PDP - Talon Media Remote for Xbox One - Black

I wanted to get a separate remote for my Xbox one s rather than using the controller which is bulky and heavy. I really like this remote that lights up when moved, it has a cool velvet rubberized feeling to it. It's great for movie watching and using apps like Spotify. The remote does get dirty easily and I wished the center ring button was raised a little more as it is a little awkward to push. It is the best $20.00 Xbox one remote licensed by Microsoft you can get. Included 2 AA batteries. The back cover is a little hard to open.

It is so nice to have a remote to control the Xbox One instead of a controller when watching a movie. The added lights to the buttons are wonderful for low light rooms or dark rooms. I do wish the lights would stay on just a little longer then they do. I would rather have to recharge the batteries, that I put in it, more often if the light stayed on for just another second or two. That is my only complaint about the remote. Other than that I love the remote. Its build quality is pretty decent and I think it will hold up for a long time. I definitely recommend this remote, especially if you are still using a controller to control Netflix or Hulu or one of the other movie streamers.

Bought this Intentionally. I’ve grown tired of having to re-charge my Two main controllers when I wasn’t gaming because I wanted to watch Netflix. Sooo Much Better.

This Remote is wonderful if you use your Xbox one regularly like I do! Not only does it save the batteries of my wireless remotes but it makes a few Action’s much easier to access and use. Beyond that, this Remote has a truly great feel to it as well. Very solid build quality and a great price to boot!

I wanted this so I didn’t have to power up my controller to control media while watching movies. It works great for that. It has a pleasant texture to hold and lights up the buttons if there is motion anywhere near it. Great functionality for the price.

Works really well for viewing movies and television on the Xbox

Before I say anything else I want to say. I waited WAY too long to get a remote for the Xbox One. If you recently got an Xbox One as a gift for someone or for yourself. Buy a remote! especially if you didn't get a play and charge kit, you will be a lot happier overall. It will be worth it later. Quick non-wordy breakdown: Pros: - Easy to use. - Battery saver. - Great for Media (Netflix, blu-ray, youtube, etc..) - Backlit for night time visibility (lights up when moved.) - Comfortable in the hand. - Didn't cost 25 bucks... Cons: - Buttons are very "Firm". - Backlighting only lasts a few seconds - Button arrangement/layout leaves something to be desired. I like the feel of the remote and how brightly it can glow. I also appreciate that it came with a pair of batteries. However, it only stays lit for a few seconds and it dims in like 2-3 seconds leaving you little time to find buttons in the dark if you happen to be looking for a specific button. The top most button "dashboard" button does not light up at all and neither do the A, B, X, and Y buttons. They do have a nice bright paint on them though which is great if you do have light to see them... It's super easy to use. Just point and click once the batteries are in. I like the idea that this remote is an all in one including the normal controller buttons. However, I'd really like it if the 'back' button or the B button were closer to the radial selector. I feel like the Microsoft remote has a better overall layout in this regard. It's a lot more like a normal TV remote in the layout making a bit more intuitive to use. I'd also like to say that the buttons, especially the radial selector are a bit firm. By that I mean the force needed to actually press the button is more than I'd like it to be. Feels like I have to press through the layer of silicone or rubber material in order to press it. In comparison, the Microsoft remote while similar is still much easier to press the buttons on. (Not a huge problem but definitely something I'm not a fan of.) I like how it feels in my hand and the material feels the same overall as the Microsoft Media remote. If I was to break this down into a price basis. You technically get a lot more for the same overall quality and feel as the Microsoft Media remote. However, I do not have my cable hooked up into the Xbox One so I cannot test that portion and I'm not sure how useful the added buttons like the number pad really are. Apparently, I cannot even turn the volume up or down unless this is done. A huge drawback.

I got this remote over the official one because it was slightly cheaper. After using it for some time now, I have found that it works perfectly. It feels good in your hand, buttons are satisfying, has good battery life, and is backlit (but only when you pick it up)!