For all the investment TV manufacturers put into their cutting-edge tech–4K resolution, curved displays, 3-D visuals, smart TV operating systems–the remote control has remained largely forgotten.

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The Button Remote for Apple TV by Function 101 is a simple IR remote that brings physical controls to the Apple TV experience. The Siri Remote that comes bundled with the Apple TV 4K is one of Apple's ...

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The Google TV remote makes it simple to browse your favorite streaming apps, and we’ll explain everything you need to know ...

From budget to premium, these universal remotes will streamline your home entertainment with easy setup, wide compatibility, ...

Google’s latest TV device, the Google TV Streamer, has a new remote with a customizable button. If you need that button, you can buy the remote separately and pair it with Google’s existing Chromecast ...

Android TV 14 beta includes strings that indicate that users will be able to remap a blank “star” button on their remote. The button can be remapped to open favorite apps or switch between inputs for ...

Universal remotes have always felt like a bit of a gamble. Any time you look at reviews or browse user impressions here on the forum, the feedback is all over the place. The Logitech Harmony Elite was ...

There’s nothing especially special or interesting about this remote, and yet, it’s easier to use than Apple’s own remote. That says more about the awful Siri remote than the excellence of this one.