Description
blinQ turns your iPhone into a universal remote. With blinQ, you can control your TV, set-top box, DVD players and audio systems. A detailed TV program guide for any zip code is also available through the app.
blinQ is the Best of Show Winner, MacWorld 2012
To transform your device into a universal remote, you will need our cool, orb-shaped Infrared(IR) emitter, known as the “Q”, which plugs into the audio jack. The Q is compatible with all generations of iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.
If you don't have the Q yet, purchase the Q for just $9.99 during the set-up process once you download the app. The device will be shipped free of charge to your home. The Q comes in 4 colors: Black, white, blue and orange. See images of our Q below.
With blinQ you can
√ Control any TV, set-top box, DVD or receiver/amplifier
√ Full program guide for all service providers in any zip code
√ Live information on the most popular shows on TV and which programs your Facebook friends are watching
√ Watch promo videos of TV shows or access their mobile sites without leaving the app
√ Facebook, tweet and blog about your favorite TV shows instantly while you are watching them
√ Gets you to the program you want in one single click
√ Set reminders for your favorite shows
blinQ supports all generations of iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
* Please note: We don't support OTA (over the air) program guide.
What's New in Version 4.2.34
Simplified setup process. New intro screen, some bug fixes
iPhone Screenshots
Customer Reviews
So far the app is useless, creators should be sued!
The app does not work with digital boxes. The embedded guide and station /program switching is broken. And the app creators are of no help.
Someone say class action lawsuite ?
Update May 1 2012
Just wanted to update my review with some useful info.
- First and foremost if your set top box or tv uses periods "." (virtual channels) (like most new digital capable ones do) then this app isn't for you as there is no support for that.
- If you have an old tv don't count on this working either.
- The current transmitter has also changed. They have switched from two IR emitters to one so you have to litterally be right on top of your IR receiver. In other words the range on the device is now limited to about 7-8 feet.
And finally as stated in the app comments ...there is no guide data whatsoever for digital stations.
In my humble opinion run the hell away from this app unless you like to waste money.
Update: May 7 2012
They have refunded my money.
They can get the money back as soon as the above issues are acknowledged and a reasonable fix is completed.
I also recommend user profiles, expert setup, and a *option* for weather info like boxee has right on the guide data
Bugs!
The app was buggy and didn't work reliably with my devices. With the update today it crashes when ever I press any remote button!
- Free
- Category: Entertainment
- Updated: May 13, 2012
- Version: 4.2.34
- Size: 14.8 MB
- Language: English
- Seller: Ryz Media Inc.
- © RyzMedia
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.Requires iOS 3.2 or later
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