GEBacklit Universal Remote Control for Samsung, Vizio, LG, Sony, Sharp, Roku, Apple TV, RCA, Panasonic, Smart TV, Streaming Players, Blu-Ray, DVD, 4-Device, Black, 40081 Black, Backlit

I was very pleased and impressed with how quickly the remote connected to both my (10+ year-old Vizio) TV and my (1-year-old Roku Express) streaming media player. I entered the listed codes manually, for both devices. In both cases, the first code listed worked like a charm. I'm not very techy, but after reading and following the instructions, it all went very smoothly for both devices.I love that the buttons light up, and are a good size to read. They feel just a little spongey when pressed (I prefer a more defined, firm, "click" feel for buttons), but it was manageable. When entering numeric codes that ended with 5, I had to push the 5 twice to get it to light up and connect. Not sure whether that was intended/designed, or a result of the spongey-ness.I also have a (5-year-old Samsung) DVD player whose remote had been corroded over time. I purchased what I thought was the replacement remote for the model/serial number, but it didn't work. It's possible my DVD player is old enough that dedicated remotes are no longer available. That was my initial reason for trying this universal remote. I hoped the universal remote would control all the same functions as the old, included DVD remote.This universal remote does power my DVD player on and off, and it does open and close the DVD drawer. But I couldn't get it to show the DVD menu (for options like subtitles or special film features). I manually entered every code listed for a Samsung DVD player, and some of those codes did work to power on/off, and open/close the drawer. I then cycled through the instructions to let the remote seek and find its own codes, with the same result. I tested a few different DVDs, but never could get as far as playing the movie, so I couldn't test pause, fast forward, or rewind functions (I saw only the opening FBI warning screen and producer logo screens). Maybe my DVD player is just finally dying, and no remote can help.On closer inspection, I realized that this universal remote's description and instructions indicate only that it will power on/off and open/close DVD players; there is nothing that says it can access DVD menus or control playback. It's possible a newer DVD player might accept more codes or connect with more DVD functions.So overall, this is a really great remote for at least TVs and Streaming; it may work very well with newer, fancier DVD players and other components as well. The instructions are clear, and set-up was fully complete within 30-60 seconds for 2/3 of my devices.

I went through a number of other remotes trying to find something that had backlighting. tried the one that wakes your spouse because the click was so loud and a few others but this remote is perfect. Completely compatible with my LG tv, perfectly backlit for nighttime use and quiet. I can control everything with this remote that I can control with my LG remote, including settings, sleep timer... Hands down best remote. I will say, spend the extra couple dollars for the one that lets you choose the color, I ordered a second one for my wife but ordered the one color model and the lighting is blueish purple and not as good as the white light you can choose on the other.

Nicely designed in terms of form factor. I bought the black model that allows you to choose backlight colors. I had a lot of frustration trying to program my Roku+ Stick (this is one of the "better" ones in the product line with built in volume controls), but none of the codes worked. Before I decided to pack in in and return it, I combed through the Amazon Q&A section and found people saying that it seems to work with the Roku Express stick. This was interesting because the official feedback from the company was incorrect - they state that the remote only works with full-on Roku TVs, not the stick products. Seeing this info from that astute Amazon customer, I grabbed the Roku Express Stick from a different TV and swapped it out in the room and television where I wanted the GE Universal Remote to work. It worked just liked it should - I got it working in one shot, the first code "took" and I was in business. / None of this would have been necessary if Roku had better designed products with backlighting built in. In a darkened bedroom at night, it's hard to see your controls. / The moral of this story is that the GE Universal remote works exactly as I had hoped. It control both TV and Streaming device (plus other stuff like DVD players), all in one simple, backlit remote. I'm beyond happy with the quality and price.

This was wonderful works on my tv. Was very easy to program. Very light weight, feels great to hold. Built really good and price was right

I purchased this remote to replace my Samsung tv remote. The Samsung remote is frustrating to use because all the buttons are the same, I can’t tell which button I’m pushing without looking at it. This universal remote has lots of patterns of buttons, I don’t have to see every button to use it, plus it works as good if not better than the original remote. Also the back light is a nice feature.

I originally bought one remote for my mom’s bedroom tv because our old one had smaller and darker buttons that she couldn’t see really well. She loved it so much I bought a second one for the living room. She loves the large button size and the light up feature. It’s much easier to use for someone who has vision problems. Great product!

It works well with my RCA TV. The backlight is a good feature for night time use.

Si necesita un control remoto universal para reemplazar el original, no busque mas, este Control Remoto fabricado por General Electric es perfecto (bien diseñado, teclas iluminadas, para todas las marcas, etc.). Y ademas barato. Desde años atrás le he dado mi confianza a los productos General Electric porque garantizan calidad. Si tengo que decidir entre un dispositivo de otra marca o generico contra uno fabricado por General Electric me decido sin dudarlo por este ultimo. El producto anterior que compré de esta marca fue una antena exterior para televisión y sustituí una que era generica, ahora la cantidad de canales que mi television capta es mas del doble y sin interferencias. Porque la marca SI cuenta.

Es perfecto para su uso, ligero, super fácil de programar y abarca muchos dispositivos, además luz en las teclas!!!! Precio excelente, lo use en una televisión HKpro y funciona con los códigos de TCL perfectamente.

Did the job within minutes

I purchased the GE 4 device remote and it is fantastic 10/10 for my needs. I have a new Samsung 65” TV (not our main TV) and Samsung soundbar that I watch in a very dark room, mainly watching Netflix movies and series. I only use this Universal remote for the Samsung TV and soundbar, and don’t use it for any other devices such as Bluray player etc. I have been using this remote out of the box without having to change any codes. The backlit buttons on the remote are fantastic in the very dark room, just what I have been looking for. Some reviewers have commented that the Back button on this remote doesn’t work, but the Back button on my remote works perfectly. The only minor glitch I have found with this remote is that although the On/Off button powers on my Samsung TV and my Samsung soundbar immediately at the same time, the On/Off button doesn’t power the TV (and soundbar) off unless I firstly press the Home button, and then the Power button….. only a minor glitch. Otherwise all buttons work well, e.g. the volume button adjusts the volume on the Samsung soundbar perfectly, Fast Fwd etc work well. What I particularly like is that the main centre OK button pauses the show I am watching and a press of the adjacent > button advances 10 seconds with each press. Press OK to resume playing again. I usually prefer this to the Fast Fwd button that advances too quickly. In short, for the price, this remote is excellent for my needs.