Entertainment technology

Television Technology – The Latest Advancements in How We Consume Entertainment

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The way we watch TV has changed a lot in the last two decades. If you thought that things were finally settling down, however, you might be in for a big shock. As the way we consume entertainment content continues to evolve, these big changes will be making a significant impact in the next few years.

Skinny Bundles

It’s no surprise that once streaming services became available, people abandoned cable in droves. Why keep paying for a service that was the butt of the joke, “hundreds of channels, and nothing to watch”? It took a while, but cable companies are finally listening. They’re now offering what are known as “skinny bundles”—cable packages with a reduced channel lineup and (most importantly) a reduced price.

Smart Tech

In a few decades, the release of AI-powered home assistant devices like Amazon’s Alexa will be remembered as a watershed moment in technology. For now, we’ll just have to appreciate how these handy devices make using home entertainment systems more convenient than ever. Of the many things Alexa is capable of, one is integrating with home entertainment technology, allowing users a new level of control over their TVs and stereo systems—including voice controls.

Entertainment technologyVR and AR

Why watch a movie when you can be in a movie? While VR is still in its infancy, that hasn’t stopped entertainment executives from announcing they plan to use the burgeoning technology to create interactive shows and movies that let “viewers” take part in the action. Once these plans come to fruition, it will be a true sea change in how we experience media.

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Top TV Remote Designs

The Top TV Remote Designs of 2017

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There are a lot of universal TV remotes out there. While we hate to complain about having too many choices, finding the right remote for you when there are so many options available can be difficult. That’s why we put together this helpful list of the best remotes on the market in 2017.

Top TV Remote DesignsLogitech Harmony Elite

The Logitech Harmony Elite is, quite simply, one of the best pieces of home entertainment center technology ever created. It comes with a full-color touchscreen and a super convenient “one touch” activity button, syncs up with Amazon’s Alexa devices and the Harmony app, and allows for voice control for up to 15 home entertainment devices. Even better, it allows you to control your home entertainment systems from anywhere in the house—no direct line of sight needed.

GE 33709

If there’s one downside to the Logitech Harmony Elite, it’s that it’s pretty expensive. If you’re not ready to spend quite that much on a remote, there’s always the GE 33709. It’s capable of controlling up to four different audio and video components, has an easy hardware selection tool, and can last for months on a single set of AAA batteries. Its extensive code library means it’s pretty much guaranteed to work with appliances from all major manufacturers, too.

Inteset INT-411 4-in-1

For people who love their streaming media, the Inteset INT-411 4-in-1 is hard to say no to. It’s programmed to work with Apple TV, Xbox One, Media Center, and Roku right out of the box, and allows users to program up to 32 commands onto a single button. Another feature is the channel lock to keep kids from watching channels with inappropriate content.

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SONY RMFTX200U TV Remote Control

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If you are in the market for this Sony TV Remote Control we have them here in stock at ReplacementRemotes.com. This is the brand new OEM remote from Sony, we offer a 60 day replacement warranty and a guaranteed return policy as well. Also, there is No programming required, just install new batteries and your all set. Call today and make your order, 336 924 8787.

Western-Digital WD001 HULU Streaming Media Player

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If you are in the market for this Western Digital HULU Streaming Player Remote Control we have them here in stock at ReplacementRemotes.com. This is the brand new OEM remote from Western Digital, we offer a 60 day replacement warranty and a guaranteed return policy as well. Also, there is No programming required, just install new batteries and your all set. Call today and make your order, 336 924 8787.

Samsung BN5901266A TV

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If you are in the market for this Samsung TV Remote Control we have them here in stock at ReplacementRemotes.com. This is the brand new OEM remote from Samsung, we offer a 60 day replacement warranty and a guaranteed return policy as well. Also, there is No programming required, just install new batteries and your all set. Call today and make your order, 336 924 8787.

History of the Remote Control

A Brief History of the Remote Control

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The first remote controls can be traced back to the late 1800s. In the UK, Oliver Lodge developed a device that moved a beam of light in reaction to an electromagnetic wave. In 1896, William Preece and Guglielmo Marconi, both skilled in radio frequencies, created a remote that could make a bell ring simply by pushing a button.

Here in the U.S., scientist and inventor Nikola Tesla filed a patent in 1898 for his very one device, he called “Method of an Apparatus for Controlling Mechanism of Moving Vehicle or Vehicles.” He demonstrated that he could wirelessly control a radio-controlled boat.

From here, the use of remotes continued to develop, but, initially, for military purposes to control planes and submarines, as well as missiles. It was not until the later part of the 1930s that Philco invented remotes for their radios, which became the first consumer remote.

History of the Remote Control

Who Invented the TV Remote Control?

The first TV remote control was invented in 1950 by Zenith. Zenith’s Eugene Polly invented the first wireless remote control in 1955. Since that time, remotes have undergone several changes, with the first major update in the 1970s to add many of the buttons, features, and options we enjoy today, which also paved the way for the creation of the universal remote in the 1980s.

Over the past 3 decades, remotes have continued to evolve alongside technology. Today, you can find remotes with light-up buttons, smartphone app integration, Bluetooth support, and more.

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Find Lost Remote Controls

Easiest Ways to Find Lost Remote Controls

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Sure, you may know where your TV remote control is while watching the latest sports game, binge watching Games of Thrones, or your other favorite programs. Yet, things are entirely different when you walk into the room, sit down, and reach for the remote only to discover it is missing.

Find Lost Remote Controls

While your initial reaction might be to put an amber alert out for the missing remote, chances are it never left your home. Before you panic, consider what you were last doing. Did you get up to get a snack and something to drink? Open the fridge and see if you accidentally set it in there. Even though this might sound funny, people have done it.

Your next step is to check the room where you last remember seeing the remote.

  • Look under sofa cushions.
  • Feel down the sides of furniture.
  • Get down and look underneath furniture.
  • Check around the TV and your home entertainment center, especially if you have roommates or house guests. They may have placed it here instead of leaving in your favorite spot.
  • In the bedroom, look under pillows, pull back sheets, and check in between mattresses, as well as under the bed and furniture.
  • If you have children in the home, ask them if they have seen it. They may have carried it off because they were hiding it from a sibling or using it as a toy.

If you still cannot find the remote, you can order a new one from ReplacementRemotes.com online or call us at 1-855-5-REMOTE (1-855-573-6683). We offer a wide range of options, including universal remotes and expedited shipping.

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Five Things You Can Do with Your Old and Broken Remote Controls

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Do you have a drawer full of broken remote controls or old ones for devices you no longer have? Most of us have at least a few remotes we no longer want or need lying around. Before you toss your broken and old remotes into the trash, here are some alternative and eco-friendly options to consider:

  1. Recycle remote controls at an authorized recycling location. You can find recycling centers, retailers, and other places, including Replacement Remotes, that will take your old, broken, and unwanted remotes and recycle them for you.
  2. Recycle TV remote controls by donating them to a vocational or trade school. Students in electronics programs work with all sorts of electronic devices. They may even take your old remote controls and repurpose them into some new device.

Teacher and student building a robotic arm

  1. Donate working remotes to a charity/thrift store. You can drop off working remotes at Goodwill, The Salvation Army, and other local charity/thrift stores. They will resell the remotes to someone who needs them.
  2. Turn the remote into a toy for cosplay events or for your children. You can paint or use stickers to transform the remote into a futuristic looking space gun or another such imaginative toy. Just remember to remove the batteries ahead of time.
  3. Create your own unique “art” piece using your old remotes. If you are artistic, you could create a sculpture or picture using different parts of your old remotes. You could even sell your artwork to earn some extra money too!

The main thing to remember when getting rid of old and broken remote controls is to not toss them in the trash. They are made of plastics and metals which can be recycled and reused.

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