Sometimes the simplest way to understand the cause-and-effect nature of automation is to start with the effect. Scenes are ...

All SONOFF WiFi and Zigbee home automation devices can now work with the Matter protocol. This can be done in two ways: ...

Devices equipped with Emerson's SmartVoice don't require Wi-Fi or a hub; instead, they utilize on-device voice control.

How to implement NEC protocol logic on a configurable mixed-signal IC. Discover ways to eliminate external components and reduce coding complexity. Configure up to nine custom commands using the ...

HongKong, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The SofaBaton X2 is a new-generation universal remote that turns both hardware craftsmanship and IR performance up to eleven. Its body is built from a ...

In watchOS 26, Apple made the Control Center more customizable than ever. You can rearrange it and add third-party app controls, and if you don't like your changes, you can revert to the original ...

Cleaning a remote control is simple and you have different cleaners to choose from, including alcohol, sanitizing wipes, and vinegar. Want to know how to clean a remote control like a pro? This is the ...

It’s not fun to talk about, but there’s only one thing certain in life. You need to have a plan for your digital legacy, just like you make a plan for your physical assets; otherwise, your accounts, ...

On 8 September 2025, the European Commission adopted amendments to Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2021/821 (EU Dual-Use Regulation) and published a Delegated Regulation, updating the EU’s dual-use control ...

You'd think a remote control technology that was first introduced in the 1980s would be completely obsolete by now. But infrared (IR) remotes are still very much kicking half a century later, despite ...

The Amazon Fire TV Stick is basically a streaming device. It comes with a remote, some cables and batteries, and an HDMI-CEC, which is technically the Fire Stick part. From it, you can use apps like ...

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