Philips

Royal Philips is a globally significant company engaged in a wide range of activities focused on improving people’s quality of life. Over its 130-year history, it has repeatedly adapted to changing public needs and has consistently demonstrated the exceptional quality of its products.

Experience since 1890

Philips & Co was founded in the Netherlands (in the city of Eindhoven) in 1891 by Frederik Philips and his son Gerard. From the very beginning, it combined the ability to recognize market opportunities with the founders’ fascination for science, innovation, and engineering. The first Philips product was low-cost electric light bulbs. By 1900, the company had become the largest private employer in the Netherlands, with more than 2,000 employees. Through its innovative approaches and products, Philips has influenced technological development many times, including:

• new light sources such as X-ray lamps;
• establishing brand design practices and customer communication;
• electric shavers;
• UV lamps, televisions, miniaturization of radios, medical hearing aids…;
• cassette recorders, car radios, recording studio equipment, and more.

Focus on health

Although the company had already been involved in healthcare-related products since the development of X-ray lamps in 1910, it fully entered the healthcare sector in 1990. Its efforts focused not only on product performance but also on creating a user-friendly and intuitive environment for healthcare professionals and improving patient comfort. Philips became a leader in healthcare technologies in 2010. An important aspect of Philips products is also health prevention, which is why it created a special series of water treatment solutions.

Ecology is not just a word for Philips

Philips has long been committed to environmentally low-impact manufacturing. However, its efforts to protect the planet go much further. The company recognizes that improving human quality of life should not come at the expense of the environment. That is why, through its water filtration devices, it offers a more sustainable solution to issues related to tap and bottled water. In doing so, it indirectly contributes to reducing single-use plastic bottles, which significantly harm the environment worldwide. It is also worth noting that single-use bottles not only generate a large portion of microplastics in nature, but the water inside them often contains microplastics as well.

Philips’ mission is further emphasized by its motto: “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”

Light: make your world brighter

Another key area of Philips’ focus is lighting, both for interiors and outdoor spaces, including sophisticated garden solutions. Since more than 80% of all impressions are processed through vision, quality light is essential for high-quality information processing. The type of light we choose affects not only our mood, activity, and rest, but also our health (including eyes, skin, and body weight) and physical condition. Light also determines how our brain processes information from our surroundings. To ensure comfort in the home, it is important to pay attention to lighting. Philips is aware of this and therefore offers advanced LED lighting solutions of the highest quality.

Perfection down to the last photon

When designing lighting products, Philips focuses on flawless quality while also considering modern trends and the specific purpose of each light. A ceiling light has a different purpose than a wall light, spotlight, floor lamp, or table lamp. By intelligently combining them, you can create original lighting compositions and adjust the atmosphere according to your needs. To go even further, you can choose lighting with adjustable color temperature or remote control functionality. Many Philips LED luminaires also feature EyeComfort technology, which reduces eye strain, as well as smooth dimming options.

Every room in a different light

Lighting should always be chosen according to the purpose of the room. In kitchens, offices, and bathrooms, brighter lighting is preferred, often using spotlights or fluorescent lamps, while living rooms are illuminated by pendant or ceiling lights and floor lamps. Spotlights can be used to highlight decorative elements. Bedrooms benefit from wall lights that create a more intimate and relaxing atmosphere, along with bedside reading lamps. Do not forget basements, hallways, or workshops—Philips also offers LED solutions for these spaces, often using recessed ceiling lights to provide functional illumination.

Even the garden deserves to be beautiful at night

Philips myGarden outdoor lighting is a category of its own, with specific requirements and rules. Outdoor lighting must withstand all weather conditions while remaining safe and reliable. Philips also focuses on environmental sustainability, which is why its LED outdoor lights are highly energy-efficient, often saving up to 80% compared to traditional lighting. Motion sensors further contribute to energy savings. Installation is simple and can be done in just three steps. The myGarden range includes wall-mounted LED lights, bollard lights, sensor lights, and portable lanterns.