Along with the launches in the Mac line, Apple also updated its remote control, currently sold separately to users. The new model is thinner than the previous one and has a renewed design, built of aluminum base with black buttons perfect for all Macs, except for the white MacBook.
It can be used with iPods or iPhones connected to a Universal Dock, which, when connected to any sound system, allows playback of content from the gadget itself. His functions have not changed a bit, but for those who own the original Apple Remote and like it, the impression is given that the new one is not so minimalist.
In addition, it can obviously be used to control your Mac's multimedia features remotely, such as Front Row, QuickTime Player and iTunes including Keynote, for slide shows. Some third-party applications also use integration with the accessory.
The Apple Remote costs R $ 60 in the Brazilian Apple Online Store, and can be paid in 12 installments (without interest) of R $ 4.92. Its availability forecast for the month of December, and it can be used with any Mac built from October 2005, as long as it has an infrared signal reception interface.