So we’re not surprised to find that this setup just uses an ATmega88, IR LED, Bluetooth Module, and RF module. There is no connection to a computer (the USB simply provides power via a cellphone ...

For example, the Megadream Bluetooth 3.0 Gaming Remote can connect and control via Bluetooth, but loses its connection every time you power down the PS4. There are also some dongle-based remotes ...

Or you can use the ESP 360 Remote as a gateway to repeat RF/IR signals from a remote. And don’t forget about the ESP32 integrated Bluetooth! It can be used to read other Bluetooth sensors and ...

The Logitech Harmony Smart Control combines RF functionality and smartphone control in an affordable universal-remote package, but the complexity of the initial setup will burden some buyers.

Nordic Semiconductor's reference design for RF remote controllers offers non-line of sight operation, two-way data communication and 1-year plus battery lifetimes. The nRD24H1 reference design is ...