Ohsung and AONDevices Redefine Home Entertainment with the Edge AI-Powered, Hands-Free TV Remote

Gumi, South Korea — January 8, 2025 — Ohsung, a global leader in remote control innovation, and AONDevices, a pioneer in super low-power AI technology, have announced the launch of a transformative Always-On TV Remote. Combining high-accuracy AI capabilities with Ohsung’s expertise in remote control design, this revolutionary device redefines the smart home entertainment experience.

 

 

 

About AONDevices
AONDevices, Inc. is a leader in super-low-power, high-accuracy edge AI solutions, redefining always-on, battery-operated devices. With cutting-edge chip architecture, lightweight neural networks, and RISC-V-based hardware, AONDevices delivers exceptional AI performance at ultra-low power.

Designed for OEMs, AONDevice's scalable solutions enable advanced features like wake word detection, voice commands, acoustic event recognition, gestures, motion tracking, and environmental context awareness. From personal devices and smart home systems to automotive technology, AONDevices empowers the creation of intelligent, energy-efficient, and privacy-focused products.

 

Revolutionizing Smart Home Interaction

The Ohsung-AONDevices Always-On TV Remote is engineered to deliver a seamless and highly personalized user experience. With its intelligent edge AI capabilities, efficient single-microphone architecture, and future-proof OTA (over-the-air) update support, this next-generation remote empowers users to engage with their home entertainment systems in ways that are intuitive, adaptive, and effortlessly efficient.

 

Core Features and Innovations

This advanced remote redefines what’s possible with its unique blend of innovation, intelligence, and user-centric design:

• Always-On Wake Word and Local Commands: Execute key functions such as power, volume, or channel selection through simple voice commands—no physical interaction required.
• Voice-Driven Personalization: Identify individual users to tailor TV settings like favorite channels, volume preferences, and even parental controls.
• Audio Context Awareness: React intelligently to environmental sounds:
  • Appliance Timers: Automatically lower volume or pause playback when household timers go off.
  • Infant Alerts: Adjust settings or notify users when a baby is crying.
  • Home Security: Recognize critical sounds, such as breaking glass, to enhance safety.
• Gesture Control: Navigate effortlessly with motion-based commands for intuitive control.
• Lost Remote Locator: Locate misplaced remotes with ease.

 

A Focus on Efficiency and Longevity

The Ohsung-AONDevices remote combines high performance with sustainability, delivering:

• Single Microphone Architecture: Streamlined design that reduces both power consumption and production costs while ensuring robust performance.
• Ultra-Low Power Operation: Extended battery life to meet the demands of modern smart home environments.
• Customizable AI Features: From tailored voice commands to speaker-specific preferences, the remote adapts to the unique needs of every household.
• OTA Update Support: Seamlessly integrates new features and improvements without requiring hardware modifications.

 

A Partnership Built on Innovation

“Ohsung has a long-standing reputation for creating advanced remote-control solutions, and this collaboration with AONDevices takes our vision to the next level,” said Ken Kim, Global CTO at Ohsung. “The Hands-Free (Always-On) Remote delivers intelligence, personalization, and efficiency in a single, elegant solution.”

“Merging our AI expertise with Ohsung’s leadership in remote control design has resulted in a product that is not only innovative but also practical for today’s connected homes,” said Mouna Elkhatib, CEO and CTO of AONDevices. “This partnership is a testament to our shared commitment to redefining smart home experiences.”

Empowering the Future of Home Entertainment

With its advanced AI-driven capabilities, sustainable design, and customizable features, the Ohsung-AONDevices Always-On TV Remote sets a new benchmark for intelligent home entertainment solutions.

Availability

The Ohsung-AONDevices Always-On TV Remote is now available for OEMs seeking to deliver cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions to their customers.

For more information, visit www.ohsunghq.com and www.aondevices.com.