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IR sensor rMBP???
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My assumption is that Apple thinks most people who own a Mac also own an iDevice that can run a remote app far more featured than the Apple remote and they can save a buck or two (and some space) by no longer including it.
Infrared sensor, used for remotes and such
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I always thought the IR was useless, especially since they took out Front Row.
Infrared Sensor for use with apple remote.
Apple is moving towards AirPlay hence the lack of need for it. Also cleans up the front of the rmbp
That was one thing which I really liked about the old MacBooks.
With them removing Front Row I guess it's a bit useless now.
With them removing Front Row I guess it's a bit useless now.
I'm assuming you have two remotes, one for the ATV and one for the Pro- you know you can lock the Pro to only respond to one remote right?
I think you can also completely disable the IR sensor if that's what you want to do.
No, my MBP didn't come with a remote. I'd look into disabling it, but my rMBP arrives tomorrow
Go to System Preferences - Security - General settings and turn off the IR sensor, or if you have an Apple IR remote specifically for your MBP you can pair it with the compter to prevent receiving random commands from other IR devices
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Pity, this is one feature I will miss. I have always found the IR remote to be very useful, $20 for the IR remote, $200 for a iPod Touch such is the price of progress