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Four Major Benefits of Using a TV Wall Mount

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For many households, the television is the number-one focal point for entertainment. When placing a TV in a room, one question usually comes first: Is it better to set the television on an entertainment center or mount it on the wall? Before you answer this question for yourself, take a look at four big benefits of using a TV wall mount.

1. More Available Space

Non-mounted TVs require furniture to stand on, which takes up horizontal floor space. A wall mount eliminates the need for such pieces, opening up small rooms and allowing homeowners to use that space for other things.

2. Better Viewing Experience

A wall mount lets you place your TV at the right height for your viewing distance, preventing unnecessary neck strain. It can also reduce glare and provide a clearer path for remote signals.

3. No More Tip-Overs

Wall mounting keeps the television firmly in place, eliminating the risk of tipping over and being damaged. For households with young children and/or pets, this is a major safety benefit.

4. Flexible Movement

A TV on a stand can be awkward to re-position. With an articulating wall mount, you’ll be able to pull out, rotate, and angle the screen as needed with minimal effort.

What Is the Best TV Mount?

The answer depends on your needs. Start exploring your options by browsing our selection of some of the best TV wall mounts on the market.

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Top 5 Reasons to Buy the Amazon Firestick as a Holiday Gift

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The Amazon Firestick is one of the newest remote controls on the market. It offers many functions and conveniences, making it a great gift this holiday season.

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  1. It’s an Actual Remote

So many of today’s hi-tech remote controls are touchscreens. Perhaps you are tired of these or you are getting your screen dirty. The Fire TV stick has old-fashioned remote control buttons. There’s also no unlocking a touchscreen or your phone.

  1. It Works Fast

The older version of the Fire TV Stick and even other smart TVs have some degree of lag. If you want a remote that works instantly, the Amazon Firestick changes channels in an instant. Amazon’s user interface is quite simple as well.

  1. You Can Speak Your Mind

Well, at least about what you want to watch. Just press the microphone button on top of this TV remote control and speak into it. Search for shows, browse the internet, and even search Bollywood films, thanks to Amazon’s voice recognition algorithm that now supports Hindi.

  1. It Has Free Data

You can get not only Amazon Pay credits but also free data. Depending on your broadband plan, you can get up to 240 GB, as well as free streaming. There are no limits as to how much data you can use. With Fire TV, you can set your own caps.

  1. Upgrade an Old TV

You can update an old TV set by plugging in the Fire TV stick, so long as it has an HDMI port. The television will instantly have a Smart TV interface, along with streaming apps. That means access to Netflix, Sony Live, Prime Video, and many more.

Convinced the Amazon Firestick is the gift to give? Find one or replacement remotes today on our website.

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The Best Remote Control Apps for Your Android or Apple Smartphone for 2018

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You might think we could convert our smartphones into the perfect TV remote control since our smartphones offer a wide range of features and options. However, to do so can be a little tricky since each TV, DVR, DVD, Blu-ray player, and any other entertainment system device is different.

On top of that, getting your home entertainment devices to “talk” to each other through your smartphone does require some type of remote control app.  In addition, the type of setup you have in your home to watch TV—cable, satellite, or streaming services—can affect how well an app will or will not work.

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Keeping these things in mind, let’s take a look at some of the best universal remote control apps you can download and use on your Android or Apple smartphone:

  • Roku: This app is for Roku owners and allows you to control just about everything you would want by using the Roku TV remote control. Plus, you can plug your headphones into your smartphone to listen to programs as you watch them on your TV.
  • AnyMote: This app allows you to set up macros to control multiple connected devices, including adjusting the light levels in your home. It is also compatible with Alexia.
  • Peel: This app works over wireless networks, as well as IR, with an IR blaster. It also includes a program viewing guide, as well as options to control other smart home devices.
  • Sure: Sure is another smart home app, and it focuses primarily on your home entertainment system. You can even send videos, pictures, or music through your smartphone to other connected devices.
  • Google Home: This app is for people who have Chromecast or Google Home devices. It is fairly easy to use and includes a variety of remote control features like changing the volume.

If you have an older home entertainment system setup and cannot find an app on your smartphone, you can still get a universal remote control from ReplacementRemotes. Shop online or call us at 1-855-573-6683 today!

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How Does Your TV Remote Work?

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Your TV remote stops working. It’s not an uncommon problem; you can order a new one from ReplacementRemotes.com—but how do remote controls work, anyway?

In the old days, people would walk up to the TV and turn a knob. Now, you can change the channels and use other functions with the remote control. The technology actually isn’t that new; it’s been around since World War I.

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Basics of TV Remote Function

Television remote controllers use infrared (IR) light, which you can’t see. When you press a button, a light pulse is sent as binary code to a receiver. Both the light and the rate at which it flashes are invisible; the encoded light patterns repeat five times every second.

The signal corresponds to specific commands on the unit including power, volume, and channel changing. On the remote-controlled device, there is an IR receiver that decodes the light pulses, translating binary ones and zeros into commands read by the device’s microprocessor.

A TV controller has a few simple parts. On the outside, there are buttons and a casing. Its internal parts consist of button contacts, an integrated circuit, and a light-emitting diode. Some remotes use radio frequency (RF) signals, which travel over longer distances; they are more often used for car alarms and garage door openers. RF remotes operate on the same principle as their IR counterparts—transmitting binary codes to a device’s receiver.

Now that you know how a TV remote really works, it’s time to shop around for the best remotes out there. If you’re looking for a replacement to your remote, search our site, compare models, and place an order today!

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3 Amazing DIY Entertainment Center Hacks

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Want to make your home entertainment center that much more amazing? It’s easy to do; just check out our list of 3 easy ways to get the most out of every TV stand.

Go Nuts on Your Scratches and Dings

Wood is ideal for TV stands and media shelves, but when a TV stand is well-loved, little scratches and dings appear, which can be really annoying to look at.

However, you don’t have to put up with them for long; instead of trying to find ways to cover them up, you can make them disappear. How? Just remove a walnut from its shell, and then slowly rub the nut into the scratch; the walnut oil darkens the exposed wood, making your TV stand look like new. Really! Not only that, but the oil from a walnut will also help to moisturize and protect the scratch, making it less vulnerable to damage in the future.

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Add More Storage Space with These Easy Fixes

Large collections of DVDs, Blu-rays, and other kinds of physical media can pile up fast. If you’re like most media lovers, you’re probably constantly looking for ways to store these items so that they don’t eat up too much real estate in your living room.

Here’s a great tip: Don’t use your home theater shelves for your media, as they can get cluttered fast and be messy to remove. Instead, buy some small plastic tubs to put your media in, and then place these tubs on your shelves. That way, you can keep your media items together easily, while keeping them confined to a limited space.

Any tub with room left over can be used for your remotes and game controllers. The great thing about clear plastic is its transparency; in being able to see what’s inside, you won’t have to go digging through each bin to find what you’re looking for.

Have a lot of media? You can also repurpose an old dresser, using its deeper and wider drawers for media storage. If you’re the crafty type, paint or stain the dresser to match the color of your TV stand, or cover it with a colorful piece of fabric.

Get Control of Your Cords and Controllers

Have you looked behind your TV stand lately? If so, you probably noticed a veritable jungle of cords back there. While no one really knows how cords seem to multiply or tangle on their own, we do have some advice on how to tackle this problem. You can control your cords easily and affordably with zip ties. Just bundle your cords together and wrap a zip tie around them.

Another way to control your cords is to gather and then wrap them with a binder clip. To get them off the floor, simply install a screw on the back of your stand, and then hook one of the clip’s handles over it. For game and remote controllers that always seem to go missing, Velcro can be a great solution. Just attach one side of the strip to the backs of controllers, and the other to any open space in your theater stand. When done with them, simply stick them up.

If your remote control is looking old, turn to ReplacementRemotes.com. Contact us today at 877-671-7173.

ROKU Remote Controls

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One of the hottest trends seems to be Roku enhanced TV’s these days. What once was a small device you plugged into the back of your TV is now standard on just about every single Television. We sell many Roku enhanced remote controls daily on major brands like Sharp, Insignia, TCL, Haier, etc. It has became such a demand we have also began making our on line of Roku remote controls that replace many popular remotes to give customers a more affordable option. Our Anderic Roku remotes are preprogrammed and work just like the original ones. If you have any questions or would like to purchase one, give us a call today! 1-855-573-6683.roku-rebooting

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Five Trendy TV Wall Mount Design Ideas for Your Home

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If you are thinking about freeing up space on the entertainment center or TV stand, check out these trendy TV wall mount design ideas!

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  1. Build the mount into the wall. Built-ins are trending right now because you are tapping into the space behind the drywall. Plus, it makes things recessed, so you gain more living space in the room. Just make sure to use an interior wall.
  2. In the bathroom above the bathtub. TV in the bathroom is becoming very popular with homeowners. They can relax in the tub after a long day at work and catch up on their favorite programs. Just make sure to use a water-resistant TV.
  3. Build a “picture” frame around the TV. Framing the TV will make it more decorative when it is not in use, as it will look like a picture of a TV that has been framed.
  4. On top of wood paneled walls. One hot design trend is to use hardwood flooring on the walls as accents or for the entire room.
  5. Built into a bookcase or entertainment center with sliding doors. Sliding doors hide the TV when it is not in use and turn the focus to the other décor in the room.

Don’t forget to upgrade your remote controls to a universal remote for easy control of your wall-mounted TV and connected devices. For help selecting the right remote controls and wall mounts for your TVs, please feel free to contact ReplacementRemotes at 1-855-5-REMOTE (1-855-573-6683) today!

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