An infrared blaster (or IR blaster) is a device that emulates an infrared remote control to autonomously control a device that is normally controlled only by remote control key presses.
I'm the type of television viewer that constantly has his smartphone or tablet in hand while watching shows, so having quick access to remote control functions is great.
While the infrared port has been missing from phones' spec sheets for a good five years or more, it seems to be a "must have" feature for high-end Android devices in 2013. Flagship devices from Samsung and HTC now include transmitters and apps that let you control your TV.
Reference:
http://www.theverge.com/2013/4/24/4262074/is-this-the-year-of-the-ir-blaster
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infrared_blaster
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=remote.control.samsung
http://mobilefomo.com/2014/01/mixing-mobile-tv-super-bowl/
http://www.thinktv.co.nz/insights/research/digital-device-usage-and-television-viewing-habits/
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