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SMK Electronics to Introduce 'Evolution' and 'Voice Navigator' Remote Controls at CableLabs® Winter Conference
[February 09, 2016]

SMK Electronics to Introduce 'Evolution' and 'Voice Navigator' Remote Controls at CableLabs® Winter Conference


SMK Electronics, a division of SMK Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers of OEM remote controls, will introduce two new 'next generation' remote control product families this week at the CableLabs® Winter Conference. Incorporating the latest design and wireless technology advances, SMK's new 'Evolution' and 'Voice Navigator' remote controls offer an array of advanced interface options-giving cable TV providers a wide choice of cost-effective solutions. The Conference, to be held this week in Orlando, Florida, is open only to registered Cable Operator attendees and participating vendors.

"SMK's new 'Evolution' and 'Voice avigator' remote controls are game changers," said Paul Evans, President, SMK Electronics Corporation. "Utilizing the latest industrial design and wireless technology advances, they support a broad spectrum of user interface options-giving Pay TV providers a wide choice of 'next generation' remote control solutions.



"SMK remote controls are both customizable and cost-effective," continued Mr. Evans. "Produced via localized R&D and manufacturing centers, they give Pay TV providers solutions offering the complete range of user interface modalities, extensive customization options and a quick time to market."

'Evolution' and 'Voice Navigator' Remote Controls


SMK's new 'Evolution' remote control (available in both 47-key and 9-16-key models) utilizes the service provider's choice of IR, RF, Bluetooth®, ZigBee (News - Alert)®, RF4CE or Wi-Fi Direct® wireless technologies to power an array of user interface options; while the sleek new 'Voice Navigator' (a compact remote supporting up to 20 keys) utilizes Bluetooth® Low Energy to bring 'voice command' to Pay TV applications.

About SMK Electronics

SMK Electronics Corporation U.S.A. is a division of SMK Corporation, a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of OEM remote controls and components. Through its local R&D and Manufacturing facilities, in coordination with SMK's R&D and Manufacturing Centers worldwide, SMK Electronics is uniquely positioned to provide the industry with technologically advanced, cost-effective solutions.

CableLabs® is a registered trademark of CableLabs. Wi-Fi Direct® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance (News - Alert). Bluetooth® and Bluetooth Smart are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ZigBee® is a registered trademark of the ZigBee Alliance. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.


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