14 DAY TRIAL // A truly universal controller for modern Internet-capable TVs and set-top boxes seems like a far-away dream, but the truth of the matter is that such a product is just around the corner, since GenosTV promises that they'll be officially showcasing their Cyclops Multifunction Universal Controller at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Since GenosTV is an IPTV operator that uses existing consumer broadband connections to deliver established television programming services to Internet-connected televisions and other consumer electronics devices, it should come as no surprise that they're quite interested in the development of such an universal control solution.
GenosTV also announced that the Cyclops development team has been working with a major international television manufacturer to integrate their requirements and control codes into the Cyclops firmware.
Unfortunately, the company doesn't provide any information about the respective manufacturer, so it might be just about anyone, especially since all TV manufacturers are extremely interested these days in the type of service/controller GenosTV might come up with.
"We are seeing escalating interest in our Cyclops Controller from entertainment electronics manufacturers, as well as a flood of excitement from consumers, due to its unique design and multifunction capability - universal remote control, keyboard and mouse functionality," said GenosTV co-founder Mike West.
"We are looking forward to getting Cyclops front and center with the other leading electronics manufacturers with Cyclops at CES. Cyclops is the perfect complement to the next generation of Internet-connected consumer electronic devices," added Mr. West.
Beside the Cyclops controller, GenosTV will also carry out during CES 2011 the first public exhibition of its flagship service, launching in early 2011 and exclusively offering consumers low-cost access to traditional broadcast and cable/satellite television programming over their current home broadband Internet connections, delivering greater choice, convenience, and value than current pay television offerings.