Ok so most people that have Comcast know about this app. I have seen the ipad commercial were the guy can basically use his ipad to change the dvr channels and record shows.
Does anyone know if they will be releasing the remote on the next update cause that would be another good reason not to get off the couch or go looking for your remote that your son threw 15 feet across the room.
Anybody else like the idea of using your vibrant as a remote for your tv?
I think overall its a good idea. I know the iPhone can be used with apple tv. For me, I'd rather stick with my harmony. I think eventually it will happen anyway, but for now I'm happy just to be able set a recording on my phone.
I do have a nice logitech eharmony remote I use, but I always have my phone next to me. If it could change channels with my phone, I'd definitely use the hell out of it.
Anything that you do must be through wifi/network connection. No infared which sucks, theres a whole lot you can do with that my ancient pocket pc's all had it not sure why theyve done away with it. although it might have been a contributing factor to why they were so brick like lol.
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I think overall its a good idea. I know the iPhone can be used with apple tv. For me, I'd rather stick with my harmony. I think eventually it will happen anyway, but for now I'm happy just to be able set a recording on my phone.
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Harmony is def the best way to go. Comcast can be configured on web too right?.. like cablevision time warner and fios. You should try it that way.. or buy a harmony off of ebay.. even controls the xbox 360.
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Well ill look into the harmony. But ive heard alot of rumors that the next update for xfinity app should give us access to the dvr part. Because if u load the app the dvr section or button is blanked out.. Can anyone confirm this might be useable with the next update? Cause thay would be awesome!
The dvr function is being rolled out to different areas at different times and you have to ask for a new dvr box. I asked at my local office (s. fla) they told me it wasn't available in my area yet. I too want the dvr function but it also brings caller ID to your tv screen.
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Xfinity apps, the truth
Actually there are 2 apps. 1 is xfinity mobile (email, tv listings, on demand clips, dvr programming, the other is the xfinity tv app. It is the one that controls your cable boxes. It does not need wifi (exept on "pads") or infared, it needs merely an active mobile internet connection. Currently the xfinity mobile app is available on the android market and xfinity tv app is available only for for i-devices (yuck!), but will be released soon for android as well. Also in the future on demand video streaming will be available through the app.
I didn't know about the second one. So, would I be able to screw with my wife and randomly change the channel while im somewhere else
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Absolutely you would. I've done it with my ipod (using the wifi at another location) and my coworker with an iphone screwed around with his parents just for fun and it was hilarious. Lol! By the way, the my DVR option is active on my Xfinity Mobile app (Android app that will not control cable boxes). It shows my scheduled recordings and allows me to set new recordings from the tv listings. I have 2 dvr's and it lists each one seperately. I have named 1 living room and the other bedroom. It's a very nice feature and works very well. The other thing that the xfinity mobile app does that I don't see mentioned. If you have Comcast phone service, it brings callerid from your home phone over to your cell. If someone calls your home phone, you will receive a callerid notification on your android phone, and you can access a call log of your home phone calls as well as listen to your home voicemail. Great technology is a *****!
Yeah, I was gonna say, I have the app and I can set shows to record without a problem. I can do it online too, but obviously this is convenient as well.
Am I the only one that cringes a little when you have to say "Xfinity"?
Here's an update on Xfinity TV app:
In February 2011 XFINITY TV app 1.0 will be released for Android. Providing all of the capability of the current application:
The XFINITY TV app offers customers more control over how they watch and control their XFINITY TV - Anytime, Anywhere, on multiple devices.
* Search for programs to watch on television or On Demand
o Scroll right to a channel or day to find the TV show you want to watch
o Browse the thousands of titles available On Demand, or filter to narrow the selection
* Select a program to watch and use a mobile device or computer like a remote
o Choose a program from the TV Listings and change the channel from your mobile device or PC
o Tune the TV to the program information screen of an On Demand program, then select Watch using your Comcast remote
* Schedule a DVR recording from a PC or mobile device – anytime, anywhere
In March/April 2011, the next version of the XFINITY TV app (1.5) will be launched for Apple device users. This release is focused on your feedback. We've heard your feedback and many of these elements are directly from the feedback from the iTunes store and our forum. Keep up the feedback, we love hearing from you!
The following features will be included in the release:
* Users will be able to create a favorites list
* Auto-Sensing Channel Mapping will automatically choose the correct channel lineup for the user based on their account information. The option to change this information will also be available
* Search by network
* Jump to channel number
* Speed scrolling
* MyTV – more information coming soon
* Sharing on Twitter and Facebook
* Recommendations – recommend a show for your friends
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iPad users can now:
o Manage parental controls
o Manage your video playback (pause, forward, rewind)
o Have access to additional filters
o Use the Play Now option which allows for live TV streaming
+ Note: This feature is not cable box dependant and is available to all XFINITY Internet/Video customers with an iPad
o Play Now will allow you to view content directly from the XFINITY TV app on your iPad.
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If you have an eligible Digital Video subscription (subscription must include these channels) and Internet access, you will be able to view content directly on your iPad from the following networks:
o Premium movies and TV shows from:
+ HBO
+ Showtime
+ Starz
o Free content from:
+ Encore
+ MoviePlex
o More channels and content coming soon
I recently got the Mi Box (MDZ-16-AB) to replace my Charter Spectrum DVR because I have IPTV service now.. The slingbox I have that reencodes to a lower bit rate (I receive via mobile hotspot in taxi cab with slingplayer on amazon fire stick) isn't able to control the box fully. The custom remote bin file is very limited on control options (power, menu and directional/enter buttons work) but the back button that is greyed out is a button that gets used way too often...
I have a VPN to my house on my mobile internet, but yet the limited 'android tv remote' app won't realize I'm on a VPN and insists on me using wifi for it to access.. Is there a third party app for android TV that will let me input the IP or IP/Port info in to control it?
I have a 13TB NAS at home as well with pretty much the entire DVD and music collection backed up to it, with kodi installed and running on a second input on my slingbox, for which I can control over the VPN perfectly fine using yatze.. So I know controlling it should be possible.
If I can't control via this method then the only other option is doing fireTV and controlling via the fire app on my phone (as I can sign in and control any fire device on the account) regardless of being on wifi or VPN.
Vysor, paid version.
Hi,
I am trying to control my Android TV using my google home and my raspberry.
I can connect the TV and launch most of the apps.
But I am facing issues when I try to do more complex actions... I am fully lost in the intents and activities...
I tried to find some informations with "dumpsys window windows" but without any good result.
I would like first to change the channels on molotov (I does not work just using the keyevents)
And another project would be to launch a specific Kodi add-on (catch up TV)
Do you have any idea of how to do so ?
Thanks for your help
Hi,
Is there a way to make apps like NOS TV, Vodafone TV, Meo GO, work with remote control from Android TV Box.
This apps are suposed to used with touch/mouse, but it would by better to be able to use the remote some basic functions.
Is there any way to do this ?
Disabled Anymote Remote Control.
I am looking for an app that like this app has personalized options
Like av input 1 input 2
Some TV remote apps for Android
AnyMote
Google Home
Roku
SURE Universal Smart TV Remote
Twinone Universal TV Remote
Unified Remote
Xbox
Yatse
TV manufacturer apps
Phone manufacturer apps
jwoegerbauer said:
Some TV remote apps for Android
AnyMote
Google Home
Roku
SURE Universal Smart TV Remote
Twinone Universal TV Remote
Unified Remote
Xbox
Yatse
TV manufacturer apps
Phone manufacturer apps
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I am looking for an app that like this app has personalized options
Like av input 1 input 2
I tested most of these..
It's not like Anymote.