66|A FONDO The Philips Hue lighting system is compatible with Apple Home Kit, creating an ecosystem in the home that makes it possible to control different elements with data from other sensors in one single integrated panel, thus offering benefits in the maintenance of cities and information of great value for the administrators. Changes in home lighting Finally, the home has been the last one to join the rising tendency of connected lighting. The development of connected systems has boomed in the last years, with the coming out of, among others, the Philips Hue lighting system. This system can control lighting from an intelligent device giving absolute power of decision to the user. Turning the lights on and off is a thing of the past. Today, we can adapt lighting to any activity we plan on doing; you can select warm white light to watch a movie or dine, or cold white light or working if we plan on studying at home. At the same time, color s incorporate into lighting with the myriad possibilities it conveys, to create ambiance as well as one more decorative element or enhancing special moments such as a party or a romantic evening. Connected lighting for the home permits the interaction with other elements, such as the heater. The agreement signed by Bosch and Philips makes possible the perfect interaction between the lighting system and the heater, synchronizing both elements from the home, remotely or automatically as a deterrent for burglars. The Philips Hue lighting system is compatible with Apple Home Kit, creating an ecosystem in the home that makes it possible to control different elements. For example, by giving Suri an order of “Good Night” we can turn of lights, heater and close doors and windows, among other things. The different devices connected act as a single set. To conclude, connected lighting is a reality today and it is becoming part of the different spaces, as new technological innovations come out and new alliances are formed, which give more functions and power to the users. ■