# Simultaneous Control Smart Remotes The 'Remotsy' WiFi Remote Works Alongside the Amazon Alexa By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-11-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-remote References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/remotsy-wifi-remote-created-to-control-amazon-alexa-09-11-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1882345838/remotsy-wifi-remote-for-alexa-and-smartthings) The 'Remotsy' WiFi remote is designed to enable users to perform a number of tasks with a singular request from the [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-voice-remote-2) Alexa. Capable of being used with an array of products, the 'Remotsy' works by linking devices together and offering simultaneous control over several items with a single command. This could include asking Alexa to get the 'Remotsy' to get the living room ready to watch a movie, which would turn on the TV, dim the lights and turn on the Blu-ray player. Funding now on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingerbot-sense), the 'Remotsy' WiFi remote helps to make [connected devices within the home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-smart-home) more capable of being interconnected and cohesive. In a growing market of segmented devices, this comes as welcome news to those who appreciate the convenience of smart products but desire a better users experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Home Devices:** The trend towards connected home devices is driving the demand for innovative solutions like the 'Remotsy' WiFi remote that offer simultaneous control over multiple devices. - **Voice-activated Technology:** The increasing popularity of voice-activated assistants like Amazon Alexa is creating opportunities for smart remotes that can perform multiple tasks with a single voice command. - **Enhanced User Experience:** The desire for a more seamless and cohesive user experience with smart products is fueling the development of smart remotes like the 'Remotsy' that can link and control multiple devices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Automation:** The home automation industry can benefit from integrating smart remotes into their product offerings, providing users with a more convenient and efficient way to control multiple devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics manufacturers can explore the possibilities of integrating voice-activated smart remotes into their products to enhance the user experience and increase functionality. - **Iot (internet of Things):** The IoT industry can leverage the demand for connected devices and voice-activated technology by incorporating smart remotes that enable simultaneous control over various IoT devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Home Controller Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-remote-controller.md) - [Universal Smart Home Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-universal-remote.md) - [Universal Smart Remote Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-smart-remote-controller.md) - [Stylish Voice-Powered Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-voice-remote-2.md) - [Wearable Gesture Control Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-wearable-controller.md) - [Omni-Control Smart Home Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linxura-smart-home-controller.md) - [Intuitive Touchscreen Remote Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchsense-remote.md) - [Noise Control Smart Blinds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thirdreality-smart-blind.md) - [Configurable Concave-Button Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-liza-remote.md)