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Review on πŸ“± QWERTY Dual Side Remote XRT500 with Backlight for VIZIO Smart TVs (2015-2016) by Jessica Young

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works on my VIZIO E-Series

I wanted a second remote control for my new VIZIO E-Series TV (E43-C2 to be exact). So I found the exact same thing that came with it here at Revain. New model Vizio HD TV XRT122 remote control for Vizio E-Series TVs - available exclusively from Sourcing Remote. But then I noticed a very similar one for the M series with a keyboard on the back. Read a few reviews on it and found out it works with the E series too. Prices were the same so I went ahead and bought the one with the keyboard on the back. I can confirm that all of the features and the keyboard work with the E Series as well. The keyboard works with Hulu, Netflicks, Wikipedia, Facebook, Twitter and a few other apps I've tried. Although weirdly the keyboard doesn't work on Youtube but I think it's Youtube's fault. The keyboard has the same layout as a regular keyboard, so I found it relatively easy to use. The only major difference is that you have to hold down the Alt key to access numbers, symbols, and some punctuation. They are smaller and bluer and quite difficult to see, especially in the dark. The keyboard does light up when any key is pressed, making everything clearly visible. I tinkered with Twitter and quickly got used to it. As for the front of the remote, I like how everything is laid out. I particularly like the practical Netflicks button. I also like the PIC button, which allows me to quickly change picture adjustment modes. My only complaint is that you have to be a little careful not to hit the keyboard keys on the back when flipping, you have to hold them in a certain way. And the ridge around the keyboard is awkward Good Keyboard on the back Price Netflicks button Looks cool Poor Blue highlighted alternate numbers and such are a little hard to spot Careful not to press the keys on the back edge around which the keyboard is uncomfortable, but overall I like this little remote control. At least I have the right to show the keyboard on the back of my remote control.

Pros
  • Special offer
Cons
  • Speed