TV remotes still use infrared because it’s cheap, universal, and reliable. Remotes often use IR for basic functions and ...

The Xbox Series X and S have cleverly hidden IR receivers that allow for backwards compatibility for Xbox One Media Remotes.

The small open source hackable IR and RF remote features 9 IR LEDs and an IR receiver, 433 MHZ RF modules, built-in ambient light, temperature and humidity sensors.

The receiver module uses the same type of IR module found in the cable box to decode the signals from the remote.

Keeping your components out of sight is easy if you use an IR repeater to relay your remote control signals.

The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box can now be controlled with a third-party infrared remote control or with voice commands via Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri.