
The MX-990 is a versatile programmable handheld remote provides single-room IR control – TV, A/V components, cable and satellite boxes. It is ideal for home theater installations and A/V control in kitchens and bedrooms. When used with a compatible Complete Control base station, it controls A/V components through walls and cabinet doors, even from outside - no need to point the remote or be in the same room.
Q: What is the screen size of this remote control?
A: This remote control has a 2.4-inch color LCD screen.
Q: Does this remote have a backlit keypad?
A: Yes, this remote has a backlit hard button keypad.
Q: How many devices can this remote control operate?
A: This remote control can operate up to 255 devices.
Q: Is this remote control compatible with most IR and RF A/V components?
A: Yes, it is compatible with most IR- and RF-capable A/V components.
Q: What is the maximum operating range of the remote?
A: The maximum operating range is 100 feet.
Q: What type of battery does this remote use?
A: This remote uses a Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
Q: Battery not charging. What can be done?
A: undefined
The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

The MX-990 is a versatile programmable handheld remote provides single-room IR control – TV, A/V components, cable and satellite boxes. It is ideal for home theater installations and A/V control in kitchens and bedrooms. When used with a compatible Complete Control base station, it controls A/V components through walls and cabinet doors, even from outside - no need to point the remote or be in the same room.

Take control of your home entertainment equipment with the Philips 4-Device Universal Remote in a matte black finish. Designed to operate up to four separate devices, including your TV, Blu-ray player, cable, satellite and more, this universal remote lets you consolidate your controllers into one handheld device. Eliminate the hassle of managing multiple remotes as you enhance and simplify your home entertainment system. Preprogrammed for immediate use with Samsung TVs and Roku streaming boxes, this remote offers simple, user‑friendly setup with your choice of auto code search or direct code entry programming. The primary audio control feature allows you to adjust the volume regardless of which device is being used. And, for added convenience, this remote includes a Blu-ray/DVD player open/close button as well as advanced DVR functions, simple menu navigation, a dot button for sub-channel access and a streaming APPS button to take you straight to the streaming apps on your smart TV. Make this Philips 4-Device Universal remote the center of your home entertainment system.

The MX-790 is a programmable, handheld remote can directly control all the IR devices in your entertainment system – TV, A/V components, cable, satellite boxes and more. It is ideal for use in home theaters, family rooms, kitchens or bedrooms. The brilliant 2” color LCD screen displays up to 48 devices. When used with a compatible Complete Control base station, like the MRF-350 and MRF-260, the MX-790 controls integrated A/V components through walls and cabinet doors, or even from outside. There is no need to point the remote control at the components or even be in the same room.

Skip the hassle of programming your replacement remote with the patent-pending Philips OneTouch Streaming Remote. Designed for smart TVs, this remote comes preprogrammed to control six top TV brands and four popular streaming apps — no programming required. Operate your Samsung, LG, Sony and Vizio TVs, as well as Fire TVs and Roku TVs and enjoy direct access to Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and YouTube. You’ll soon discover this is the perfect replacement remote for every TV in your home — not to mention the perfect spare to keep on hand for when your TV’s remote breaks or goes missing. Setup is simple. Insert two AAA batteries, then press the TV device button for your TV’s brand. Whether you have a Samsung TV in the living room, a Sony TV in the kitchen, an LG TV in the bedroom, a Vizio TV in the office, a Fire TV in the den or a Roku TV in the home theater, this remote controls them all for endless entertainment at the touch of a button. Additionally, the fully backlit keypad is perfect for bingeing marathons when the lights are low. Take complete control of all your TVs with the Philips OneTouch Streaming Remote.
| Pros for Universal Remote Control - MX-990 is an IR/RF Open Architecture Remote w/Charging Base - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Ease of use, Price, Setup, Size | There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Backlight, Compatibility, Connectivity |
| Cons for Universal Remote Control - MX-990 is an IR/RF Open Architecture Remote w/Charging Base - Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Compatibility, Button Quality | There were no cons for this product— | Button Layout |