PDP Gaming Multipurpose Talon Media Remote Control: Xbox One, Blu-Ray, Streaming Media
About this item
- Multipurpose remote controls your Xbox One system, TV, Blu ray and Streaming media applications
- Soft rubberized texture with TV controls, (volume, channel, mute) D pad, A,B,X,Y, and numeric buttons control
- Motion activated backlighting helps you locate buttons in the dark
- 2 AAA batteries included
- Officially licensed by Microsoft; Electronics general compatibility: Video game consoles
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ASIN | B01GOK34SO |
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Release date | October 3, 2016 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #19,325 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #5 in Xbox One Remotes |
Product Dimensions | 2.01 x 3.54 x 10.79 inches; 1.62 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Everyone 10+ |
Item model number | 048-083-NA |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 1.62 ounces |
Manufacturer | PDP |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
Date First Available | June 14, 2016 |
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Easily control your Xbox One system with the convenient officially licensed Talon Media Remote for Xbox One. Want quick and simple access to all your favorite movies, TV shows, music, and videos, as well as Complete control of channel and volume for your TV? Coordinate your system with the Talon Media Remote and stay in charge right from the comfort of your couch. With motion activated backlit buttons, a soft rubberized texture, and D pad/A, B, X, Y button control, you’ll have everything you need for a Complete Xbox One experience.
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Customers like the performance of the remote control. They mention it works well, has all the right functions, and the IR works just as well as or better than the official remote. It works right out of the box, and it pairs with their TV for volume. It also works well to navigate the blades and within apps like Netflix, YouTube, Prime, and Samsung LED TV. Overall, most are happy with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...I would definitely recommend this based on the price, size and functionality if you don't need an elaborate remote that washes dishes and runs..." Read more
"...This remote was exactly what I needed. Functioned right out of the box with no setup needed on the Xbox...." Read more
"...All excellent!PROS:* Batteries included, works right out of the box! As soon as you pop the included AAA batteries in this thing works!..." Read more
"...that it not only controls the volume and channels, but it also works with the FF, RR, Play/Pause, Skip<, and Skip> on my DVR/STB...." Read more
Customers like the remote control. They say it works as an excellent remote control for streaming apps, and is great for the Xbox One system. Some customers also like that it works right out of the box to control the Xbox and TV. They mention that it pairs to their TV.
"...This remote showed up today and controlled everything right out of the box, i.e. Tv, Surround Receiver, X-box, Cable box... since I had them already..." Read more
"...All in all I gave it a 4 out of 5 because it is a very functional remote that lets me hide the remote for the TV, Cable STB, and Receiver so I can..." Read more
"...I like the feel of the remote and how brightly it can glow. I also appreciate that it came with a pair of batteries...." Read more
"The remote works great for the Xbox Series X but after one or two drops the battery cover became loose and became an issue...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the remote control. They mention that it feels nice to the touch, has a grippy rubber texture, and has good clicky buttons. Some say that the remote is not hard and clunky like most remotes. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease and functionality of the product.
"...box... since I had them already set up in my X-box One X. I like the feel of it, I'm not quite sure of the type of plastic used but It has that..." Read more
"...review for simplicity, appearance, backlighting, shortcut key and feel in hand. Knocking off 2 stars for short MTBF." Read more
"...Just premium all over. Just the right weight, nice slightly rubberized feel, mechanical like clicky buttons, and a nice raised XBOX guide button..." Read more
"...like the silver Xbox Home button on the top, it is easy to find when turning everything on and looks great in contrast with the black...." Read more
Customers like the value of the remote control. They say it's well worth the price, has a nice feel, and is not cheap at all. Customers also mention that the remote has an excellent fit and feel, making it a premium all over.
"...Overall I would definitely recommend this based on the price, size and functionality if you don't need an elaborate remote that washes dishes and..." Read more
"...Excellent fit and feel! Just premium all over...." Read more
"...Pros:o Easy to useo Low costo Back-lit buttonsCons:..." Read more
"...If you want to use a simple, cheaper but well made remote to watch your shows and movies instead of your controller, this is an excellent..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the remote control. They mention it looks great, has a nicely laid out control panel, and has bright paint. They also love the button layouts and smooth design.
"...Would have been a 5 star review for simplicity, appearance, backlighting, shortcut key and feel in hand. Knocking off 2 stars for short MTBF." Read more
"...Very happy with it.* Thoughtful design. It just looks great!..." Read more
"...top, it is easy to find when turning everything on and looks great in contrast with the black...." Read more
"...With all that out of the way the remote is light, sleek and has a nice backlit feature that comes on for a couple seconds once it senses movement...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the button placement. Some mention that it's nice that the buttons light up if you move, giggle, or tap the remote. They say the buttons are placed similar to other remotes and have a nice tactile click. However, some customers say that the button have become very mushy and don't respond well at all. They also say the button are a bit hard to push and that the keys are very small.
"...have been a 5 star review for simplicity, appearance, backlighting, shortcut key and feel in hand. Knocking off 2 stars for short MTBF." Read more
"...but If I had to list one, It would be that the "Action" button doesn't really stick out like all the other buttons and most controllers, it feels..." Read more
"...Thoughtful design. It just looks great! I love the motion activated back lighting, I wish it stayed on maybe a second longer once you stop moving..." Read more
"...Some of my other minor gripes is the buttons all feel the same, often time there are dimples or bumps on the 5 to center your finger, or the volume..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the remote control. Some mention that the construction of the controller seems pretty good, and feels well made. However, others say that it doesn't seem very durable, and the reliability began to fail. The remote tends to get damaged with time, and has a 2 year warranty.
"...I love the fact that it not only controls the volume and channels, but it also works with the FF, RR, Play/Pause, Skip<, and Skip> on my DVR/..." Read more
"...The construction of the controller seems pretty good (for the price)...." Read more
"...The little plastic tabs inside apparently break very easily. Not news to me but I wish they'd use some aluminum or something instead...." Read more
"...Meets all my needs. Feels so well made. Very pleased I went with this instead of the official Xbox remote.Remote is a great length...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the remote control. Some mention that it preserves batteries, while others say that it goes through batteries like crazy.
"...the media and streaming services on my Xbone, but the batteries had a terrible life span...." Read more
"...All excellent!PROS:* Batteries included, works right out of the box! As soon as you pop the included AAA batteries in this thing works!..." Read more
"...Looks like these remotes only last about 2 years under normal use. I bought mine Jan 27, 2020. I'm going to look for another brand...if it exists...." Read more
"...Quick non-wordy breakdown: Pros:- Easy to use.- Battery saver.- Great for Media (Netflix, blu-ray, youtube, etc..)-..." Read more
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Overall I would definitely recommend this based on the price, size and functionality if you don't need an elaborate remote that washes dishes and runs errands for you...
I found it so hard to believe it was something wrong with my new XBOX remote as the strangest things began happening in my living room with ALL of my remotes, THEN IT HIT ME!
I recently re-arranged my living room and moved my HTC VIVE VR setup into the living room. I thought my remotes were on the fritz (All of them, LG TV, Dell Projector, Vizio Soundbar, Xbox Media Remote), but come to find out, the HTC VIVE IR Towers produce such a powerful Infrared Interference when the stations are plugged in that they actually were blocking all other IR transmitting devices! Who'da thunk it! Needless to say, I leave my HTC VIVE base stations on smart switches and only turn them on when I plan to game in VR.
Moral of the story, 5 stars to the PDP Media XBOX remote. I am thrilled with it! I have the multi-use button programmed to open Hulu with 1 click which is convenient for watching live TV on my Hulu Subscription.
Thanks PDP for producing such a great product!
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Original Review:
This remote was exactly what I needed. Functioned right out of the box with no setup needed on the Xbox. I especially liked the ability to update the shortcut button to be able to open Hulu with one click as I stream Hulu plus for live tv.
However...after several months my Xbox does not respond to input from the Talon. The backlighting still functions on the remote as if it were sending commands however I can no longer use. I tried new batteries however I am having to revert back to using a standard Xbox controller to navigate. Very unfortunate as I loved this remote. I was using more than the controller! Would have been a 5 star review for simplicity, appearance, backlighting, shortcut key and feel in hand. Knocking off 2 stars for short MTBF.
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Very impressed with this device. From first impression pulling it out of the box, ease of set up, and performance. All excellent!
PROS:
* Batteries included, works right out of the box! As soon as you pop the included AAA batteries in this thing works! No sync, no programming. It was even able to control my connected Vizio E48 right out of the box which impressed me, didn't even have to program it.
* Excellent fit and feel! Just premium all over. Just the right weight, nice slightly rubberized feel, mechanical like clicky buttons, and a nice raised XBOX guide button just like a controller.
* Performance. I have a large, open floor plan living space. Probably 14-16 feet from my TV / Xbox. Maybe more. Can't find a spot in my living room this thing doesn't work. Very happy with it.
* Thoughtful design. It just looks great! I love the motion activated back lighting, I wish it stayed on maybe a second longer once you stop moving it but then that may impact battery life too much, IDK. Overall love, love it.
Caviats/ gotchas!
I Have a Kinect positioned in a prominent location just bellow my TV, it has a powerful IR blaster that this device may be leveraging to provide such excellent performance. If you don't have a connect I suppose your mileage might vary. I don't know for sure.
CONS:
* None so far! I always dock a start if there are any real cons and I just can't find one. I'll update if I do.
Summary: I paid $15 for this on Cyber Monday. Even at $30 this guy is a no brainier if you use your xbox for media consumption, it's just a great device. Blows the OEM offering or any previous media remotes I can remember out of the water.
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The backlight gets activated based on motion, so the remote lights up as soon as you pick it which is quite helpful in dark environments. The button controls are good. If anything, I wish it had swipe controls similar to that of the Apple TV remote to scroll up and down.
The remote doesn't need to be paired, as it can control any Xbox One through its front IR receiver, even in Power Saving mode. Putting the batteries in and turning on your Xbox with it for the first time is magical, as it responds instantly. This ability to control any X1 out of the box is also extremely convenient for me, as there's two X1's in my house, and I can also take it with me to my friends' houses if we plan to watch movies there. The only problem with this method as opposed to Bluetooth like on PS4 remotes is that you'll need to point directly at the Xbox to control it--but that's something we've dealt with since the 80's, anyway.
The build quality is magnificent, especially for its price. It's made with matte plastic, with texturing that makes it feel super premium. A glossy plastic strip runs along the sides of the remote to cleverly mask the infrared receiver at the top of the remote, and there isn't even a visible cutout for the battery compartment--the entire bottom comes off to reveal the AAA batteries underneath. The buttons all have a satisfying clickiness to them, and have the same texturing as the remote body, making sure the whole thing feels consistent. The remote's buttons also have a backlight that turns on when a button is pressed or it detects movement; the lighting is just strong enough to let you clearly see, but not bright enough to be distracting if you've turned the lights down for a movie. The ABXY buttons and Xbox button aren't backlit, however.
The button layout is slightly awkward compared to other remotes. While I greatly appreciate the ABXY buttons being put in a flattened diamond shape, what makes the layout awkward is how the playback controls, as well as Start and Select (or Menu and View, as you might call them), are put up at the very top with the Xbox button. I'm very much used to remotes that put the playback controls below the D-pad, so it feels kind of off in this regard.
A big caveat if you plan to use this remote, or any Xbox One remote for that matter, is that X1 remotes are incapable of controlling the TV directly, and must send the signal to the X1 which then relays it to the TV. This doesn't sound bad at first--and it isn't, if your TV can send and receive signals via HDMI--but the Xbox One lacks an IR emitter, meaning you'll need to either buy an external one that hooks up via a 3.5mm jack on the back, or an entire Kinect. Yeah... I actually have a Kinect, and as a result it works quite consistently, but at one point I also had an external IR emitter, and that was pretty unreliable since I couldn't stick it to my TV's IR emitter directly. This isn't really a fault of the remote, however; this is just due to shortsightedness on Microsoft's part when it came to designing the Xbox One--remember that at one point the Kinect was not only standard, but required.
Anyway, this is an excellent remote, that plays to the Xbox One's strengths well and also works despite the console's weaknesses. Certainly worth it if you like using your X1 for playing and streaming media.
Reviewed in Canada on November 13, 2019
The remote doesn't need to be paired, as it can control any Xbox One through its front IR receiver, even in Power Saving mode. Putting the batteries in and turning on your Xbox with it for the first time is magical, as it responds instantly. This ability to control any X1 out of the box is also extremely convenient for me, as there's two X1's in my house, and I can also take it with me to my friends' houses if we plan to watch movies there. The only problem with this method as opposed to Bluetooth like on PS4 remotes is that you'll need to point directly at the Xbox to control it--but that's something we've dealt with since the 80's, anyway.
The build quality is magnificent, especially for its price. It's made with matte plastic, with texturing that makes it feel super premium. A glossy plastic strip runs along the sides of the remote to cleverly mask the infrared receiver at the top of the remote, and there isn't even a visible cutout for the battery compartment--the entire bottom comes off to reveal the AAA batteries underneath. The buttons all have a satisfying clickiness to them, and have the same texturing as the remote body, making sure the whole thing feels consistent. The remote's buttons also have a backlight that turns on when a button is pressed or it detects movement; the lighting is just strong enough to let you clearly see, but not bright enough to be distracting if you've turned the lights down for a movie. The ABXY buttons and Xbox button aren't backlit, however.
The button layout is slightly awkward compared to other remotes. While I greatly appreciate the ABXY buttons being put in a flattened diamond shape, what makes the layout awkward is how the playback controls, as well as Start and Select (or Menu and View, as you might call them), are put up at the very top with the Xbox button. I'm very much used to remotes that put the playback controls below the D-pad, so it feels kind of off in this regard.
A big caveat if you plan to use this remote, or any Xbox One remote for that matter, is that X1 remotes are incapable of controlling the TV directly, and must send the signal to the X1 which then relays it to the TV. This doesn't sound bad at first--and it isn't, if your TV can send and receive signals via HDMI--but the Xbox One lacks an IR emitter, meaning you'll need to either buy an external one that hooks up via a 3.5mm jack on the back, or an entire Kinect. Yeah... I actually have a Kinect, and as a result it works quite consistently, but at one point I also had an external IR emitter, and that was pretty unreliable since I couldn't stick it to my TV's IR emitter directly. This isn't really a fault of the remote, however; this is just due to shortsightedness on Microsoft's part when it came to designing the Xbox One--remember that at one point the Kinect was not only standard, but required.
Anyway, this is an excellent remote, that plays to the Xbox One's strengths well and also works despite the console's weaknesses. Certainly worth it if you like using your X1 for playing and streaming media.