Alternative/Accessible Remote?
Can a non-Roku remote be used for Roku? My son is disabled and he likes watching TV but I'm wondering if I can get him a bigger button remote to use instead of the Roku Remote we have...
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Roku needs to develop a larger remote with larger buttons for senior citizens and folks with limited dexterity. Ever heard of the the ADA?
Hi tich00,
Thanks for sharing that with us!
We're always looking to improve our products and appreciate your suggestion to add a large button on the remote. Feel free to share additional feedback, and ideas then post them here at Suggest a Feature.
We strive to provide the best experience possible, and we always appreciate feedback from our customers.
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NimfaI think companies are afraid that having accessibility would make their product less appealing. lol
Feel like 100 years ago when families used to hide people with disabilities.
Yes, though it needs to be an IR-capable (non-stick) model that can be programmed to use Roku's codes - you'll lose Voice capability as well.
I developed a Roku remote If he is a Windows user.
The app support the excellent Adaptive controller from Microsoft (https://www.xbox.com/en-US/accessories/controllers/xbox-adaptive-controller).
Anisoptera : Feel free to message me if you need the link and for a promocode to get the application for free.
I would love to have a feedback about how to make the application more accessible.Did you ever find a remote that works? My 96 year old mother-in-law is having similar problems'.
Tdawg4evr wrote:Did you ever find a remote that works? My 96 year old mother-in-law is having similar problems'.
There are numerous universal IR remotes that can be used on Roku players. Many are designed for use like this. But as UserOfStreamers mentioned it has to be a Roku player that supports IR. This would be any Roku player EXCEPT the Stick models. You can tell a Roku Stick from other players because the Stick can plug directly into the TV without a cable. So as long as the Roku uses an HDMI cable to connect to the TV, it supports IR control.
