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Google+ Hangouts get Remote Desktop feature using Chrome technology

, May 1st 2013 Discuss [3]

Google+ has just issued an update that brings the remote desktop feature to Hangouts. With Hangouts Remote Desktop, your friends can give you permission to control their desktop through the Hangouts app. Because you're in a Hangout, you are still able to see each other and voice chat with each other while you're controlling the other person's computer, making troubleshooting much easier. Read The Full Story

Best Buy follows Yahoo and cancels work-from-home program

, Mar 5th 2013 Discuss [10]

For some reason, Best Buy believes that it's a good idea to follow Yahoo's example and forbid its workers from working from home. Considering all of the angry feedback Yahoo received from its employees as well as all of the negative press written about its structure change, you would think Best Buy would stay away from the idea. But no, it's decided to cancel its flexible work plan, entitled ROWE (Results-Only Work Environment). Read The Full Story

Yahoo no longer allows workers to work from home

, Feb 23rd 2013 Discuss [24]

It looks like Yahoo's homepage isn't the only thing getting a revamp. Yahoo is also gearing up to revamp its entire working structure. In a memo released out to all of the employees who work for Yahoo, working from home will no longer be an option. That's right, those who work full-time from home and those who only work a few days from home will all have to work straight from various Yahoo offices starting in June. Read The Full Story

YouTube launches remote control support on new LG, Sony, and Panasonic TVs

, Jan 3rd 2013 Discuss [2]

While Google already announced support for pushing YouTube video straight to Google TV devices, the company is now announcing support for the same function on new Smart TVs from LG, Sony, and Panasonic. Owners of Smart TVs from these brands can now use the YouTube smartphone app as a remote control of sorts. Read The Full Story

VooMote Zapper iPhone Universal Remote Control Review

, Feb 14th 2012 Discuss [2]

The device you’re about to see is a tiny piece of technology that plugs into the 30-pin port on your iPhone, your iPod Touch, or your iPad. What you’ll get when you connect to the application that comes free from the iTunes App Store is a universal remote for essentially any television-connected device you’ve got in your living room. We’ve got the original release of the VooMote Zapper here, and what you’ll see is only the beginning of your VooMote experience.

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LogMeIn iOS app now free for remote desktop access

, Dec 22nd 2011 Discuss [1]

The LogMeIn app for remotely accessing your Mac or Windows desktop via your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch is now free. The app originally cost $29.99 and was called LogMeIn Ignition. This new version carries over much of the same functionality allowing you to remotely control your desktop computer from the convenience of your iOS device while on the road or simply lounging on the couch. Read The Full Story

Nest iPod-style Smart Thermostat gets a detailed teardown

, Dec 22nd 2011 Discuss [2]

A few months back we reported on a device called the Nest Learning Thermostat. This iPod-esque smart thermostat is available now and comes from Nest Labs - led by ex iPod chief Tony Fadell. The neat little gadget they've created will awake when you walk by, learn your ways and habits, and even save you money while it heats or cools your home. Thanks to Sparkfun we now have additional details and a full teardown of information. Read The Full Story

MyTVRemote App For iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Gets Hardware Revamp

, Jun 15th 2011 Discuss [3]

When it comes to interacting and navigating your TV and other multimedia devices, there are increasingly more options these days. One app that attempts to turn your iOS device into a magical remote that both controls your TV and integrates social features is the MyTVRemote app. Today, the app is getting an updated IR transceiver dongle that will not only make the app work better, but also aims to make itself a conversation piece. Read The Full Story

Ditch Your Universal Remote for Multiple Remotes

, Mar 19th 2011 Discuss [45]

Most people want to find a way to replace all their remotes for a single universal remote that can do it all. They reason that with a single remote, they can cut down on confusion and annoyance.

Oh, how wrong those universal remote seekers are.

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Bang & Olufsen Beo6 Home Theater System Remote Unveiled

, Dec 24th 2010 Discuss [1]

One day before Christmas, and Bang & Olufsen have decided to introduce a brand new home theater system remote. The new model, called the Beo6, is a replacement for the Beo5. And, as you might expect, brings new features along for the ride. Most importantly, though, is the added WiFi connectivity. The remote is unique in its design, as B&O have stuck a square display with soft-touch keys, on top of a round ball that features its own hardware buttons, along with a volume wheel. Read The Full Story

Pink and Blue Wii MotionPlus remotes up for pre-order

, Jan 19th 2010 Discuss [0]

Guys if you are lucky enough to have a girl that is into playing games (video games you perv) and you need a good gaming gift to get her for Valentine's day, we have found it for you. I talked a bit about the new blue and pink Wii Remotes that Nintendo unveiled back in December. Read The Full Story

New Kinetix announces price and availability for Re remote accessory for iPhone

, Jan 11th 2010 Discuss [5]

We saw some cool gear for the iPhone at CES this year. One of the interesting little accessories was the L5 Remote dongle that turns the iPhone into a universal remote. It wasn't the only iPhone remote accessory to turn up at the show. Read The Full Story
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