Peel Smart Remote
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Pros
- Works with many devices
- Good TV suggestions
- Responsive support
Cons
- Software lacks some common buttons
- Can be laggy at times
- No conventional program guide
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Peel Smart Remote
- Critic Reviews (7)
- 71AVERAGE CRITIC SCORE7 ReviewsEngadget70Peel Fruit and iOS app review: channel surfing ofThe Peel -- at this point in time at least -- is a great concept for folks who don't know what they want to watch, but those who enjoy channel surfing in its current form may find it to be limited.CNET60Peel Universal Remote ControlThe Peel is an affordable iPhone/iPod universal remote that helps you filter your TV viewing options, but its current shortcomings--inability to bookmark future shows for recording and the dearth of a native iPad app--make the $99 hardware component tough to recommend.Laptop Magazine80Peel ReviewWhile channel surfing is, by definition, a leisure activity, the Peel lets you get to the programs you want to watch quicker.PC Mag80Peel Universal ControlThe Peel Universal Control uses your iPhone or iPod touch as both a universal remote and a TV guide, and though it won't replace all of your remotes, it's one of the most useful home theater accessories you can buy.Home Theater Review60Peel Universal Remote Control and iPhone App RevieAs for the Peel Fruit control system, it's not quite ready for prime time, lacking the functionality, flexibility, and reliability it needs at its current price point.iLounge70Peel Technologies Peel Universal ControlIf and when Peel releases a truly iPad-optimized version of its application ... and a less power hungry version of the Fruit will be the nail in the typical Infrared accessory dongle’s coffin. Until then, less expensive solutions still have reason to breathe easy.The Gadgeteer80Peel Product Universal Remote Control ReviewThe Peel takes advantage of the iPod Touch, iPhone, and iPad to bear fruit in a new type of remote control experience that shines by delivering a deeply integrated user experience .
Key Specs
FORM FACTOR
IR station
PROGRAMMABLE
Yes