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

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

Posted by Cyguy33 Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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.

Posted by mmiles84 Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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.

Posted by yhwhsozo Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by rlhammon Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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.

Posted by fireringberry Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by bearkat38 Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by Trakberry Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

that apps looking sweet !

Posted by Trakberry Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

that apps looking sweet !

Posted by gnr-met Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

Is this the one that will work with the PS3?

Posted by Mike @ Unify4Life Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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.

Posted by Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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!

Posted by Riddox Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by skyys Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

Control you TV with your phone.

Posted by Riddox Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by a49erfannn Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by sailboats Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by save your $$$ Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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...

Posted by Mike @ Unify Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by KWesty317 Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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!

Posted by mgm1979 Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1184 days ago

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?

Posted by Mike @ Unify4Life Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by pipotobe Monday, Feb 23, 2009 1185 days ago

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

Posted by Mike @ Unify4Life Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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.

Posted by pipotobe Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1183 days ago

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 :)

Posted by poasterchild Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by jeep Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by sgoodwin3 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by niqueo625 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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.

Posted by Mike @ Unify4Life Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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.

Posted by glenius Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

very cool.

Posted by swong13 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

Please!

Posted by superpop Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by nate4re Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by xxpatoxx Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by Mike @ Unify4Life Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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.

Posted by xxpatoxx Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by Mike @ Unify4Life Saturday, Feb 28, 2009 1180 days ago

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

Posted by woody_105 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

I am ready to b unified!

Posted by Pyrobuzz Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by stakeout01 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by sandoval85 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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!!!

Posted by vegasshan Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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...

Posted by xXStormdXx Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by Ka-El Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1184 days ago

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

Posted by gooochimike Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by mykael Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by hybridpeople Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by dissent27 Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by Devil Thr3a Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by CDN_Diesel Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1183 days ago

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. :)

Posted by denniscolligan1 Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1183 days ago

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 ?

Posted by birgerklaus Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1183 days ago

Nice App.

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

Regards!
Birger

Posted by reasondog Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1183 days ago

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

Posted by tetfoster Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1182 days ago

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.

Posted by triniblood Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 1182 days ago

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

Posted by prevail Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 1182 days ago

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

Posted by micknr Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 1182 days ago

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

Posted by basquette Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 1182 days ago

Does this app also control PowerPoint?

Posted by rlcooper Friday, Feb 27, 2009 1181 days ago

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!

Posted by drag1321 Friday, Feb 27, 2009 1181 days ago

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!!!

Posted by drag1321 Friday, Feb 27, 2009 1181 days ago

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