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Can You Reprogram The Streamer Buttons On Your TV Remote?

If you own a smart TV, then you probably have streamer buttons on your remote control. This handy feature allows you to easily jump from an app like Netflix to Disney+, without having to escape back ...
Digital Trends

What does the Star button do on a Roku remote control?

Anyone looking to bring additional smarts to their TV has probably stumbled upon Roku. The device is available in multiple formats — but its remote control has remained largely untouched with these ...
The Conversation

Netflix and other streaming giants pay to get branded buttons on your remote control. Local TV services can’t afford to keep up

Ramon Lobato receives funding from the Australian Research Council (FT190100978). Alexa Scarlata receives funding from the Australian Research Council (FT190100978). Bruno Schivinski does not work for ...
The Verge

Google’s next Chromecast remote might have more buttons

An icon of an allegedly brand-new Chromecast remote from Google was found inside the latest Android TV 14 beta, and it’s got more buttons — including one with a star logo. An icon of an allegedly ...