Flirc
Flirc is a universal IR remote control configuration application that allows Mac users to pair and customize infrared remotes with their computers and media centers. The software walks users through a simple pairing process to map remote buttons to keyboard commands, making any IR remote compatible with media center software like Kodi, media players, and other applications. Flirc works in conjunction with Flirc USB hardware dongles or the newer Flirc Skip 1s universal remote, and once paired, requires no additional software on machines where the hardware is plugged in. It is widely used by home theater enthusiasts, cord-cutters, and media center builders who want unified remote control across multiple devices.
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1 suggestionFlirc has confirmed native Apple Silicon support on macOS. According to the vendor's product page for the Skip 1s remote, the software supports "native Apple Silicon and x86," meaning the app is already available as a Universal Binary. Check the flirc.tv download page for the latest installer, which will automatically serve the native build on M-series Macs. If you are running an older version of the Flirc application under Rosetta, updating to the current release will give you better performance and battery efficiency. The software includes built-in auto-update functionality, so once you install the latest version, it should keep itself current automatically.
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