Why television brands still choose infrared over Bluetooth remotes
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize In an age dominated by high-bandwidth Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, infrared (IR) technology may seem outdated.
- IR remotes became popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s, replacing the mechanical ultrasonic “clickers’ introduced by Zenith Electronics in 1956.
- The main reason for infrared’s lasting presence is cost.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize In an age dominated by high-bandwidth Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, infrared (IR) technology may seem outdated. However, leading consumer electronics brands continue to incorporate this decades-old technology into new high-resolution TVs and remotes, showing that newer is not always better.
IR remotes became popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s, replacing the mechanical ultrasonic “clickers’ introduced by Zenith Electronics in 1956. Today, the simplicity, reliability, and affordability of IR keep it widespread in the global market.
The main reason for infrared’s lasting presence is cost. An IR system needs only a cheap LED emitter and a basic receiver. Manufacturers using IR also avoid costly licensing fees and regulations imposed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group.