Direct-to-Home service provider, Tata Sky, in association with Ryz Media Inc, has introduced Tata Sky Mobile Access, an application for Apple devices.
This application would enable the use of iPhones, iPads and iPod as a universal remote to control consumer electronic devices at homes, says a press release from Tata Sky.
In addition, subscribers can use the application to access 4-day programme listings, read extended information for movies, search for programmes based on title and set their favourite shows for recording on the go, the release adds.
To use this universal remote functionality, the subscriber will need to use the application along with a unique orb-shaped MP3 mobile accessory. This accessory plugs into the audio jack of the Apple device and enables the user to control his Tata Sky set-top box, TV, amplifier and DVD players.
A separate application for Android devices will also be launched soon, the release says.