The first remote control for a TV was the Zenith Space Command back in the 1950’s. Space Command used sounds at ultrasonic frequencies to control the set. It wasn’t until the 1980’s and the Viewstar ...

Sometimes, you look around at all these gadgets and in a rare moment of inspiration or madness, you look at them all a little different??? connected in a way they are currently not, but perhaps should ...

The NewKinetix NK100 Re Universal Ir Remote Control is an accessory – with accompanying app – that will turn your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch into a universal remote control that works in any room of ...

Remote controls have become an integral part of our daily lives, as they allow us to easily control various electronic devices such as TVs, air conditioners, and DVD players. These devices typically ...

Wouldn’t it be so magical if you could control all your home appliances with one single remote? This out of the ordinary creation is none other than the universal IR blaster remote control, which can ...

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The infrared remote control might not hold the seat of honor in the average home theater setup that it once enjoyed, but it’s not quite out to pasture yet. After all, what are you going to use to stop ...

We can all be grateful that the days of needing a different remote control for every device in our home are long gone. Remember when you had a separate remote for your TV, cable, DVD (or VCR) player, ...

The SwitchBot Universal Remote works with many devices, including those with Bluetooth remotes. The built-in backlight makes it easy to find and use in the dark. The remote requires SwitchBot Hub for ...

If there can be a king of remote controls, it's the Logitech Harmony Companion. This universal remote is not just able to tame the many devices living within your media center but also capable of ...

Microchip microcontroller with a Zero-Cross Detector (ZCD): PIC16F1703. Leading edge (triac). Main supply : 110V or 230V. Automatic selection 50/60 Hz. Adjustable resolution ( switch 50/102 , 37 to ...