SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.– (BUSINESS WIRE)– Als onderdeel van zijn Apple TV 4K-service biedt Deutsche Telekom, het toonaangevende Duitse telecommunicatiebedrijf met bekroonde netwerkkwaliteit, klanten de spraakgestuurde Apple TV 4K-afstandsbediening die speciaal is ontworpen voor Multichannel Video Program Distributors (MVPD’s) van Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) (NASDAQ: UEIC), de wereldleider in draadloze universele besturingsoplossingen voor home entertainment en smart home-apparaten.

Deutsche Telekom biedt klanten toegang tot een van de meest revolutionaire tv-ervaringen die beschikbaar zijn, met geavanceerde mogelijkheden voor gesproken zoekopdrachten en bediening, met Apple TV 4K met zijn MagentaTV-service. De afstandsbediening is ontworpen met het oog op de consument en biedt een indrukwekkend scala aan functies terwijl hij naadloos integreert met het tv-aanbod van Deutsche Telekom. Met een druk op de knop kunnen gebruikers met de afstandsbediening rechtstreeks naar de elektronische programmagids van MagentaTV gaan en Siri gebruiken voor spraakbesturing. Het biedt ook achtergrondverlichting voor een eenvoudigere gebruikerservaring.

Met Apple TV 4K kunnen abonnees live en on-demand content bekijken, de Apple TV-app gebruiken om Apple TV+ te kijken, duizenden films en tv-programma’s kopen en huren en genieten van content van andere streamingdiensten. Klanten hebben ook toegang tot Apple Music, Apple Arcade en duizenden andere apps, allemaal via dit krachtige entertainmentapparaat dat is gebouwd voor het grootste scherm in huis.

Deutsche Telekom Offers Universal Electronics’ Apple TV Remote Control with its Apple TV 4K Service

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– As part of its Apple TV 4K service, Deutsche Telekom, Germany’s leading telecommunications company with award-winning network quality, is offering customers the voice-enabled Apple TV 4K remote control designed specifically for Multichannel Video Program Distributors (MVPDs) from Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) (NASDAQ: UEIC), the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices.

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Deutsche Telekom, Germany’s leading telecommunications company with award-winning network quality, is offering customers the voice-enabled Apple TV 4K remote control designed specifically for Multichannel Video Program Distributors (MVPDs) from Universal Electronics Inc., the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices. (Photo: Business Wiire)

Deutsche Telekom is offering customers access to one of the most revolutionary TV experiences available, featuring advanced voice search and control capabilities, with Apple TV 4K with its MagentaTV service. The remote was designed with consumers in mind and packs an impressive array of features while seamlessly integrating with Deutsche Telekom’s TV offerings. With the push of a button, the remote allows users to jump directly to MagentaTV’s electronic program guide and access Siri for voice control. It also provides backlighting for an easier user experience.

With Apple TV 4K, subscribers can watch live and on-demand content, as well as use the Apple TV app to watch Apple TV+, buy and rent thousands of movies and TV shows, and enjoy content from other streaming services. Customers can also access Apple Music, Apple Arcade and thousands of other apps, all through this powerful entertainment device built for the biggest screen in the home.

“It was a great experience working with Deutsche Telekom to provide its customers with the Apple TV remote,” said Steve Gutman, UEI’s Senior Vice President of Global Sales, Subscription Broadcast. “DT is one of the first providers to offer this remote and we look forward to enhancing the television experience for consumers across the globe with our Apple TV remote, one of our most exciting new offerings.”

UEI’s Apple TV remote combines Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity together with Infrared to provide universal control, and features a range of advanced capabilities and design elements including:

• Advanced Search and Control: Customers can ask Siri to find and access content across live TV and streaming apps
• Enhanced Controls for Live TV: Dedicated program guide and channel up/down buttons provide easy and instant access to live TV viewing functions
• Whole Entertainment System Control: Modeless support and universal control of Apple TV, as well as televisions and audio devices from any brand or manufacturer
• Reliable and Secure Communication: Integrated design with UEI’s reliable and highly integrated BLE chipset optimized for voice control, and Apple’s MFi authentication chip for secure connectivity with Apple TV
• Premium Fit and Feel: Elegant and ergonomic form factor with hard-capped keys on metal domes for enhanced tactile feedback
• Automated Backlit Keys: Accelerometer and ambient light sensor to automatically backlight keys in low light environments when the remote is picked up or moved

About Universal Electronics Inc.

Founded in 1986, Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ: UEIC) is the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices. We design, develop, manufacture, ship and support control and sensor technology solutions and a broad line of universal control systems, audio video accessories, and intelligent wireless security and smart home products. Our products and solutions are used by the world’s leading brands in the video services, consumer electronics, security, home automation, climate control and home appliance markets. For more information, visit www.uei.com.

Apple, Apple TV and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc. and are not affiliated with UEI. All other trademarks appearing herein are the property of their respective owners.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the Safe-Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words and expressions reflecting something other than historical fact are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the timely development, delivery and market acceptance of products and technologies identified in this release; the purchasing by Deutsche Telekom and other MVPDs of the products identified in this release in the quantities anticipated by management; the continued penetration and growth of UEI voice recognition technology and other products and consumer technologies identified in this release; and other factors described in UEI’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The actual results that UEI achieves may differ materially from any forward-looking statement due to such risks and uncertainties. UEI undertakes no obligations to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.

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Corporate Communications

Universal Electronics Inc.

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