Griffin’s Beacon universal handheld remote control system now available for Android, ships for $70

Nov 9th 2011
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Griffins Beacon universal handheld remote control system now available for Android, ships for

It has been quite ages since we got our hands on Griffin’s Beacon universal handheld remote control, long ago at CES. The IR converter has since hit the marketplace for iOS users , however the Android community, until recently, were left in the dead of night. That modified yesterday, however, when Griffin announced that its wire-free system is now available for Google-powered handsets and tablets. The transmitter, fueled by a quartet of AA batteries, converts an Android device’s Bluetooth signal into infrared and sends out commands on your TV, DVD or Blu-Ray player, effectively allowing users to put it anywhere around their home entertainment system. The handheld remote control functions are handled by Dijit’s customized app, where you are able to browse, search and speak to up TV shows, using the integrated guide. The app, like its iOS counterpart, is out there free of charge, however the system itself will set you back about $70. If you are even remotely interested, inspect the source links below, or the entire PR after the break.

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Griffin and Dijit Announce Android-Compatible Beacon Universal Handheld remote control System

New Beacon transforms Android phones and tablets into easy-to-use, never-lost remotes for home entertainment

Nashville, Tenn. / San Francisco, Ca. – November 8, 2011 – Griffin Technology Inc., one of several world’s foremost creators of innovations for lifestyle, and Dijit Media, a San Francisco-based software company whose Universal Remote and television Show Guide App software integrates consumers’ media viewing experience with their smart devices, have announced a brand new Android-only version of the Beacon™ Universal Handheld remote control System. The wireless AV controller pairs with Android devices via Bluetooth and works with Dijit’s free Universal Remote App enabling complete control over the full home entertainment system directly from the Android interface.

“With the proliferation of recent Android-based phones being announced each week, Beacon for Android was a natural progression for us,” said Mark Rowan, President of Griffin Technology. “We glance forward to bringing the foremost powerful and easiest-to-use handheld remote control to the Android user base.”

Beacon works by converting Bluetooth signals from smartphones and tablets into infrared signals required to regulate consumer electronics devices. Beacon gives users complete control over TVs, DVRs, stereos and other home entertainment devices, but with the versatility of a touchscreen interface. Better of all, it is a remote that they will never lose within the couch again.

“Android now has a massive following, and we’re really serious about bringing our handheld remote control and television show listings app to the Android Market,” said Maksim Ioffe, Founder and CEO of Dijit Media. “Our mission is to create the best ‘second screen’ entertainment platform, and Android compatibility brings us one step toward helping millions of folks get a bit of more out in their TV experience.”

Beacon is powered by 4 AA batteries. Set-up is quick and straightforward: there are not any bulky cases or dongles, no wires or cables. Just pair via Bluetooth and download the free Dijit app for Android, which now boasts compatibility with tablets and smartphones running Android OS 2.3.3 or greater.

Features of the Dijit app for Android include:

Tablet Interface: transforms your tablet right into a powerful home entertainment console.
Consumer Electronics Support: Beacon is compatible with greater than 200,000 devices
Search and Discover TV Shows: browse by time/date, search, discover new shows, and watch with only a tap using the Guide.

Rich TV Show Listings: access tv episode details, upcoming schedules, and Cast & Crew info
Beacon for Android, $69.99, is now shipping and available at www.BestBuy.com and on http://www.griffintechnology.com/beacon-android. Dijit’s Universal Remote App, a free download, are located at the Android Market. To profit more visit www.griffintechnology.com/beacon and watch the video of Beacon in action.

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