SMK Electronics to Showcase Advanced Digital TV Remote Controls at Andina Link Expo 2017

Cartagena, Colombia – March 7th, 2017 --- SMK Electronics, a division of SMK Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of OEM remote controls, announced today that it will unveil  a new family of advanced Digital TV remote controls at this week’s Andina Link Expo 2017 (Stand 49A). The Expo (held March 7th through March 9th in Cartagena, Colombia) is one of the most prestigious telecom events in Latin America.

“We are excited this week to be at Andina Link 2017 showing perhaps the most advanced Digital TV remote controls in the industry,” said Paul Evans, President SMK Electronics Corporation.  “As telecom providers extend their reach, offering enhanced TV services and products across South America, the home user’s interface, the set-top box remote control, must similarly evolve to enable intuitive, effortless control of these products and services–ensuring subscriber engagement, adoption and loyalty.

Utilizing the latest wireless technologies, including Bluetooth® Smart, Wi-Fi Direct®, ZigBee® and RF4CE communications, SMK’s advanced set-top box remote controls offer Digital TV service providers a full range of user interface (UI) options, including voice command, touchpad pointing and 6-axis gesture-based navigation.  Designed and manufactured locally, SMK’s cost-effective remote control solutions give Digital TV providers a wide choice of form factors, wireless connectivity options, interface modalities and branding opportunities; while providing the home subscriber with an effortless viewing experience.

About SMK Electronics

SMK Electronics Corporation U.S.A. is the U.S. division of SMK Corporation, a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of OEM remote controls and electronic components. Through local Research & Development and Manufacturing facilities, in coordination with SMK’s R&D and Manufacturing Centers worldwide, SMK Electronics is uniquely positioned to provide the South American Digital TV industry with advanced, cost-effective remote control solutions.  For more, contact SMK Electronica Colombia or visit SMK Electronics USA, SMK Europe Group and SMK Corporation.

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