![]() ![]() If you end up hating the provided remote from either brand, you can always opt for either using your mobile device or a universal remote-but if you choose the Hopper, you won’t want to give up the remote. Infrared allows signals to go through cabinet windows and doors more easily. Although we didn’t have any trouble with the Hopper’s remote, the inclusion of both technologies avoids common problems like the receiver not directly “seeing” the remote. The Genie took a step in the right direction by including both infrared and radio frequency technology, giving your remote and receiver better communication. Lost remote? You can push a button on the Hopper DVR or Joey receivers that will cause the remote to light up and blink while beeping so you can hear it underneath couch cushions or see it amongst a sea of black devices. The remote doesn’t just light up for readability, but also to be found. As you may have read in our Xfinity X1 Review, voice control is a personal favorite for making watching TV effortless.īeyond voice control, the Hopper Voice Remote’s backlit display makes it easy to read if you’re in a dark theater room or have a hard time reading small print. But keep in mind that you will need to have your Hopper 3 connected to the internet to use voice control. While the Genie has voice control when connected to a mobile device, we prefer the convenience of a dedicated remote while having our phones and tablets free. ![]() We love the Hopper remote for its voice functionality. ![]()
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