Month: May 2018

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A Guide to Universal Remotes on How to Choose the Best One

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Are you tired of having to use two, three, four, or more remotes to control all of your home entertainment devices? Do you get confused as to which remote does what? Have you tried using the so-called “compatibility” feature on some original remotes with little success or very limited functionality? If so, then a universal remote could be the perfect solution to these issues!

Selecting the right one depends on the number of devices you have and what functions you want to perform. There are several different types that function slightly differently. Three of the most popular ones include:

  • Learning Remotes: This type of remote requires you to program it using your existing remotes. It can “learn” functions for each of your devices. They will also work with a number of remote-controlled smart devices.

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  • Pre-Programmed Remotes: This type of remote comes pre-programmed with codes to control anywhere from four to twelve devices. They are a good choice if you are technology-challenged, have older devices, or only have a basic home entertainment setup.
  • Touch Screen Remotes: These remotes can be either learning or pre-programmed remotes. Setting up the remote is easy, as most walk you through the steps on the touchscreen. Some models can also feature Wi-Fi connectivity and/or an app you can use on your smartphone.

For additional information about universal remotes and help in selecting the best one for controlling your devices, please feel free to contact ReplacementRemotes at 1-855-5-REMOTE (1-855-573-6683) for assistance today!

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Four Common Issues Seniors Face When Using TV Remote Controls

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If you are a senior or have elderly parents, you want to make sure, as you age in place, you have access to technology and devices to make your life easier. One area where most seniors have issues is with their TV remote controls. Some of the more common issues seniors face include:

  1. The buttons on the remote are very small. Being able to push the right button can be difficult since they are crammed together and are so tiny. The best solution for this issue is a large button TV remote control for elderly
  2. The buttons on the remote are all the same color. It can be hard to distinguish between different devices’ power on/off, stop, start, volume up/down, channel up/down and other such functions. One solution is to get a universal remote for seniors that uses different colors for the different functions.

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  1. The buttons on the remote have print too tiny to read. This issue is because the buttons on the remote are crammed together and made smaller. A large-button TV remote for seniors will also resolve this issue.
  1. There are too many buttons on the remote. Many seniors only have a few devices they need to control—the TV, Blu-ray player, and cable/satellite box. They do not need a remote with 20 gazillion buttons and functions for controlling every single component and “smart” device in the entire home. The easiest solution is to find a remote control that controls two to three devices and has fewer buttons.

As you can see, there are simple and effective ways for overcoming these common issues seniors face when using TV remote controls. For assistance in finding the best universal remote for seniors, please feel free to contact Replacement Remotes at 1-855-573-6683 to speak with a representative today!