Philips PCA vs HueZapper for Philips Hue

PCA is the latest control application from Signify. It is a self-configuring application that provides control options for lighting, HVAC from a single point. Using visible light communication or QR code input it can control the pre-commissioned Connected Lighting system. A professionally installed Philips Connected Lighting system is a pre-requisite for use of this app. iOS11 onwards is a requirement for PCA and is compatible with iPhone 6 Plus, 6, 5s and 5c. The PCA App will collect your location data provided by the location services offered on the phone platform to control the lighting and/or temperature at your current location. If you do not consent to the tracking of your location, certain functionality within the App may be limited. You can turn-off the location tracking functionality through the settings of your device, also temporarily. The PCA App needs to access your Camera and GPS receiver for delivering the functionalities and services of the App itself. If you do not consent to the use of these functionality within the App will be limited. Read our App Privacy Notice https://www.signify.com/global/privacy/legal-information/privacy-notice for more information

HueZapper is an easy and intuitive app for Philips Hue smart lights. Forget complicated interfaces that require navigating through several screens just to find the light you want to turn on or off: with HueZapper your iPhone or iPad becomes a remote control surface where buttons and sliders allow instant access to your lights. Better yet, you can easily customize it to suit your preferences and needs. Organize your lights into zones and rearrange them as it makes most sense for you. Quickly and effortlessly turn on and off, adjust brightness and color of one or multiple lights simultaneously. Features "smart dimming" that feels like adjusting an incandescent or halogen lamp. Easily capture current light settings as a scene that can be recalled at any time at the tap of a button. Assign names and custom icons to scenes to find them in the blink of an eye. Define "linked lights" sets, so multiple lights can be controlled with one touch, as if they were wired to the same switch. The full-featured version is available as in-app purchase. You can try HueZapper for free and upgrade if you like it. Requirements: this app requires a Philips Hue bridge and compatible LED light bulbs, strips or other lighting accessories. Hue is a registered trademark of Signify N.V., Eindhoven, Netherlands. Please note that this app is neither provided nor maintained or in any way endorsed by Signify N.V. but merely uses the API provided by Philips Hue / Signify to control the Hue ecosystem products.