What is an IR Blaster and How Does it Work? An IR blaster is a hardware component in some smartphones that allows the device to emulate an infrared remote control, enabling it to control various ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We've grown a little spoiled. At some point during the progression of televisions and media devices, remote controls went from infrared ...

Over on his YouTube channel [Electronic Wizard] has released a video that explains how infrared (IR) remote controllers work: IR Remote Controllers protocol: 101 to advanced. This video covers the NEC ...

Update 10/24/2024: SlashGear has received feedback from readers noting that this feature isn't live for everyone. Instead, the feature seems to be only available to Xbox Insiders running beta builds.

I switch phones quite frequently. My current favorite is the OnePlus 13 because in addition to packing exceptional hardware, it also offers a decades-old feature: an IR blaster. I find this ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. If your hands are occupied or your remote control is buried between couch cushions, you can always use your Apple ...