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Jeremy Toeman Dijit in the News Check back soon for updates. January 5, 2012 "Silicon Valley is only now beginning to understand what TV is about," says Maksim Ioffe. "It's a 'lean back' experience, not a 'lean forward' experience as web surfing is. January 3, 2012 The Xyboard's built-in remote powers, combined with Dijit, is really fantastic—it's like you've always dreamed of using your tablet on the couch while watching TV. It was even compatible with my Roku player, which other IR blasting tablets stumbled over. January 2, 2012 One of the unique features of the two Motorola DROID XYBOARD tablets I am testing is the inclusion of an IR port for use as a remote control. This function is enabled by the Android app Dijit. December 8, 2011 Toeman says the second screen is the one in your lap and he hopes that screen is running his app called Dijit. December 2, 2011 Dijit for the iPad will take advantage of the larger screen real estate to provide you a better experience with the app and the Griffin Beacon. December 1, 2011 The social remote control app Dijit has certainly been getting around lately: it started off on iPhones, made the leap onto Android devices not long ago, and now the company has announced that an iPad-friendly version of the app is in the works. December 1, 2011 In September, Dijit, an app that can act as a universal remote for your entertainment system, launched a slew of social features including Facebook recommendations, YouTube search integrations and their own check-in. Today, the San Francisco based startup has announced their first iPad app. November 25, 2011 ... in addition to the channel grid, which can search and navigate what’s on TV at any given time, Dijit has added a social layer on top, allowing viewers to check in and comment on their favorite shows. It also provides social recommendations based on Facebook integration, suggesting new shows for users to watch. November 9, 2011 The remote control functions are handled by Dijit's customized [Android] app, where you'll be able to browse, search and call up TV shows, using the integrated guide. November 9, 2011 Dijit's free companion app augments the standard remote control functions with TV program guides to make it easier to find what you want to watch. November 9, 2011 See that? That's not the new Easy Button. That's the Android-friendly Beacon, a universal remote control system that transforms Android phones and tablets into "never-lose remotes" for home entertainment centers. Griffin is teaming up with Dijit Media, a San Francisco-based software company whose Universal Remote and TV Show Guide App software integrates consumers’ media viewing experience with their smart devices. November 8, 2011 Users ... download the Dijit remote app from the Android Market in order to actually make the Beacon work, but thankfully the initial setup process is simple. The app contains a pretty extensive list of supported TVs and components, so getting the whole home theater up and running shouldn’t take more than a few minutes. November 8, 2011 The wireless A/V controller pairs with any Android device via Bluetooth pairing and works with Dijit's free Universal Remote App to enable control over a home's home entertainment system directly from the Android interface by converting Bluetooth signals from the Android device into IR signals recognized by CE devices. November 8, 2011 Griffin and Dijit jointly announced Android support for the Beacon remote on Tuesday, allowing any Android tablet or smartphone to become a universal remote control for home theater equipment. November 8, 2011 Griffin Beacon connects to your smartphone or tablet over Bluetooth, accepting commands from the free Dijit remote/TV guide app and blasting them to your various home theater components over IR. Like a dedicated high-end universal remote it allows you to set up macros or 'Activities' to perform a series of actions with just one button, but without the high-end price. November 8, 2011 You're sitting on the couch watching TV. You likely have two or three remotes around and can never find the right one when you need it -- if you can find it all, for that matter. But what about your phone? You know where that is at all times right? Griffin and Dijit are counting on that awareness of knowing where your phone is at all times to make your TV viewing experience a whole lot better as they've announced Beacon for Android. November 4, 2011 Dijit has enjoyed a bit of notoriety with its iOS app, and an Android version comes preloaded on both versions of the Xoom 2. October 28, 2011 I've played around with this for a few days now, and I can say I'm pretty impressed October 17, 2011 Under [Dijit's] strategy, a second screen is essential for home entertainment September 6, 2011 Dijit ... has created a simplified check-in that ties to what you're watching (since it's a remote), turning your Facebook friends into your recommendation guide and building an important bridge between YouTube and TV content. August 17, 2011 The Dijit app is simple to navigate and select different units to control, but perhaps its best feature is the level of customisation it offers. August 17, 2011 A group of software executives with Pittsburgh ties have tapped into smartphone technology that eliminates the need for multiple remote controls. August 15, 2011 The Griffin Beacon is the universal remote on steroids. With this odd piece of plastic powered by four AA batteries and a free download from the App Store I have taken my Samsung HDTV remote, my TiVo remote AND my Apple TV remote and put them away. August 12, 2011 The most interesting new feature is the ability to get TV recommendations from Facebook friends. July 31, 2011 Best Universal iPhone Remote ... Sleek. Inoffensively decorative. Imagine a polished stone sitting on top of an Apple TV-that's pretty much what the Beacon is. July 29, 2011 If you have an iPhone and a home theater system, the Dijit App and Beacon system is definitely a remote control system to check out. July 29, 2011 Dijit is fantastic: dead easy to setup, completely user customizable and it includes a solid TV guide and excellent Netflix management within the app. June 28, 2011 Dijit Media, a San Francisco-based start-up that has developed a universal remote control/programming discovery/social TV solution called the Dijit Personal Media Assistant, recently announced that it had hired Jeremy Toeman as chief product officer and Adam Burg as VP of business development. June 27, 2011 Fast forward to 2011, and that germ of an idea two years ago has spawned the Dijit Universal Remote App, which turns an iPhone--or iPod Touch, iPad, or Android phone--into a remote control. June 23, 2011 Today, Dijit Media hired two new executives: Jeremy Toeman, Chief Product Officer, and Adam Burg, Vice President of Business Development. Given their brilliant track record, we can hope a bright future for the Beacon and the Dijit Media application. June 23, 2011 However, the Beacon is the best choice, thanks to its sensible app interface. June 16, 2011 If you'll recall, the battery powered base -- controlled by Dijit's remote control app -- takes your iPhone or iPad's Bluetooth signal, converts it to IR, and blasts commands to your A/V gear. June 16, 2011 You use Beacon in tandem with the free Dijit iOS app, which employs what Griffin calls "a library of constantly updated device codes to simplify setup for your TV, set-top box, sound system, media players, and more." June 16, 2011 Griffin and Dijit partner for Beacon Universal Remote Control System June 16, 2011 Beacon and the Dijit app can be programmed to control your TV, cable box, sound system, media player, and more, all at the same time. No more fumbling through five remotes trying to figure out which one you need. June 15, 2011 Dijit and Beacon: One remote to rule them all. June 15, 2011 Winner of an iLounge Best of Show 2011 Finalist award, the Beacon connects to iOS devices over Bluetooth, allowing for remote control- via Dijit's free Universal Remote app- of TVs, cable boxes, and other home entertainment components. June 15, 2011 Electronista: Gadgets for Geeks Dijit's universal remote app serves as the main interface and gets frequent updates as new equipment gets tested. May 18, 2011 iOS app maker Dijit has added support for the Roku media player to its remote control app, making it possible to control the device with an Apple iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. March 4, 2011 Dijit isn't your typical remote- or remoteS. That's right; Dijit doesn't just flip through devices, but also has a room menu, meaning it can replace remotes all over the house. January 13, 2011 Dijit ... demonstrated a mobile application that will allow people to use their smartphones as TV remote controls, browsing through program guides that incorporate on-demand video from sites like Netflix and recommendations from friends on social networks. January 10, 2011 By introducing new innovations in its applications, Dijit aims to be regarded as the primary consumer mobile application for the digital home for all entertainment, via both traditional and streaming devices like Roku and Netflix. January 9, 2011 The free iPhone remote app built by Dijit was the real highlight though. January 8, 2011 The free iPhone remote app built by Dijit was the real highlight though. The UI and functionality was incredibly intuitive, and we especially liked that the setup process doesn't require inputting device model numbers. January 7, 2011 Forget screaming at your remote. It's easy to ditch that remote, without having to actually change channels the old-fashioned way. Griffin Technology has teamed up with software developer Dijit to deliver the Beacon, a hardware/software package that turns your mobile into a universal remote control. January 7, 2011 The latest startup looking to blend traditional TV-watching with social networking is Dijit, which launched at CES this week. January 7, 2011 With Dijit, your phone is a universal remote control supporting over 200,000 devices, has content listings for every cable and satellite provider in the US, gives you search across content from both traditional providers and new streaming content providers like Netflix, and has integrated and simple sharing through Dijit, Facebook and Twitter. January 6, 2011 There are many Remote Control mobile applications on the market, but Dijit takes entertainment content discovery to an entirely new level. January 5, 2011 Beacon pairs your iOS device or smartphone with Dijit's Universal Remote App, putting complete control of your home entertainment center in the palm of your hand. There are no bulky cases or dongles, no messy wires or cables. |
PRESS RELEASES June 23, 2011 Dijit Media Expands Management Team; Hires Jeremy Toeman and Adam Burg The addition of Burg and Toeman brings key expertise to the company as it expands its business in the rapidly growing Smart/Connected TV industry. June 15, 2011 Griffin and Dijit Team Up to Transform Your Mobile Device into a Universal Remote Griffin Technology Inc., one of the world's foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, and Dijit Media, a San Francisco-based software company whose Personal Media Assistant App software integrates consumers' media viewing experience with their smart devices... May 17, 2011 Dijit Upgrades Mobile Application With Roku Features Dijit, the creator of the Personal Media Assistant, today announced their recent product upgrade integration with Roku's streaming television platform using Wi-Fi control. January 6, 2011 Dijit Brings a Human Touch to TV Control SALT® Branding, an integrated brand consultancy, is proud to announce its development of a new brand identity in the mobile application and social TV space: Dijit™. Dijit (formerly UMEE) aims to be regarded as the first mobile app that enables... January 6, 2011 Dijit Launches Personal Media Assistant Mobile Application Dijit, the original creator of the Personal Media Assistant, today announced their official launch of an integrated mobile application now available in the US. Dijit's mobile application for iPhone and Android can be used in conjunction with hardware from every home... January 6, 2011 Griffin and Dijit Turn Your Mobile Device Into a Universal Remote Griffin Technology, maker of innovations for everyday life, has partnered with software developer Dijit to turn your favorite iOS or smartphone device into a Universal Remote Control. Beacon allows fingertip control of your entire entertainment system, thanks to hardware and... |