Google Nexus 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 4

[blueyzfr6]

Just wondering... I love the remote control

 

[infinity12402]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

im pretty sure it doesnt. its called an ir blaster.

 

[someguy01234]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

No it doesn't, Google does things cloud base, and they will want you to do Chromecasting. They're not going to invest in analog technologies. I have to admit it's pretty useful, but I dont think it will ever be on a Nexus device.

 

[SpookDroid]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

I didn't see an IR blaster in the specs or being mentioned, so I don't think it will... Nexus 5 doesn't have one, so...

 

[TheDroidKid]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

No IR blasting for controlling TV's and Set top boxes. But honestly you have to be pretty close for it to work.

 

[blueyzfr6]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

My S4 and S5 have it and I LOVE IT!!!!!! Especially with a 1 yr old, he'll take remotes and hit buttons, so we take a battery out. We use the remote on the phones...

 

[I Can Be Your Hero]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

Unfortunately it doesn't seem to have an IR blaster for TV remote control function.

I have it on my HTC One M8 and yeah, it can be pretty damn useful. Especially because it shows the TV guide and you can set reminders of TV shows and all that. Not really a 'killer feature' for me, but it's nice to have.

 

[BizzyGeek]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

I've got a harmony hub. Every device on my network acts as a remote. No Touchwiz required

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[blueyzfr6]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

That sucks 4.4 was designed for it https://developer.android.com/about/versions/android-4.4.html



"Infrared transmitters

When running on a device that includes an infrared (IR) transmitter, you can now transmit IR signals using the ConsumerIrManager APIs. To get an instance of ConsumerIrManager, call getSystemService() with CONSUMER_IR_SERVICE as the argument. You can then query the device's supported IR frequencies with getCarrierFrequencies() and transmit signals by passing your desired frequency and signal pattern with transmit().

You should always first check whether a device includes an IR transmitter by calling hasIrEmitter(), but if your app is compatible only with devices that do have one, you should include a <uses-feature> element in your manifest for "android.hardware.consumerir" (FEATURE_CONSUMER_IR)."

 

[asnigro]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

IR blaster is a must have on a device for me at the moment.

I was considering upgrading from my HTC ONE M7 and use the Remote as my primary remote. I know I could use a network remote for my Directv, but my surround sound and TV would relinquish me back to the stone age using 3 different remotes.

 

[infinity12402]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

I've had it on 2 galaxy devices and never use it. Mostly because it doesn't do any dvr stuff and that's half of what I watch. Can't say I'll miss it.

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[blueyzfr6]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

I've had it on 2 galaxy devices and never use it. Mostly because it doesn't do any dvr stuff and that's half of what I watch. Can't say I'll miss it.

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I have ATT Uverse, and it does everything on the DVR

 

[BizzyGeek]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

Get a Harmony Hub. Seriously, if you have a home theater set up with multiple components such that you need multiple remotes to control your TV, your receiver, and your set top box or console all to just accomplish one activity, it will make your life soooo much easier.

IR blaster is a must have on a device for me at the moment.

I was considering upgrading from my HTC ONE M7 and use the Remote as my primary remote. I know I could use a network remote for my Directv, but my surround sound and TV would relinquish me back to the stone age using 3 different remotes.

 

[prissysox]

Re: Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

Get a Harmony Hub. Seriously, if you have a home theater set up with multiple components such that you need multiple remotes to control your TV, your receiver, and your set top box or console all to just accomplish one activity, it will make your life soooo much easier.

I use the Harmony Smart Touch remote. They released the HUB after I bought my remote. I love that thing. Macro commands are awesome.

 

[asnigro]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

Had a harmony ONE that I bought from best buy for over $125 on sale. Screen cracked after a couple months from a short fall off the couch. Customer service was so bad on the phone I'll never purchase another product of theirs.

I did love the macro aspect of it, but I have to assume that feature will be coming to cell phone remote software soon.

 

[Aris Christofi]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

i think yes actually it has it

 

[infinity12402]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

i think yes actually it has it

Where did you get that from? There's no mention of an ir blaster in the specs.

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[rowdyspartan]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

I've been using my N5 to run media through my xbox1, roku3, & chromecast (total overkill, i know, but was curious on the roku). Solves for everything. volume control & on/off is all controlled by voice through xbox1. Voice control & streaming media is gaining momentum. Just something to consider if you are looking to invest in new tech.

 

[bembol]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

When it was first introduced last year, I was all over and even played jokes at LA Fitness & Bars. LOL

Now, I rarely use it. Easier to use the Rogers remote than have to switch back-and-forth with the Quick Remote app on my LG G3.

It would be nice if it became standard, at least you still have the option if you really want to use it.

 

[jamesrick80]

Re: Google Nexus 6 Does it have the remote control feature that the Galaxy has???

the note 4 controls my dvr, tv, and receiver very well and I'm on direct tv....