One of the two key “cons” in my review was that the $230 Hue Play HDMI Sync Box, which I otherwise praised as the best way to make your lights pulse in sync with your TV, didn’t ship with a remote, ...

There's also a $30 option that locates a lost remote when you say, "Hey Roku, find my remote." Here's how to boost your Roku experience. Eli covered the latest in the ever-changing worlds of telecom, ...

(InfraRed remote control) A handheld, wireless device used to operate audio, video and other electronic equipment within a room using light signals in the infrared (IR) range. Infrared light requires ...

Second-generation voice remote features voice search and command, motion-activated backlighting and Remote Finder Two customizable buttons create shortcuts to user’s choice, like Netflix, parental ...

Eli covered the latest in the ever-changing worlds of telecom, streaming and sports. He previously worked as a technology reporter at USA Today. Most Roku TVs, including every model in the 3 and 4 ...

For those who have used Roku streaming devices over the years, like me, you probably have noticed that the streaming service ...

Roku’s best remote yet offers hands-free voice control and a rechargeable battery, but some missing voice commands hold it back. Forget about upgrading your Roku player; the new Roku Voice Remote Pro ...

While more and more consumer products are rushing to include WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, the simplicity and reliability of infrared has kept it in the game in the game far longer than many might ...

Even though some devices now use WiFi and Bluetooth, so much of our home entertainment equipment still relies on its own proprietary infrared remote control. By and large (when you can find them) they ...

One of the key themes throughout my tour of CES 2015 exhibits was the wireless of infrared control of the Smart Home. Using your Smart Phone or Tablet, exhibitors showed how you could easily control ...

The main aim of this circuit is to design and demonstrate a simple 5 channel remote control system to drive five loads. The circuit works on the principle of IR communication. This article is aimed to ...

Amazon is now including its upgraded Alexa voice remote with its entry-level $39.99 Fire TV Stick, replacing the old, basic remote that the company previously included. The Alexa voice remote for Fire ...