Maureen Azuh writes on remotes and other devices that are activated with voiceRemote-controlled gadgets are commonly found in homes these days - from the television to DVD players, cable box, satellite and even home theater systems. These are also modified from time to time.In recent times, technology has made it possible for users to tell their television set what to do without lifting a finger. This is made possible with voice-activated remotes. The InVoca 3.0 Voice-Activated IR Remote, for instance, uses the sound of ones voice to control electronics in the home. Interestingly, it can control up to four devices at the same time.As smarthomeusa.com reports, a user can even programme multi-step macros or use this voice-activated remote controls channel scan option for hands-free surfing. The InVoca 3.0 Voice-Activated IR Remote uses four rechargeable AA Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries. While the AA Ni-Cd battery comes packed with the remote, the Ni-MH can be bought separately. But it equally has the same function.It learns the voices of up to four different users in any language and dialect, and recognises up to 50 commands and macros. These macros let the user deliver a command such as Movietime, which will power up the TV and DVD player and even open the DVD tray. It also uses up to 25 single-word commands as well as up to 25 multi-step commands.For the home theatre, techdigest says, the remote control talks the user through the programming process, making the setup easy. It can automatically search for the device codes from its vast library of IR codes or the user can enter setup codes from the index tables in the included manual. It also comes with a convenient charging base that is always listening for voice commands. Since a user does not need to touch the remote to change the channel or adjust the volume, it can be left on its charging base.Apart from the InVoca 3.0, there is Brookstones voice-activated handsfree universal remote control. The pyramid-shaped remote control has been designed to stand on its end. Enfotainer.com reports that instead of pressing a button to change channel, one can experience the fun of saying Channel 8, for instance, in numerous different accents until the right one is selected. Brookstone reckons its Universal Remote responds to virtually any language or accent.Hands-Free Universal Remote Control, as the name suggests, uses voice to control just about any TVthe TV can even be turned on and off, channels changed and switched, all with the voice.This Universal Remote Control can also work with any language or accent, and as always, it can be used in old-fashioned way toofor those who may not like to listen to the sound of their voice commanding a television set.With this voice-activated remote control, once the device is programmed, the user can remotely control any device that can be controlled via a remote.Apart from voice-activated remote for television and other electronics, there is also the voice-activated Spy Mini camcorder. This unique and portable DVR as stungumike.com reports is about the size of the thumb. The Minicam utilises a standard 2 GB SD card in recording 30 FPS AVI and 720 x 480 video.It has an internal lithium rechargeable battery capable of up to two-hours recording or 250-hours standby. It is also highly sensitive and begins recording when it detects noises at a certain decibel. When used as a personal gadget this spy gadget is small enough to record both video and audio while concealed in the palm. It functions either as a live camera or as covert surveillance camera. It is also equipped with a clip bracket for attachment to belts, bags or pockets and can be used in many recording situations such as network video, family entertainment, business meetings, outdoor sports, personal and home security evidence collection for the novice and professional.The minicam can be useful for business owners who wish to improve their customer service team by using a secret shopper. Using this tiny cam, one can shop or dine out while recording customer and employees service levels. The spy camera also has USB cable to connect with personal computer for data utilisation and battery charging.These voice-activated gadgets are available online and may also be sourced locally.
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