating. Right now, only one Bridge’s automations can be transferred. For users managing larger smart lighting setups, this is a serious bottleneck.

Where to get the latest Philips Hue app update

Version 5.56 of the Philips Hue app is already live and can be downloaded from both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The update is rolling out gradually, so if you don’t see it yet, it should arrive soon.

Small fixes, big expectations

While this Philips Hue app update might clean up some backend bugs, the bigger picture remains: users want substance, not just stability. With the holidays near and demand for smart home control higher than ever, now would be the perfect time for Philips Hue to step things up.