Too Many Remote Controls
Do you have too many remote controls in your home? It happens. Each component has its own remote. Or, even its own app. And, that adds up to clutter and inconvenience. You’ve been there. It’s Friday night you sit down to watch a movie which requires shuffling among several remotes. So inconvenient, since turning each component on, and making sure it is set up right can eat into your movie time. And, fumbling around for the right remote in the dark is just annoying. Then there is the inevitability of one of your remotes slipping down the side of the couch.
The reality is, there are so many devices to control in our homes nowadays. In fact, most people have at least four. And, the more you have, gaming consoles, speakers, sound systems, streaming media players, smart locks, lighting and so on, the more remotes you have. In short, it’s complicated — almost too complicated. The good news is there’s a cure for this all-too common issue: A universal remote. But, keep in mind, not every universal remote is the same.
How to Choose a Universal Remote Control
Just like there are too many remote controls for your media center right now, there are also many factors to consider when choosing the right universal remote solution. Finding the best universal remote really depends on your situation. With so many different universal remotes to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. Whether you need it to control a few things like your TV, sound bar and cable box. Or, you want to control several things like your home theater gear plus lights, shades and door locks is a matter of choice. For this reason, we offer some insight below on some important things to consider.
Things to Consider When Buying a Universal Remote:
- How many devices you would like to operate (four or more)?
- Which brands do you have at home (compatibility)?
- Which features are important to you (smart control)?
The best universal remote solutions extend beyond your home entertainment system, controlling things like lights, window shades, and temperature.

Best Universal Remote – The Neeo Remote
Unlike traditional universal remote control systems, The Neeo Universal Remote can replace all of the other remotes and apps you use into one that operates your home media and smart devices. Whether it is your TV, receiver or cable box you want to control, The Neeo Remote can control your home media experience and unify your smart home (devices) by leveraging the power of Control4.
This allows you to enjoy fast access to the things you use most like your favorite channels and streaming services, or your top playlists, while also having the ability to control your lights, locks, shades, security and more. So, whether you want to access a TV from a particular room or queue up your favorite music streaming service to play music throughout your home, The Neeo Remote will allow you to do that and so much more.
Tired of Juggling Too Many Remote Controls?
Sometimes you need more than just a simple solution for unifying your home entertainment. For example, you’d like the ability to hit a button like movie time which turns your TV, AV receiver, dims the lights and lowers your shades. Put an end to clicker overload with a universal remote control solution professionally programmed by Shultz Audio Video. San Diego’s trusted source for home theater installation and home AV integration. Ready to take your home entertainment to the next level? Call us today at (760) 505-7461 or press on the button below to fill out the contact form.
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