Modified remote control devices
1. Modifications enable the user to easily grasp the remote control: a key ring is attached to the remote control by a piece of wire
2. Modifications to hold the remote control firmly on the surface: newer remote controls are often round and won’t stay on the surface; pieces of tubing are glued along the edges on the underside of the remote control. Older remote controls with flat bottoms are fitted with anti-skid material underneath.
3. Modifications to be able to handle buttons: a piece of cable tie is glued on with quick glue to enlarge the buttons (video).
Users comments
The user feels it is a challenge to modify everything he buys so that he can use things on his own. The pieces of tubing were cut from a catheter.
He modifies the remote control units for the stereo, TV, remote-controlled switches, etc., in this way.
Purchased from
Key ring: department store; anti-slip material: in Sweden outlets such as varsam.se (last checked July 2020).
Paid for by
The user
Whose idea
The user
When adapted with cut pieces of tubing the remote control unit sits stably on the user’s lap
The user holds the remote control unit with his long finger in the key ring
Modified remote control cable tie (video)
Related tips
Remote control units that sit on a firm surface are easier to use for persons with impaired hand function. 2006
