Dreambox Remote Control 1.9

Review: Remote Control for Dreambox TV Boxes

The Remote Control for Dreambox TV Boxes app offers convenient control of Dreambox and Enigma-based TV boxes through your Android device. While the app's functionality is commendable, there are a few areas that could be improved to enhance the overall user experience.

Upon launching the app for the first time, there is an automatic detection feature that attempts to identify the Dreambox's address. However, in cases where autodetection fails, users must manually configure the Dreambox address. This process can be accessed through the Settings option in the menu (refer to the provided screenshots for guidance).

Another notable feature is the ability to change the app's appearance by selecting "Change Appearance" from the options menu. This allows users to switch between the web user interface and the native Android app interface, providing flexibility and customization.

It's important to note that this app is only compatible with Dreambox models based on Enigma1, such as DM500, DM600, DM56x0, DM7000, DM7020, and DM7020HD. Furthermore, it also offers support for Enigma2 boxes and OpenWebIf, albeit in a beta version (debug info can be submitted). Some Enigma2-compatible models include DM500HD, DM7025, DM800HD, DM800HD se, and DM8000HD.

One crucial requirement for this app is having access to the Dreambox from your Android device, which typically requires being on the same local area network (LAN). It's worth noting that while the web user interface provides easy accessibility to the built-in web-based remote control, the native app interface offers a user-friendly, Android-oriented interface.