Too bad it fails miserably in features and functionality. It automatically detects other clients running on the same LAN and gives you UI navigation and playback controls. I will be using Plex most of the time so the remote controller integrated in the iOS Plex client is the obvious choice. For basic operations combined with it being platform- and geo location independent, it’s still the editor’s choice.Īgain, loads of options.
#Mediacenter remote control full
Of course it’s dependent on the amount of screen changes and resolution, but watching videos is not done and full screen applications become very sluggish. The refresh rate, even on the same LAN, is pretty slow. It’s also not the fastest package out there.
#Mediacenter remote control pro
It crashes every time when I close the lid on my MacBook Pro while connected to another computer for example. The free version does come with annoying pop-ups when disconnecting and it’s not the most stable in an OS X environment. An account keeps track of all your connected systems with online/offline status, so no need to remember or setup IP addresses or DNS resolves. It will pass through any firewall, works seamlessly with iOS devices and PCs are even accessible with the use of a web interface. I do have a set connected for administrative purposes, but it remains behind closed doors most of the time.įor full remote OS control, anywhere in the world, Teamviewer is still the way to go. It’s a media center, not a workstation, and I don’t like the looks of having a keyboard and mouse lying around the living room. They give you full control over the OS, but I don’t like it in my given setting. From cheap gear to professional equipment, not to forget Apple’s Magic mouse and matching wireless keyboard, so take your pick. All or similar soft- and hardware is available for Windows, OS X and Linux. They don’t rely on a Mac Mini or the OS of choice. These solutions are platform independent. They all have their advantages and drawbacks. There are a couple of ways this can be omitted for relative little money. That means no line of sight for infrared remote control. I strive for an esthetically clean setup at home, so the Mac Mini is behind doors. Watching movies and browsing through your media library from the living room couch can only be done with proper remote control. This article is part of larger collection on various subjects about the installation of my Mac Mini as a mediacenter to replace my PopcornHour C200 and Plex server PC.
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