Pocket PC Remote Control: You're In Charge Now!

It can happen to anyone. You walk into a bar and, though no one's listening or watching, the TV is drowning out what you're saying. Or you're at home and you just can't find that stupid remote - and the universal remote has never worked right. Or the battery has died on your remote, and you're sick of getting up every ten minutes to change the channel. Or Bill, the office idiot, has misplaced your remote again, and you have a video presentation in just a few minutes. What do you do? Well, how about downloading Pocket PC remote control software?

The technology you've been looking for has been around for years. Most handheld computers are built with an infrared remote device. With the appropriate program installed, you can download remote controlling codes from the Internet, choose your device, and instantly find yourself in control. Many providers offer other options: for instance, being able to code your remote control to remember what rooms your electronic devices to be controlled are in.

This means that as long as you can find a Pocket PC, such as the iPAQ, you can remotely control your electronic devices. And you can program in your favorite bar's television as well. No asking for the bartender to change the channel for you!

Companies that provide these programs also provide a constantly updated list of products that your handheld PC can control. You never download more data than you need.