We covered the Qblinks – an unusual smartphone remote control, notification, and alarm key fob device – during the summer last year. However, it never saw the light of day, and has since been ...

Remember the days before smartphones, when television remotes were bulky devices that burned through batteries with a vengeance? Universal remotes were a lifesaver — though huge, they worked with ...

Here are five reasons your smart home needs more wireless remotes. There’s no substitute for a "proper” wired-in wall switch.

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Why can we not turn our PC on or off from a distance? Or the microwave or the hallway light? Well, you can, with TeleTouch, a truly universal remote control. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) ...

You’ve probably heard of Kik Messenger, a phone messaging app with the backing of Union Sqaure Ventures and RRE. It turns out Kik was just the beginning of the company’s plans — today it’s launching ...

It’s Friday! What better time to kick back with a relaxing YouTube session after a tough week? Whether you’re watching on a PC at the office or at home, you can make it even better by turning your ...