3 Screen Solutions, Tech4home Launched Remote Platform
A new partnership brings programmable remote control buttons to subscribers, allowing for customized shortcuts and promotions.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Home Entertainment
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3 Screen Solutions and Tech4home have introduced a pre-integrated remote control and user experience platform. This system allows TV service operators to remotely update button functions for subscribers.
Why it matters
The platform aims to streamline the deployment of programmable hardware while turning traditional remotes into active channels for commercial promotions. By managing button assignments centrally, operators can reduce the workload associated with device updates.
The platform supports up to 4 configurable keys for each subscriber, with central management handled by the 3Ready Control Center. The technology powering these buttons includes award-winning hardware that received recognition in 2026.
The players
3 Screen Solutions
A software company specializing in user experience and service management platforms for television operators.
Tech4home
A developer of remote control hardware and programmable key technology known for award-winning industrial designs.
The details
Operators use the 3Ready Control Center to push button assignments and marketing campaigns directly to remote hardware without requiring manual updates. AdaptiveKey technology enables this by incorporating an interactive display into the remote button, allowing the software to change button functions and labels after the device has been deployed to the home.
Timeline
Tech4home received a German Innovation Award in 2026.
The Notus remote control received a Red Dot Award in 2026.
The Home Front
This integration follows a broader trend of shifting hardware functions toward cloud-managed software environments in the home. It moves the remote control away from a simple, static input device toward a dynamic component of the smart home service ecosystem.
If your television service provider updates their equipment to support this system, you may be able to assign your four favorite apps or channels directly to the remote buttons. Keep an eye on your service provider's notices regarding hardware upgrades that allow for button customization and promotional shortcuts.
The takeaway
This system turns your standard remote into a customizable interface for frequently used services. Check your television service provider's settings menu or portal for any new options to configure your remote buttons once the platform is deployed in your area.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by 4RFV.
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