PS5 Media Remote REVIEW - 4 Months Later
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มี.ค. 2021
- I bought the remote at launch, but how much have i actually used it. is it worth it?
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The only reason I need one is because it’s impossible to watch tv in bed with a controller. I suffered too long with the DS4 jumping off my bed and the triggers rewinding and fast forwarding every single time I dared to breathe.
Even reading thay im getting angry
Ikr
Don't forget how awful it is to have the Dual Shock 4's Blue Light bar glowing in the dark OR the Duel sense's ugly lights emiting around the touch pad. This is where black electrition tape comes in handy. :P
God that’s so annoying I just start using remote play from my phone
My shit just stopped working out of nowhere 🤦🏿♂️
If you have one hand oily with butter popcorn, the remote control makes it way more easier to navigate.
That’s actually a great and very practical point lol
Yeah well I definitely use it when I'm eating and just want to watch stuff. Don't want my Cheeto dust fingers rubbing the dualsense. The mic is useless if youre constantly on TH-cam and want to search stuff in general. Supposedly there will be a firmware update to rectify this.
i like chocolate popcorn but agreed
Minus the awkward thin/sliver spaced out directional arrows. What was Sony thinking!? :P Just make a similar seamless D-pad the way Roku did. I actually prefer to use the Duel sense because of this
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I have the same problem with trying to turn the PS5 off every time lol.
Definitely one of your best videos as far as modern editing and keeping the audience entertained goes! Really awesome job! Nailed the sparkle too 😂😂
Saves battery life on the Ps5 controller. So this media remote is highly useful
Facts. Considering the dualsense battery can drain within hours without even using it
Have you got it to turn off after 10 mins?
@@NickandJeff Ah, thanks for the reminder to set it back to lower time. Before I had the RC I set it to 60 minutes... and after a few episodes of my favorite series the battery of my controller was empty again and again. 🙃
The remote is still useful for me, because I don't like how I had to unnecessarily use my gaming remote to navigate my PlayStation to watch a movie, because by the time I want to play a video game, the battery will either be really low or already dead, depending on what status my DualSense battery is. So The media remote is pretty worth it to this day for me
I've seen a lot of people say "you don't need this media remote because your tv remote can do all the same things." I have a sony tv and ya my remote does do all the things BUT once I open an app like youtube I can't get out of it with a TV remote. I need the PS5 media remote just for the PS button so I can get back to main menu. Sure I could just grab my PS5 controller and do this but then that defeats the entire purpose of using a remote instead of the controller anyways.
This is the most honest thing I’ve ever seen.
Review: Great product, I like it.
Conclusion: You don’t need this.
Thanks for watching all the way through 🥰
@@NickandJeff now I feel watched 😅 you‘re welcome
If you ever watch anything (Netflix, tv or anything else) from a Ps5 in bed trust me and get it. I love mine it get a lot of use and it’s very well made.
the volume button works with any tv?
when i click to turn on tv/ps, does that change the hdmi port automatically?
i mean i don't need the tv remote to change because i use my tv also for my desktop computer
Absolutely hilarious humor! Thanks for making me laugh today. :)
the only reason I would want one is because the controller will drain it's battery every time I watch netflix, and i can't have it next to me willy-nilly, cause then the triggers might get pressed and my show will fast forward/backward or even skip to next episode.
But since I don't use Spotify nor Disney+ , is there a way to re-program those buttons to say HBO or Viaplay (other services you use) ??
Just bought mine tonight thanks to your review
Glad I could help validate a purchase for you.
I bought this controller for my PS and it just doesn’t wanna turn on now unless I take the batteries out and put them back in this is the second one that I’ve had I lost the return window from Amazon now what can I do?
I use the PS5 for apps - mostly TH-cam. I love the convenience of the remote since switching the controller on to skip ads is a pain. I can switch the controller off and just use the remote.
I watch a lot of blu-rays so this was absolutely a must buy for me. And I don't use the HDMI link because I use the same TV for my computer and I don't want the system turning on every time I'm doing something else. I'm done with using game controllers to watch movies.
It comes in handy Mabey I didn’t need it but I enjoy the quick access to my apps
I think the reason I got it was working with ps3/ps4 controllers for media uses was a pain and half since bumping into them ment rewinding or fast forwarding and honestly I just don't want to deal with that
Mine dosent turm off the ps5 by clicking the tv button. PlayStation goes to sleepy mode. Is there any way to change it?
Do the batteries last on it like a TV remote? My biggest gripe with using the PS5 Controller as a remote is its battery life
Original batteries still work so far
I use it for when I'm watching dvds primarily. It's a hell of a lot more convenient than using the game pad/and because it operates the TV as well. Just bought here in the uk for just over £22.
I’ve just chopped mine up with an axe.
Literally.
Best use I ever got out of it.
The constant pairing issues are unacceptable for a console and remote package worth this much cash.
@@ascgazz just ordered one of Amazon. What pairing issues?
@@nailswithoutmilk you’ll know soon enough. Just make sure your batteries are good.
I ended my remote with an axe 4 months after getting it. They’re cursed.
I feel the back cover doesn't go on properly, it isn't flush with the remote
The remote for my TV was lost so I was forced to manually do everything on the Tv. The fact that this actually connected to my television and now I can turn it on, off and control the volume! I'll take it! Plus I can turn on my ps5 and swap between entertainment apps... It's so cheap too! I'm enjoying mine! 😊
Wish the buttons would light up. I wonder if some one could mod this with lights like they do the gaming controllers 🔥👌🏻
I wish they made compatible with the ps4 media remote, that on has more functionallity. It can change my tv's input as well as volume and channels
Does it light up in the dark ? Like the remote control of the Sony Oled A90J?
It does not
You said your tv remote does the same thing as the ps5 media remote. I have a Philips tv and once i'm streaming videos in an app like hbo max, if i want to switch to another app, i can't exit current app with my tv remote, i have to use the ps5 controller to go to the ps5 home screen and than i can change apps with my tv remote. Also, i can't turn off the console using my tv remote, if i turn off the tv, the playstation goes to rest mode, it doesn't turn off completely, so you do need the media remote to enjoy the full experience. Otherwise you need to use both the tv remote and the ps5 controller.
my battery runs out literally every 3 days. am i doing something wrong?
This video was fun. I had this impulse of buying something and added media remote to my shopping cart and then watched this video. Thanks for saving my $30. Subscribed!
Thanks so much watching. Glad we Could help
I just hate having to have so many remotes to control stuff. I have a soundbar too but that remote doesn't control anything else either
Most sound bar remotes can be put away in the drawer. Mines set up so it turns on when the TV does and off when it’s off. The PS remote in my case also controls the TV / sound bar volume.
Yeah the tv remote do the same stuff but for someone like me who doesn't see tv only TH-cam & play video games & some times see movies then the ps5 universal controller is perfect
if you are a tv person like me yes you do need it. me having the controller in my bed and fearing it falling is not a worry with this thing
It isn’t for everyone, but it’s definitely gonna be useful for me. I just bought it and I’m happy
I buy the control for 1 simple reason, my tv controller turn on button when south
Hi there! How are you turning off your PS5 with the remote? There's no button for power on it at all.
HDMI CEC. If you’ve got a modern TV. There a very high chance you can do it too. Check your settings on PS5 and there should be an option about matching the power state of the other HDMI devices
@@NickandJeff thanks! Totally did not know about CEC and finally found the options. I'll check the PS5 options now as I'm turning my TV off and the PS5 goes into rest mode.
@@soulonfirexx even your Normal TV remote should be able to do it. So much easier then figuring it out on the PS5
@@JeffHawthorne I have a TCL with Roku, the remote is pretty bare bones unfortunately.
@@NickandJeff hm guess it's a quirk of my TV, I'm guessing it doesn't turn "off" but goes into a standby mode until turning completely off later on. I can turn it on again quickly as if it was waking up from a sleep mode. It puts the PS5 to sleep instead of off.
I've just got one from a store called argos in my country in UK cost me new £25
I have the PS5 remote controller and while I haven't used it much for the first few months since getting it, I'm using it more for watching contents on Bluray discs. Too bad that the buttons are not programmable to substitute services that I do not use e.g. Disney+, Netflix, etc. And disappointed that there's no button to switch the source.
I did find it easier to use the remote controller when watching movies using the PSVR2 headset instead of enabling passthrough to see where my controller is.
The directional buttons are a bit too thin.
Overall, I think the remote is 7/10 for simplicity and design. Would have been 10/10 if they could add in the source switch button, CC button, and programmable buttons. Good thing this remote can take in standard AA batteries and not need lithium.
nice touch with the p5s music lmaooo
Persona 5 Strikers!
Can I turn on the ps5 and sign in to my account without the controller?
If you’ve already signed in I don’t see why not. But I’m sure you can do text input through the mic or buttons as well
The headset and charging dock are the only 2 accessories you should get
We’ve got the headset, but neither of us have the charging dock for controllers.
I mean you don’t need any of the accessories, they’re all conveniences.. the media remote is nice for changing audio without having to press the home button, since doing that actually closes the thing you’re watching most the time, and monitors don’t have actual remotes, so in that regard the media remote is prolly pretty handy
@@phased3941 I might get it just because , I have so many remotes ( led remotes , sound bar n my tv remote)
But I also have a Sony tv n my remote controls my sound bar n probably the PS5 also , my Samsung TVs was able to control my PS4 , The 5 is my first launch console so I’m going all out for it , have every other PlayStation plus a Vita
@@XVNRX yeh I mean for me I don’t have a single remote where my ps5 is, and only have it connected to a monitor, so in that regard of not having to reopen a movie and potentially have to find where I was, I can see the worth in that
I think the main reason I probably wont get it, is because of the no charging, I’ve not used a device with no charging in so long it seems kinda odd for them to not have made it rechargeable
I wouldn’t look forward to it if my TV remote worked with my PS5 (which is possible !), but in my case it doesn’t 😑. And sometimes I only use my PS5 to watch a film/series, and in that case I’d like to let the controler away and just grab the small remote.
My PS5 is on a desk setup with a monitor but I often chill up there and watch movies etc. This remote is perfect for me with the console not being on a TV, and it's (moderately) more convinient than using the controller 🤣
And the controller runs way to fast out of battery.
My samsung remote , work too my ps5 😉
I need it because My Panasonic has No Disney Plus and use it for Blu Ray Movies
Mine does not turn off the console, only the TV...
You’ll have to check your settings, specifically the CEC ones on the PS5 and TV. See if there is something about matching power states
Do the buttons get yellow over time ?
Not yet soo far
Nice vid mate!
I personally have enough remotes as it is - LG magic remote, soundbar, smart phone app and Chromecast.. they all work on the PS5 so this was definitely unnecessary for me
Thanks for watching!
The lack of volume control for computer monitors is sad.
You sit in your computer chair to watch content? wow. The remote is totally geared for the casual lounge room audience
I need this cuz I don’t have a tv remote and I use my tv for is ps5 so ya
Same exact situation, I lost my tv remote
If i could at leats chance the hdmi imput with it would be way better
Can it operate on PS4?
It's a PS5 remote... You need to buy the PS4 remote.
@@nickgordon1625 that's what I mean. The 3D audio headset is compatible but is the ps5 remote work on PS4 or did you try so?
Does it work on ps4 pro ? Since ps5 is nowhere to get
Don’t know Don. There is a specific PS4 one.
@@NickandJeff okay this one looks waaay cooler
And it’s me for you to use exactly the apps that Sony wants you to use because they’re getting a gigantic cut and they’re not re-programmable so you can decide I like Hulu better than Netflix and change the button
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Why not just use your tv remote? Mines work on the PS5
Did you watch the video? That’s the whole point. Your remote does nearly all the same stuff
@@NickandJeff nope 😂
@@saucyx4 😂🤣🤣😂🤓
Don’t use Disney either and don’t like being coerced into using certain apps because that’s what’s on the remote. Also don’t like the fact that for instance my Sony branded Bluetooth headset won’t pair with the PlayStation five to be fair. I’m kind of getting sick a Sony in general.
Just seems convenient so that when my friends that are girls come over they don’t have to struggle with figuring out how to use a ps5 controller for 20 minutes
This remote sucks, it would be infinitely better if it had a source button for this occasions that turning your PS5 on doesn't switch to correct unit, but more than that it doesn't have R buttons!! Like seriously, you can instantly load Netflix and D+ etc but if you want to load prime you need to hit the PS button and manually move over to the media section if you're already in the games section... At least with an R button it could be achieved with 2 presses.
Honestly even a media / games button would work.
This remote is ruined by the D-pad, or should i say...Thin sliver shaped arrows that are not only awkward but harder to find and press. It just doesn't feel good to use, and to make things worse they placed the home button directly at the bottom.
Roku did it 10x better with thier current Streamer remotes. I'd rather not use external devices like Roku or even the PS5 for streaming anyways, they're a noticeable step back when it comes to picture quality, Roku being even softer than PS5. Internal apps in lets say modern OLED TV's produce a sharper/crisper image. PS5(Disc) does have a solid 4K Blu-ray player built in, I'll give it that.
It's a piece of shit. The thing literally died on me after a few months. And yes, I put in new batteries.
Way to hate! Is it covered under warranty?
I’ve had mine for a while & it’s a must in our home mainly because I don’t trust my wife to not drop/damage the game pad. We don’t watch TV anymore. We only use stream services through PS5. Another great benefit to the remote is when wife goes to bed & I want some game time I know I’ve got a fully charged game pad to use. Battery life isn’t as bad as people say. With rechargeable batteries it’s no problem
The ps5 media remote is definitely worth it
It’s great! Glad you like it
Absolute joke no lights like the xbox media remote thsts also almost half the price
DO NOT BUY!!!!! This thing suck. I bought it because i watch a lot of media on my ps5 and was tired of having to wake up the controller everytime i wanted to use it. It was working well enough for the first few months, but then it started to drain batteries within a week, maybe two. I even bought new Energizer batteries (rechargeables), but they still crap out after too short of a time. Anyway, it's complicated to explain here, but this thing sucks bad. DO NOT BUY!!!!
Got this as i use the PS5 more as a media app than to play games. Sorry but 1 of worst controllers Ive ever had. It only works 50% of the time as it loses connection with the PS5 constantly & you have to reconnect it. Design is poor. Its too small to hold, the buttons are far too shallow & fiddly, very difficult to press & they are barely raised above the surface. The battery compartment also rattles and rhe Sony batteries ran out after a week. 1/10 from me 😉
Ran out after a week!? Dodgy. Luckily you got a whole PS5 controller right there that does the same thing.
@@NickandJeff Yes if you google it many users reported the same issue regarding the batteries! Luckily the regular controller is superb!