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  • [FAMILY FRIENDLY SMART REMOTE + CONTROL HUB] Control Center’s intuitive TV interface and simple voice remote make it easy for everyone in the family to enjoy your home theater, so you never have to worry about anyone getting stuck on the wrong input or struggling to figure out which remote to use.
  • [RELIABLE TV CONTROL] Ditch your AVR remote (and all the others too) and control everything with an all-in-one remote that just works. No more bad states or losing sync with the TV. Control Center’s state-aware HDMI Hub always knows when the TV is on, switches to and powers on/off the right devices, and adapts the remote to control the device you’re using.
  • [SIMPLE AUTOMATED SETUP] Plug in your AVR and devices and Control Center automatically detects and identifies everything by name, then a series of on-screen prompts guide you through the rest.
  • [SAVE TIME WITH DICTATION] Using a universal remote doesn’t have to mean losing out on time-saving dictation features. Open any app or device, say what you’re searching for, and Control Center automatically fills in the search screen for you.
  • [COMPATIBILITY] Works with streaming players, Cable/Satellite TV, sound bars, game consoles, DVD/Blu-Ray and AVRs. Connect up to 4 devices plus your AVR or sound bar. 4K HDR, UHD. Dolby Vision NOT supported. U.S. Only. Please contact support on our website with any questions.

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3.9 out of 5 stars
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Customers like the performance, quality and ease of use of the remote control. For example, they mention that it works well, has a simple remote and that the hardware and software are solid. Some are happy with appearance, and voice control. That said, opinions are mixed on button layout and compatibility.

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259 customers mention "Performance"182 positive77 negative

Customers like the performance of the remote control. For example, they say it works well, the Caavo system works pretty well for the most part, and the voice remote works very well. They also appreciate the response time for commands as a significant improvement over the Harmony systems. Some say the concept is good, while still a bit rough.

"...Harmony works fine (when it works), but it's setup is complex, it is a pain to add/change components, is slow, and often needs 2 or 3 'tries' to get..." Read more

"...content, you can use the built-in voice search capability which works quite well...." Read more

"...The system is pretty cool, the voice activation works fine and it did play my DVD and control my sound system exactly as advertised which was great...." Read more

"...the basics (TiVo Guide, FF, REW, advance, skip), but they don't support specialized functions such as Commercial Advance or even listing recorded..." Read more

242 customers mention "Ease of use"192 positive50 negative

Customers find the remote control very straightforward and easy to navigate. They say the setup was pretty easy, the UI is simple, intuitive, and easy. They also say it's convenient and easy for household members to teach it. Customers also say that it makes life easier to transition between devices and that it'll be easy to teach to household members.

"...No need for complex diagrams or instructions for your family members or guests on how to use your home entertainment setup*..." Read more

"...The setup program was slick and looked great on my TV...very nice out-of-box experience, which is key with these things...." Read more

"...And it will be easy to teach to your household members because it simply works...." Read more

"...3. I reset the device and started over. What a difference! Everything is so much easier...." Read more

116 customers mention "Remote control"85 positive31 negative

Customers like the remote control. They say it's simple, decent, and the best universal remote they've ever used. Customers also mention that the remote integrates with other devices to allow them to search across all their platforms.

"...The cool stuff I like:-Universal remote works with everything and buttons map logically...." Read more

"...It abstracts away all of your devices and streaming services so that you can get back to just watching what you want, when you want it...." Read more

"...The remote and hub are also more powerful than my Harmony hub...I didn't even need to use the included IR blasters to control all my devices easily..." Read more

"...I still think the remote has a long learning curve. Too many hidden functions on each button...." Read more

83 customers mention "Voice control"62 positive21 negative

Customers like the voice control feature of the remote control. For example, they mention the recognition is impressive, the search is extremely helpful, and the feature is a godsend for those with poor vision. That said, some complain the search works slightly better and gives wonky results. Overall, most are happy with the functionality and the integration with Alexa and Google Home.

"...In terms of finding content, you can use the built-in voice search capability which works quite well...." Read more

"...The system is pretty cool, the voice activation works fine and it did play my DVD and control my sound system exactly as advertised which was great...." Read more

"...The voice search is perfect for youtube too because If you search something that doesn't sound like a movie, for example, How to Shop For a Miter Saw..." Read more

"...What a difference! Everything is so much easier. The voice search works slightly better but still gives wonky results and when it does give a..." Read more

48 customers mention "Appearance"39 positive9 negative

Customers like the appearance of the remote control. They say it's sleek, beautiful, and elegant. Customers also appreciate the great design and execution. They mention that the layout of the control is clear and minimalist.

"...Plus the remote itself is really good - responsive, elegant, logical..." Read more

"...Caavo tackles both of these issues in a way that is simple yet elegant. This is not just a run-of-the-mill HDMI hub, it’s much more...." Read more

"...The setup program was slick and looked great on my TV...very nice out-of-box experience, which is key with these things...." Read more

"...The Caavo is really sleek and the UI is mostly quick and easy to use (more on that below)...." Read more

38 customers mention "Quality"29 positive9 negative

Customers like the quality of the remote control. They mention it has a good build quality, the hardware and software are solid, and the unit itself seems very impressive. They also say it's reliable and one of the best they've encountered.

"...It has made interacting with my electronics much easier. It has been reliable, an easy learning curve, and also cuts down on juggling various..." Read more

"...Love it.Caavo support is also top notch and have been troubleshooting my issues and asking me for feedback, often...." Read more

"...Reliability of commands (performing the function you intended) is excellent. It just works exactly like it’s supposed to, every time.-..." Read more

"...Sometimes, when switching from one device to the other, some glitch occurs where the screen goes blank...." Read more

47 customers mention "Button layout"20 positive27 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the button layout of the remote control. Some say the buttons are simple and easy to use, while others say they have too many hidden functions and are not descriptively labeled.

"...some of these functions to the remote's buttons, but there aren't nearly enough hard buttons to handle them, and some functions (such as list shows)..." Read more

"...-Universal remote works with everything and buttons map logically...." Read more

"...I still think the remote has a long learning curve. Too many hidden functions on each button...." Read more

"...Some buttons do double-duty. For instance, a short press on REW or FF will, of course, initiate rewind or fast-forward functions...." Read more

41 customers mention "Compatibility"26 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the remote control. Some mention that it integrates everything very well, provides simple collaboration between television and all, and the Caavo system has allowed them to really fine tune their integration via the on-screen system. Others say that the integration just isn't there, lacks integration with emby, iTunes, and AVR, and has very limited device compatibility.

"...that enables voice search, guides, universal search, deep linking, and more...." Read more

"...It's not fully integrated like the rest, but it works...." Read more

"...I wanted to love the Caavo remote and hub, and was very impressed with the concept and setup...." Read more

"...If you've got several devices, this is great for unifying them - use one remote and one on-screen interface to switch between hardware devices and..." Read more

Caavo, where have you been all my HDMI life?
5 out of 5 stars
Caavo, where have you been all my HDMI life?
The Caavo Control Center (which I will just refer to as “Caavo”) fills a technology gap that has existed for many, many years. As new types of HDMI-connected devices enter the market, consumers become increasingly perplexed by not only hooking up all of these devices in the proper way but also finding all of the loads of digital content on these devices. Caavo tackles both of these issues in a way that is simple yet elegant. This is not just a run-of-the-mill HDMI hub, it’s much more. It abstracts away all of your devices and streaming services so that you can get back to just watching what you want, when you want it.Hope you enjoy my mini-review of the Caavo Control Center!SetupThe setup process has been truly fine-tuned to make it quite easy. The Caavo box has 4 HDMI ports for all of your devices to plug into, and one that goes out to either your TV or to an AVR (Audio/Video Receiver). Be sure you use good, quality HDMI cables to connect your 4K/UHD devices. Also, make sure you have enough cables before starting the setup process. You probably will need a new one for connecting the Caavo to your TV or AVR.A typical setup requires you to unplug all of your HDMI-connected devices from your TV or AVR and then re-plug them into the Caavo. What’s great is that you now can organize all of those cables a bit better. Once you plug in those device HDMIs, you just connect another HDMI (out) from the Caavo to either your TV or AVR. Plug in an Ethernet cable (it does have built-in WiFi if you don’t have an Ethernet connection). Hook up the IR Blasters (so that you can transmit Infrared signals in closed cabinets or for devices that don’t have network controls and only use IR). Then just plug in the Caavo to power and go to the TV for the easy setup on-screen.I found the on-screen setup to be extremely easy to use and navigate. The setup screens walk you through not only identifying what HDMI devices are connected (it does this automagically) but also tests and configures how you watch and listen to your video and audio. The Caavo remote will pretty much replace much of the standard functionality that all of your other remotes do (there may be some functions that will occasionally make you use the device’s remote, but that isn’t often). Also, if Caavo detects a cable or satellite provider device attached to it, it will walk you through that setup so that you can easily tune to channels or shows and watch or record them.Later, you link your Caavo with a Caavo account. This allows you to say what services you subscribe to so that when you search for shows or movies, Caavo can better find them and get your watching them. Also, you can set up playlists using the smartphone app. Find something you want to watch? Just add it to the list. It’s great to create lists for parents or friends and just share it.UsageThe setup shouldn’t take long to do honestly. And once you have everything plugged in and configured, the fun begins. The Caavo button on the remote will become your new best friend. You use it to launch the control center and access your devices and shows and streaming channels, as well as playlists. Depending on which device you use, the Caavo remote will automatically configure the proper buttons for use. And if you “long press” a button, it will provide some other functions.With some DVRs and streaming services, Caavo can deep link into watchlists (e.g., things you have recorded or shows on streaming service watch lists) making it really easy to find the shows that you want to watch or have recorded. In terms of finding content, you can use the built-in voice search capability which works quite well. When it finds what you want, you can click through to watch, rent, or buy the content. The nice thing is, Caavo search is not constrained to a single device or service, it searches across everything you have configured or connected.Pressing the Caavo button powers on your system, regardless of whether you are directly connected to a TV, AVR, or soundbar. It will automatically set the right input (based on your initial setup), and if you choose a particular service, it will activate and tune to the appropriate device. You can also set a preferred device for viewing certain streaming services. Like watching Netflix on your Apple TV because of the viewing experience? Just set it as the preferred device. And pressing the power button will shut off everything together.If you have a voice-enabled service like Amazon Alexa or Google Voice, you can even configure Caavo to work with that. There is a required service plan (just $19.99 per YEAR - not month) that enables voice search, guides, universal search, deep linking, and more. It is not required though (but I highly recommend getting it).This “mini” review only scrapes the surface of the features and functions of the Caavo. I’m happily using it in my man cave! Hope this review is useful!Pros:* No need for multiple remotes to control things (just use the Caavo remote)* No need for complex diagrams or instructions for your family members or guests on how to use your home entertainment setup* No need to remember which Input to use on your TV or AVR - there is only one and Caavo knows how to show the video* No need to remember which service is on which streaming device - Caavo remembers that tooCons:* For those people with LOTS of devices, you do have to choose four of them only to connect to the Caavo.* Be sure you have a high-speed HDMI cable (18 Gbps) if you are hooking to a 4K TV - I had to get one to connect to my 4K TV
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Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2018
Color: Control CenterVerified Purchase
A long time Harmony universal remote user, I saw a review for Caavo on CNET and was intrigued. Harmony works fine (when it works), but it's setup is complex, it is a pain to add/change components, is slow, and often needs 2 or 3 'tries' to get everything on. As someone who wants a unified remote that can handle my setup (which is always changing, now is Apple TV/Sonos focused, with some Xbox and Fire Stick use) and be easy for my wife/kids to use, I jumped on this and ordered one (as well as a few of their lighted cables).

A week in, the Caavo --not without some flaws -- is WAY better than expected. It's like a Harmony that works, on steroids, and does a ton more. You expect with a universal remote that it can turn everything on/off with a click, and seamlessly control multiple components. Caavo does this really well --but now using it, it's really the 'point of entry' in what it is trying to do, which is unify and simplify your entertainment experience.

First off, the 'magic trick' is that Caavo automatically recognizes what you plug into it. You don't have to tell it or plug your remote into a computer. You plug your devices into the HDMI ports and it automatically recognizes and configures them. It was amazing. Caavo found every device I threw at it (6 in total, Apple TV, LG TV, Firestick, Xbox 1, a Sony BD player, and a Sonos Beam--more impressive as the Sonos wasn't directly plugged into the Caavo).

Harmony I remember having to figure out which year/model my TV, BD player, etc. was. Caavo recognized everything and I was set up (including my favorite TV apps) in about 10 minutes. Personally had no issues on setup, everything worked the first time. Another 5 minutes and I set it up with the Alexa function in my Sonos Beam (which is super cool in that I can turn it on/off via voice, search for shows, and even find my remote by asking Alexa). Plus the remote itself is really good - responsive, elegant, logical (I like the little stand that props it up on the bottom and helps you figure out which side is up -- take notes Apple!!!)

So now in about 15 minutes I have a one-remote solution. Everything works seamlessly, and way better than Harmony. Have not had any hiccups in a week of use so far. Great for people that want to simplify their setup. But this really was only the entry point on what is proving to be one of my favorite devices I have (like Eero, see my review for that). The cool stuff I like:

-Universal remote works with everything and buttons map logically. The coolest feature is it if you lightly touch some of the buttons their function (for that device) show up on the TV. Genius! I tap one button and on the TV it explains it's the 'Home' button on Apple, etc. No hunting in the dark.

-EVERY remote now works with universal functionality. This isn't advertised much, but now my old remotes not only still work, BUT they act as 'universal' in that they trigger the whole system through the Caavo. So if I want to use my old Apple TV remote (which sorta sucks), when I press a button, EVERYTHING turns on -the TV, soundbar, etc, and goes to the Apple TV home screen. Same with my Xbox controller. And in fact, I can be on Apple TV, and grab the Xbox controller, and it switches to Xbox! Again, they need to tout this feature a lot more.

-Voice search - just started using this, it's really cool. Basically, it's a universal search to go with the universal remote. There is a button you can press on the remote to ask it to search for programs or switch a device. In my experience, it works a ton better than the Siri on Apple TV, both in recognizing what I'm asking, but also locating shows. Twice now my kids have asked to watch something I didn't know, did voice search on the Caavo, and it found it. And it finds it not only on the device but the available services it's on, and it knows (from setup) which ones you use, so with a click now you go right to the show you want to watch. This works WAY better in my experience than the universal search within the Apple TV app

The stuff I don' like

-The service plan. As others have noted, Caavo is $99 but charges $2/mo or $20/y for a 'service plan'. After using it, I get it as it's not just a universal remote, but really has a lot of sophisticated search and discovery features. But I'd rather pay for this upfront. I'd like a lifetime service option and would easily pay another $100 for that upfront -- this device is worth 2x what they are charging

-Switching to apps on Apple TV can be a bit slow. I think this is because (from what I've read) the way Caavo actually controls Apple TV (it uses some type of AI that literally scrolls across the screen for you), and it's not any slower than me doing it manually, but I'd like this to be faster

-the App needs work - I like the app they have (downloaded it yesterday), but other than making lists it has limited functionality. I'd like the app to be able to launch programs directly, and maybe have a remote control feature like the Apple TV has.

Anyway, reading some of these reviews, I think those people need to spend time with the Caavo to appreciate it. This long time Harmony user is now a Caavo fan. The Harmony is being retired...
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5.0 out of 5 stars WAY better than expected for this long-time Harmony user
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2018
A long time Harmony universal remote user, I saw a review for Caavo on CNET and was intrigued. Harmony works fine (when it works), but it's setup is complex, it is a pain to add/change components, is slow, and often needs 2 or 3 'tries' to get everything on. As someone who wants a unified remote that can handle my setup (which is always changing, now is Apple TV/Sonos focused, with some Xbox and Fire Stick use) and be easy for my wife/kids to use, I jumped on this and ordered one (as well as a few of their lighted cables).

A week in, the Caavo --not without some flaws -- is WAY better than expected. It's like a Harmony that works, on steroids, and does a ton more. You expect with a universal remote that it can turn everything on/off with a click, and seamlessly control multiple components. Caavo does this really well --but now using it, it's really the 'point of entry' in what it is trying to do, which is unify and simplify your entertainment experience.

First off, the 'magic trick' is that Caavo automatically recognizes what you plug into it. You don't have to tell it or plug your remote into a computer. You plug your devices into the HDMI ports and it automatically recognizes and configures them. It was amazing. Caavo found every device I threw at it (6 in total, Apple TV, LG TV, Firestick, Xbox 1, a Sony BD player, and a Sonos Beam--more impressive as the Sonos wasn't directly plugged into the Caavo).

Harmony I remember having to figure out which year/model my TV, BD player, etc. was. Caavo recognized everything and I was set up (including my favorite TV apps) in about 10 minutes. Personally had no issues on setup, everything worked the first time. Another 5 minutes and I set it up with the Alexa function in my Sonos Beam (which is super cool in that I can turn it on/off via voice, search for shows, and even find my remote by asking Alexa). Plus the remote itself is really good - responsive, elegant, logical (I like the little stand that props it up on the bottom and helps you figure out which side is up -- take notes Apple!!!)

So now in about 15 minutes I have a one-remote solution. Everything works seamlessly, and way better than Harmony. Have not had any hiccups in a week of use so far. Great for people that want to simplify their setup. But this really was only the entry point on what is proving to be one of my favorite devices I have (like Eero, see my review for that). The cool stuff I like:

-Universal remote works with everything and buttons map logically. The coolest feature is it if you lightly touch some of the buttons their function (for that device) show up on the TV. Genius! I tap one button and on the TV it explains it's the 'Home' button on Apple, etc. No hunting in the dark.

-EVERY remote now works with universal functionality. This isn't advertised much, but now my old remotes not only still work, BUT they act as 'universal' in that they trigger the whole system through the Caavo. So if I want to use my old Apple TV remote (which sorta sucks), when I press a button, EVERYTHING turns on -the TV, soundbar, etc, and goes to the Apple TV home screen. Same with my Xbox controller. And in fact, I can be on Apple TV, and grab the Xbox controller, and it switches to Xbox! Again, they need to tout this feature a lot more.

-Voice search - just started using this, it's really cool. Basically, it's a universal search to go with the universal remote. There is a button you can press on the remote to ask it to search for programs or switch a device. In my experience, it works a ton better than the Siri on Apple TV, both in recognizing what I'm asking, but also locating shows. Twice now my kids have asked to watch something I didn't know, did voice search on the Caavo, and it found it. And it finds it not only on the device but the available services it's on, and it knows (from setup) which ones you use, so with a click now you go right to the show you want to watch. This works WAY better in my experience than the universal search within the Apple TV app

The stuff I don' like

-The service plan. As others have noted, Caavo is $99 but charges $2/mo or $20/y for a 'service plan'. After using it, I get it as it's not just a universal remote, but really has a lot of sophisticated search and discovery features. But I'd rather pay for this upfront. I'd like a lifetime service option and would easily pay another $100 for that upfront -- this device is worth 2x what they are charging

-Switching to apps on Apple TV can be a bit slow. I think this is because (from what I've read) the way Caavo actually controls Apple TV (it uses some type of AI that literally scrolls across the screen for you), and it's not any slower than me doing it manually, but I'd like this to be faster

-the App needs work - I like the app they have (downloaded it yesterday), but other than making lists it has limited functionality. I'd like the app to be able to launch programs directly, and maybe have a remote control feature like the Apple TV has.

Anyway, reading some of these reviews, I think those people need to spend time with the Caavo to appreciate it. This long time Harmony user is now a Caavo fan. The Harmony is being retired...
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Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2018
Color: Control CenterVerified Purchase
The Caavo Control Center (which I will just refer to as “Caavo”) fills a technology gap that has existed for many, many years. As new types of HDMI-connected devices enter the market, consumers become increasingly perplexed by not only hooking up all of these devices in the proper way but also finding all of the loads of digital content on these devices. Caavo tackles both of these issues in a way that is simple yet elegant. This is not just a run-of-the-mill HDMI hub, it’s much more. It abstracts away all of your devices and streaming services so that you can get back to just watching what you want, when you want it.

Hope you enjoy my mini-review of the Caavo Control Center!

Setup
The setup process has been truly fine-tuned to make it quite easy. The Caavo box has 4 HDMI ports for all of your devices to plug into, and one that goes out to either your TV or to an AVR (Audio/Video Receiver). Be sure you use good, quality HDMI cables to connect your 4K/UHD devices. Also, make sure you have enough cables before starting the setup process. You probably will need a new one for connecting the Caavo to your TV or AVR.

A typical setup requires you to unplug all of your HDMI-connected devices from your TV or AVR and then re-plug them into the Caavo. What’s great is that you now can organize all of those cables a bit better. Once you plug in those device HDMIs, you just connect another HDMI (out) from the Caavo to either your TV or AVR. Plug in an Ethernet cable (it does have built-in WiFi if you don’t have an Ethernet connection). Hook up the IR Blasters (so that you can transmit Infrared signals in closed cabinets or for devices that don’t have network controls and only use IR). Then just plug in the Caavo to power and go to the TV for the easy setup on-screen.

I found the on-screen setup to be extremely easy to use and navigate. The setup screens walk you through not only identifying what HDMI devices are connected (it does this automagically) but also tests and configures how you watch and listen to your video and audio. The Caavo remote will pretty much replace much of the standard functionality that all of your other remotes do (there may be some functions that will occasionally make you use the device’s remote, but that isn’t often). Also, if Caavo detects a cable or satellite provider device attached to it, it will walk you through that setup so that you can easily tune to channels or shows and watch or record them.

Later, you link your Caavo with a Caavo account. This allows you to say what services you subscribe to so that when you search for shows or movies, Caavo can better find them and get your watching them. Also, you can set up playlists using the smartphone app. Find something you want to watch? Just add it to the list. It’s great to create lists for parents or friends and just share it.

Usage

The setup shouldn’t take long to do honestly. And once you have everything plugged in and configured, the fun begins. The Caavo button on the remote will become your new best friend. You use it to launch the control center and access your devices and shows and streaming channels, as well as playlists. Depending on which device you use, the Caavo remote will automatically configure the proper buttons for use. And if you “long press” a button, it will provide some other functions.

With some DVRs and streaming services, Caavo can deep link into watchlists (e.g., things you have recorded or shows on streaming service watch lists) making it really easy to find the shows that you want to watch or have recorded. In terms of finding content, you can use the built-in voice search capability which works quite well. When it finds what you want, you can click through to watch, rent, or buy the content. The nice thing is, Caavo search is not constrained to a single device or service, it searches across everything you have configured or connected.

Pressing the Caavo button powers on your system, regardless of whether you are directly connected to a TV, AVR, or soundbar. It will automatically set the right input (based on your initial setup), and if you choose a particular service, it will activate and tune to the appropriate device. You can also set a preferred device for viewing certain streaming services. Like watching Netflix on your Apple TV because of the viewing experience? Just set it as the preferred device. And pressing the power button will shut off everything together.

If you have a voice-enabled service like Amazon Alexa or Google Voice, you can even configure Caavo to work with that. There is a required service plan (just $19.99 per YEAR - not month) that enables voice search, guides, universal search, deep linking, and more. It is not required though (but I highly recommend getting it).

This “mini” review only scrapes the surface of the features and functions of the Caavo. I’m happily using it in my man cave! Hope this review is useful!

Pros:
* No need for multiple remotes to control things (just use the Caavo remote)
* No need for complex diagrams or instructions for your family members or guests on how to use your home entertainment setup
* No need to remember which Input to use on your TV or AVR - there is only one and Caavo knows how to show the video
* No need to remember which service is on which streaming device - Caavo remembers that too

Cons:
* For those people with LOTS of devices, you do have to choose four of them only to connect to the Caavo.
* Be sure you have a high-speed HDMI cable (18 Gbps) if you are hooking to a 4K TV - I had to get one to connect to my 4K TV
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5.0 out of 5 stars Caavo, where have you been all my HDMI life?
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2018
The Caavo Control Center (which I will just refer to as “Caavo”) fills a technology gap that has existed for many, many years. As new types of HDMI-connected devices enter the market, consumers become increasingly perplexed by not only hooking up all of these devices in the proper way but also finding all of the loads of digital content on these devices. Caavo tackles both of these issues in a way that is simple yet elegant. This is not just a run-of-the-mill HDMI hub, it’s much more. It abstracts away all of your devices and streaming services so that you can get back to just watching what you want, when you want it.

Hope you enjoy my mini-review of the Caavo Control Center!

Setup
The setup process has been truly fine-tuned to make it quite easy. The Caavo box has 4 HDMI ports for all of your devices to plug into, and one that goes out to either your TV or to an AVR (Audio/Video Receiver). Be sure you use good, quality HDMI cables to connect your 4K/UHD devices. Also, make sure you have enough cables before starting the setup process. You probably will need a new one for connecting the Caavo to your TV or AVR.

A typical setup requires you to unplug all of your HDMI-connected devices from your TV or AVR and then re-plug them into the Caavo. What’s great is that you now can organize all of those cables a bit better. Once you plug in those device HDMIs, you just connect another HDMI (out) from the Caavo to either your TV or AVR. Plug in an Ethernet cable (it does have built-in WiFi if you don’t have an Ethernet connection). Hook up the IR Blasters (so that you can transmit Infrared signals in closed cabinets or for devices that don’t have network controls and only use IR). Then just plug in the Caavo to power and go to the TV for the easy setup on-screen.

I found the on-screen setup to be extremely easy to use and navigate. The setup screens walk you through not only identifying what HDMI devices are connected (it does this automagically) but also tests and configures how you watch and listen to your video and audio. The Caavo remote will pretty much replace much of the standard functionality that all of your other remotes do (there may be some functions that will occasionally make you use the device’s remote, but that isn’t often). Also, if Caavo detects a cable or satellite provider device attached to it, it will walk you through that setup so that you can easily tune to channels or shows and watch or record them.

Later, you link your Caavo with a Caavo account. This allows you to say what services you subscribe to so that when you search for shows or movies, Caavo can better find them and get your watching them. Also, you can set up playlists using the smartphone app. Find something you want to watch? Just add it to the list. It’s great to create lists for parents or friends and just share it.

Usage

The setup shouldn’t take long to do honestly. And once you have everything plugged in and configured, the fun begins. The Caavo button on the remote will become your new best friend. You use it to launch the control center and access your devices and shows and streaming channels, as well as playlists. Depending on which device you use, the Caavo remote will automatically configure the proper buttons for use. And if you “long press” a button, it will provide some other functions.

With some DVRs and streaming services, Caavo can deep link into watchlists (e.g., things you have recorded or shows on streaming service watch lists) making it really easy to find the shows that you want to watch or have recorded. In terms of finding content, you can use the built-in voice search capability which works quite well. When it finds what you want, you can click through to watch, rent, or buy the content. The nice thing is, Caavo search is not constrained to a single device or service, it searches across everything you have configured or connected.

Pressing the Caavo button powers on your system, regardless of whether you are directly connected to a TV, AVR, or soundbar. It will automatically set the right input (based on your initial setup), and if you choose a particular service, it will activate and tune to the appropriate device. You can also set a preferred device for viewing certain streaming services. Like watching Netflix on your Apple TV because of the viewing experience? Just set it as the preferred device. And pressing the power button will shut off everything together.

If you have a voice-enabled service like Amazon Alexa or Google Voice, you can even configure Caavo to work with that. There is a required service plan (just $19.99 per YEAR - not month) that enables voice search, guides, universal search, deep linking, and more. It is not required though (but I highly recommend getting it).

This “mini” review only scrapes the surface of the features and functions of the Caavo. I’m happily using it in my man cave! Hope this review is useful!

Pros:
* No need for multiple remotes to control things (just use the Caavo remote)
* No need for complex diagrams or instructions for your family members or guests on how to use your home entertainment setup
* No need to remember which Input to use on your TV or AVR - there is only one and Caavo knows how to show the video
* No need to remember which service is on which streaming device - Caavo remembers that too

Cons:
* For those people with LOTS of devices, you do have to choose four of them only to connect to the Caavo.
* Be sure you have a high-speed HDMI cable (18 Gbps) if you are hooking to a 4K TV - I had to get one to connect to my 4K TV
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