Choosing An iOS Infrared Remote Control
ZNF regular Chucky seeks our assistance in choosing the right iOS IR remote solution for his situation… I’ve always avoided Harmony universal remotes. I’ve never really liked the Harmony UI, in either...
View ArticleMyTVRemote IR Hardware Updated (Only $10)
In the last year, a whole lot of iPhone-based universal remote controls have hit the scene. We’ve primarily focused on the higher end offerings, like Peel and RedEye shortly, as potential Harmony...
View ArticleVirtual Roku iPhone Remote Updated
After only about two months in the App Store, Roku’s addressed my biggest complaint with their free virtual remote control. In addition to navigating one’s digital media streamer by swiping, Roku has...
View ArticleRoku Virtual Remote Headed To Android Market
After trailing third party developers, Roku’s finally responded with a Android virtual remote of their own. Now available in the Market, the Roku app is both visually and functionally similar to its...
View ArticleIs This Logitech’s Next Harmony Universal Remote?
It’s been some time since Logitech significantly refreshed their Harmony line of universal remote controls. But, after that Google TV debacle, the company indicated a desire to double down on their...
View ArticleRoku Streaming Stick On Sale. Remote Gains Volume Rocker?
Hot on the heels of the Roku pico projector announcement, the Roku Streaming Stick ($99) is now available for order and a revised RF Roku remote passed through the FCC today. This accessory looks quite...
View ArticleTiVo Slide QWERTY Remote Discontinued
After a mere two years, the TiVo Slide QWERTY remote is on the way out. I’ve been quite fond of this stubby little fellow, despite its high price ($90) at launch, and it’s arguably TiVo’s finest...
View ArticleNext Gen TiVo Remote To Feature Audible Alerts
TiVo’s soliciting feedback on the various ways they might implement sound within their next generation remote control. Of course, the obvious usage scenario is being able trigger an audible alarm when...
View ArticleLogitech To Sell Harmony Remotes. All Of Them.
Logitech continues to struggle with their identity and revenue, given another quarter of “disappointing sales“. To right this ship, the company intends to double down on mobile accessories while...
View ArticleWanna Chat With Your DVR?
According to Variety, DirecTV has been working on a Nuance-powered iPhone app update to bring speech recognition to HR24 and newer set-top boxes. My initial reaction was that it’s nothing more than a...
View ArticleLogitech’s Last Harmonies Now Playing at Best Buy
Prior to the division’s potential sale, Logitech’s last Harmony remote control models have started arriving at Best Buy. The Harmony Ultimate and (soon) the Harmony Smart Control join the Touch and 650...
View ArticleComcast X1 DVR Gains Voice Control (via iPhone)
Following in the footsteps of DirecTV, Comcast is the latest provider to bring voice navigation to the television: The X1 Remote app first launched in mid-2012, giving X1 customers the ability to...
View ArticleLogitech’s Xbox 180?
Logitech announced that it plans to retain ownership of its Harmony remote product line. The company has determined that retaining ownership is in the best interest of its shareholders. #The post...
View ArticleRoku Streaming Stick Remote Updated For Audio Output
The clever remote control audio out capabilities introduced with the Roku 3 will be making their way to the Roku Streaming Stick according to today’s FCC filing. Despite new MHL-compatible partners, we...
View ArticleTiVo Roamio QWERTY Remote… Coming Soon?
Thanks to WSJ Live, via AOL ON, it looks like an upcoming TiVo Roamio Slide Remote has just been outed. The new IR/RF remote currently shipping with Roamio is getting something of mixed reviews, due to...
View ArticleTiVo Roamio Remote Now Available for $30
If your household is anything like mine, you might find you’re in need of his and hers TiVo remotes – one for each nightstand. Fortunately, new Roamio owners now have that option… as TiVo has launched...
View ArticleNew TiVo Remote On The Way
By way of the FCC (1, 2), we’ve learned a new TiVo remote and RF USB dongle are on the way. While the rear looks quite similar to the new TiVo Roamio remote, due to a short term confidentiality...
View ArticleTiVo Slide Pro QWERTY Remote Now Available
Based on a prematurely published blog post, we’ve learned that the refreshed TiVo QWERTY remote leaked by the WSJ and FCC docs is the real deal and presumably launching this week. The backlit TiVo...
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