Philips Hue's $40 module connects Nanoleaf panels to its smart lighting ecosystem
Philips Hue has partnered with Nanoleaf to allow owners of Nanoleaf's Hexagon, Triangle, and Mini Triangle panels to control them through the Hue app. The $39.99 Wall Light Module includes Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Thread connectivity, enabling simultaneous use with Hue and Matter apps. The integration is available starting today.
The $39.99 Wall Light Module carries a full Hue connectivity stack, running Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Thread simultaneously, which permits use of both the Hue app and Matter-based platforms like Apple Home at the same time. It snaps onto Nanoleaf panels in place of the standard controller, and for now users must choose one or the other—though dual-module operation is expected within roughly two months. Until that update arrives, attaching the Hue module disables Nanoleaf's dynamic scenes, screen mirroring, and music-reactive effects, and removes physical controls. Integration is one-directional: panels appear in the Hue app, but Hue lights cannot be managed through Nanoleaf's interface. The module also unlocks compatibility with Hue's MotionAware and Spatial Aware features on the Bridge Pro, and supports gradient lighting and Hue scenes, automations, and entertainment sync.
This partnership could meaningfully reshape the smart lighting market by blurring the lines between rival ecosystems. Consumers who previously faced a choice between Nanoleaf's distinctive panels and Hue's robust automation platform may now enjoy both, potentially increasing adoption of modular wall lighting among existing Hue users. The temporary loss of Nanoleaf's signature features may frustrate early adopters, but the promised dual-control update could set a precedent for cross-brand cooperation in smart home devices. This move may also pressure other manufacturers to pursue similar integrations, ultimately giving consumers more flexible, interoperable lighting setups.