If you’ve been wondering what to do with that ExpressCard/34 slot on your MacBook Pro, SiK, Inc. has a clever way of making use of it. Their rex remote control can actually be stored inside the ExpressCard/34 slot, making it easy to pack up before toting your MBP around.

SiK lists these features for the rex:

Works with Front Row, iPod Universal Dock™, mira™, Remote Buddy™
Stores in MacBook Pro ExpressCard/34 slot
Six buttons: Menu, Select/Play/Pause, Volume Up, Volume Down, Next/Fast-Forward Track, Previous/Rewind Track
Compatible with Apple TV™ and all Apple products introduced in 2005 or later with built-in IR receiver
Can function at distances of up to 30 feet with unobstructed line-of-sight to the receiver

The rex is available from Other World Computing for $19.99 and is shipping now.

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