Coming Soon... Unify4Life AV|Shadow for the Storm!

By Kevin Michaluk on 23 Feb 2009 12:46 pm

I was wondering when we'd see the Unify4Life AV Shadow be available with a Storm-optimized app... the answer? Soon! The guys from U4L just let me know that it'll be available later this week. In the meantime, you can get a quick demo by watching the video above. The Storm as a remote control... sweet! Be sure to drop your thoughts in the comments. And if you're not familiar with Unify4Life's products, follow the links below to learn more!

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64 comments

Cyguy33 Feb 23, 2009 at 12:57 pm

I'm pretty excited for this, I haven't used their programs in the past but this could be very helpful since my phone never leaves my side and I can never find the remote.

mmiles84 Feb 23, 2009 at 12:58 pm

Ive been waiting for this for awhile since I seen the CES U4L videos. I have 4 HDMI devices that I use and I'm always having to use different remotes for the different devices. I was going to get a universal remote but I wanted to wait and see if they were going to make an app for my storm. Now that I know its going to be here soon, I will be purchasing this app the day it comes out. Thanks for the info.

yhwhsozo Feb 23, 2009 at 1:59 pm

anyone want to spot me some $$$ so I can get this?

rlhammon Feb 23, 2009 at 2:10 pm

Great news.. but I'm looking forward to a Storm release of the Garage opener instead. Many great uses, and any more bluetooth "location aware" type applications would be greatly appreciated.

fireringberry Feb 23, 2009 at 2:24 pm

How does this work if the storem does not have a infrared port?

bearkat38 Feb 23, 2009 at 2:41 pm

It uses BlueTooth technology. I am all over this one!!

Trakberry Feb 23, 2009 at 2:42 pm

that apps looking sweet !

Trakberry Feb 23, 2009 at 2:46 pm

that apps looking sweet !

gnr-met Feb 23, 2009 at 3:42 pm

Is this the one that will work with the PS3?

Mike @ Unify4Life Feb 24, 2009 at 7:09 pm

The AV|Shadow controls IR enabled devices. We are currently working on our Play|Shadow(TM) product and that will enable the control of the PS3 DVD player, and also turn the BlackBerry into a keypad for the Web Browsing experience on the PS3.

Feb 23, 2009 at 3:52 pm

if this does all it says, I'll be first in line. Right now I have 3 remotes. One for the TV that I use to switch inputs, 1 for cable and power to tv and cable, and one for the surround sound for switching inputs and volume. If i can do all this with the storm, i'll be jacked.

I wonder if it can control game system while watching movies? I tend to use my ps3 for this... I'm guessing yes since it uses bluetooth controllers already.

Here's hoping it's easy to setup!

Riddox Feb 23, 2009 at 4:37 pm

so i can just get T.V. on my phone?

skyys Feb 23, 2009 at 4:42 pm

Control you TV with your phone.

Riddox Feb 23, 2009 at 4:37 pm

so i can just get T.V. on my phone?

a49erfannn Feb 23, 2009 at 5:01 pm

Hello just wanted to say happy birthday, I just started using your site few days ago and love it. Good job and looking forward to many years of you services. Bill

sailboats Feb 23, 2009 at 5:14 pm

this looks kind of retarded... in other words you couldn't find anything to fill the screen space and didn't want a native app for the storm...

my screen clicks for a reason back to the drawing board

save your $$$ Feb 23, 2009 at 5:56 pm

This system is terrible will not control my TV and and Unify4Life's tech support is abysmal at best. Save your money and buy a Logitech Harmony instead!!!

You'll thank me...

Mike @ Unify Feb 23, 2009 at 6:50 pm

Hi... Sorry to hear you had a poor experience. We will be happy to accept your return, if the product did not meet your needs.

Please send me an email at sales@unify4life.com and we'll process your return.

Mike

KWesty317 Feb 23, 2009 at 7:03 pm

Why mimick the trackball? I'd rather click or the arrows up and down, opposed to the trackpad. That said...I'll probably pick it up as soon as it's available!

mgm1979 Feb 23, 2009 at 11:28 pm

I'd like to use the Storm touch/click screen for controls, over a mock-trackball.

Although, from a programming standpoint, it was probably easier to adapt the software to recognize a "track pad" area, rather than redefine the whole program - which would've probably taken A LOT longer.

I'm interested - but not sure I need to spend $100 for the "convenience"

Curious though - are the controls specific to devices, like DirecTV? Tivo?

Mike @ Unify4Life Feb 24, 2009 at 7:13 pm

Hi... our goal was to enable (as we do with the trackball based BlackBerry's) one handed operation of the remote control.

You do not need to use the trackpad and can operate the product directly from the oval on the screen, however that is to large for most people to use with one hand and what are you going to do with the beer in your other hand, if you have to use two hands?

Mike @ Unify

pipotobe Feb 23, 2009 at 8:06 pm

This will be a must have.
I'll just wait to see it can control more than my tv.

Mike @ Unify4Life Feb 24, 2009 at 7:15 pm

The AV|Shadow(TM) can control up to 16 different IR based consumer electronics products in a room... TV, Set Top Box, Receiver, Apple TV.....

I hope that helps.

pipotobe Feb 24, 2009 at 10:11 pm

Thanks for taking the time to reply. You've answered my question. I really hope I win this, if I don't I'll still buy it.

I just can't wait anymore :)

poasterchild Feb 24, 2009 at 9:52 am

This is the perfect solution to the wife always losing the remote! Thanks Unify4Life!

jeep Feb 24, 2009 at 10:36 am

This really is an interesting idea. Can't imagine what our phones will be used for next. I really do want to try it.

sgoodwin3 Feb 24, 2009 at 10:48 am

Cant wait to check this out for my storm so i can get rid of my old remotes.

niqueo625 Feb 24, 2009 at 11:34 am

So this is the one remote that none of us can live with out. Now all that's missing is a complete break down of what will be needed to convert our TVs to be able to use this technology. I'm assuming it won't be easy and it will cost a bundle.

Mike @ Unify4Life Feb 24, 2009 at 7:22 pm

We supply the hardware you need.

First enter your AV equipment, email, and PIN list into your UnifyMyLife account on the web.

Simply place the AV|Shadow(TM) next to your TV and other consumer electronic equipment, aim it out into the room.

Your ready to go! You also need to know your cable provider and enter your postal/zip code to enable the best part of the system.... The UnifyGuide(TM) which will provide you with the worlds first interactive program guide.. you will never need to use the guide on your TV again.

I hope that helps.

glenius Feb 24, 2009 at 11:53 am

very cool.

swong13 Feb 24, 2009 at 12:15 pm

Please!

superpop Feb 24, 2009 at 12:50 pm

Wow that looks very interesting. Would like to see a trial version.

nate4re Feb 24, 2009 at 1:18 pm

I have got to get one of these. This is just like the logitech remote only you dont need another devise. Im sold.

xxpatoxx Feb 24, 2009 at 1:24 pm

Does anyone knows how do you connect all of your gadgets to the AV Shadow, and how many gadgets supports?? and where can I see the products it supports. Thanks

Mike @ Unify4Life Feb 24, 2009 at 7:36 pm

I posted a detailed description on what you need to do to enable our application, above.

We can control up to 16 devices in a single room. With 6000+ brands and over 1,000,000+ models.

xxpatoxx Feb 25, 2009 at 10:42 am

Hello, thanks that was helpful, can you tell me if it works outside USA, lets say Mexico.

Mike @ Unify4Life Feb 28, 2009 at 8:15 am

we're working on versions for Central & South America, also Western Europe.

woody_105 Feb 24, 2009 at 1:34 pm

I am ready to b unified!

Pyrobuzz Feb 24, 2009 at 3:38 pm

So does it recieve the bluetooth signal from the phone then send it to the tv.

stakeout01 Feb 24, 2009 at 4:36 pm

this looks great, im excited for it to come out.

sandoval85 Feb 24, 2009 at 6:32 pm

This will make my life so much easier cuz i could never find my remotes.. When i do have them together theres like 7 different ones...it makes my coffee table look cluttered.. my storm i have it everywhere i go and wont have to buy batteries for the remotes...i cant wait i want one NOW!!!

vegasshan Feb 24, 2009 at 6:42 pm

Great idea! Since my BB is always with me, and the remote is usually lost... why not? How about adding more capabilities with other tech devices, remote operations via bluetooth... What about making the BB a game console controller for PS3, etc? I bet we see that in the future...

xXStormdXx Feb 24, 2009 at 7:40 pm

This app looks awesome!!! I def. Can't wait 2 try this out
!

Ka-El Feb 24, 2009 at 8:04 pm

No more looking for the TV remote, I got to have this app!!!!!

gooochimike Feb 24, 2009 at 8:15 pm

you mean I can get rid of my other 6 remotes that my wife can't even use anyways? sounds fantastic:) gimme gimme gimme

mykael Feb 24, 2009 at 8:41 pm

I'm pretty excited for this, I haven't used their programs in the past but this could be very helpful

hybridpeople Feb 24, 2009 at 9:47 pm

That is awesome! I need to get me one of these, along with slingbox.

dissent27 Feb 24, 2009 at 10:27 pm

Wow! Can't wait for this to come out! Being a Techie, I could use this program and would use it a lot!

Devil Thr3a Feb 25, 2009 at 12:46 am

Now I can turn off the TVs at work that displays stock all day!!!

CDN_Diesel Feb 25, 2009 at 2:00 am

That unify4life looks great! I am heading to their site now to check it out more. Looks like I have my birthday present wish pickedo ut. :)

denniscolligan1 Feb 25, 2009 at 10:34 am

An AV module and garage door opener both in one week ! Great news ! But, I cannot find any info on the software's memory usage/needed to install. Anyone know ?

birgerklaus Feb 25, 2009 at 4:18 pm

Nice App.

Would replace my 4 other Remotes
Will there a shop here in Germany?

Regards!
Birger

reasondog Feb 25, 2009 at 7:10 pm

Received the box.any way to make it work on Storm now?

tetfoster Feb 25, 2009 at 8:42 pm

I would love to win the av shadow it will go nice with my storm, my daugther started driving last year so i had to give up my garage opener and do it the old school way. walk around to the back and use a key, but its safer for her to have the garage opener than me.

triniblood Feb 25, 2009 at 8:48 pm

this is the first time i have heard of this company but that is a pretty innovative way to set up a blackberry especially as a garage remote

prevail#cb Feb 26, 2009 at 8:46 am

This is an awesome product! Love being able to replace those low tech devices with my Storm

micknr Feb 26, 2009 at 9:41 am

I need to win me one
so pick me!
Mike
Happy BDCB!

basquette Feb 26, 2009 at 3:17 pm

Does this app also control PowerPoint?

rlcooper Feb 27, 2009 at 11:02 am

I just joined the ranks of the BB owners! Toys! Love Toys! More toys and goodies please! I am A...D...D...I...C...T...E...D! Wohoooo! Hit me up, hook me up, CONNECT me to some mo' toys!

drag1321 Feb 27, 2009 at 4:06 pm

Thought about this years ago. Always thought it would be cool to be able to control things with my mobile. Technology is a great thing!!!

drag1321 Feb 27, 2009 at 4:09 pm

This will be a must have!
happy birthday!!!