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Logitech Harmony introduces PS3 Blu-ray Control

March 21st, 2009 at 3:50 pm » Comments (0)

In a move that will leave home theater enthusiasts thrilled and everyone else asking what the big deal is, Logitech has confirmed plans to release an adapter that will let the PlayStation 3 play nice with its Harmony line of programmable universal remotes.Compatible with any Harmony remote, the adapter will enable owners to control movie [...]



ELPA Universal Remote Includes A Wireless Speaker

March 1st, 2009 at 9:45 am » Comments (1)

By Andrew Liszewski
If you’re constantly throwing things at your TV because the darn thing just doesn’t go loud enough for you, might I suggest this handy, yet unusual, universal remote control from ELPA. The design throws years and years of remote control ergonomics out the window, in favor of integrating a pop-up speaker in the [...]



Logitech Harmony 1100 Universal Infrared Remote Control

February 8th, 2009 at 7:58 pm » Comments (1)

Logitech introduced a Palm-sized, rectangular shape remote which is easy to hold whether you’re switching channels or turning up the volume. 3.5-inch color touch screen. You’ll be able to see the icons and commands, even in the dark. You’ll have the commands you want, when you want them. And you’ll be able to access all [...]



Universal Remote Control Unveils the PSX-2 Personal Server

January 28th, 2009 at 7:59 pm » Comments (0)

Universal Remote Control, Inc. (URC), the pioneer in control technology, today announces the PSX-2 Personal Server, which enables custom installers to deliver unmatched iPod docking functionality to consumers who seek truly integrated home entertainment experiences. With the PSX-2 Personal Server, users can control iPods like never before, all from the comfort and convenience of the [...]



LaCie Hard Disk By Neil Poulton Can Now Be Connected to Your HDTV

January 13th, 2009 at 8:53 pm » Comments (0)

Coming complete with HDMI as well as USB connectivity, the LaCie LaCinema Classic comes in either 500GB or 1TB capacities and apart from supporting a range of multimedia file formats (such as DivX, XviD, JPEG and MP3) also offers integrated 1080p HD upscaling capabilities allowing you to view HD content directly on your HDTV via [...]



Philips intros Prestigo SRT9320 touchscreen universal remote

December 19th, 2008 at 9:22 pm » Comments (0)

The new remote Prestigo SRT9320 combines a 2.8-inch color touch screen on the top half with hard buttons on the lower portion. The screen handles both channel favorites (replete with familiar icon logos) and customized commands. The SRT9320 can control up to 20 devices, and it’s completely programmable as-is–including learning modes and multidevice macros–without the [...]



Control the lights in your house using the iPhone

November 13th, 2008 at 7:37 pm » Comments (0)

Lutron, the company that developed the dimmer switch in the ’60s, now offers a lighting system that can be controlled by your iPhone or iPod Touch. That lamp you see above is screwed into one of Lutron’s wireless modules and, with a simple app, you can control how bright you want it to be from [...]



UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL UNVEILS THE URC DIGITAL R50

November 13th, 2008 at 7:01 pm » Comments (0)

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Unlike other high-end remote controls, URC’s stylish new flagship device for the consumer retail channel can be programmed entirely on its bright color LCD screen. There’s no need for a PC or internet connection. Universal Remote Control®, Inc. (URC), the pioneer in control technology, today announces the release of the URC Digital R50, [...]



Logitech introduces Harmony 510 Advanced Universal Remote

October 6th, 2008 at 6:14 pm » Comments (0)

It’s been a while since Logitech introduced their last Harmony remote. Today, Logitech has stealthily released the Harmony 510, a new entry-level $100 universal remote that slightly reworks the design seen on the company’s previous 500-series models. It’s almost an exact copy of the Harmony 550, except for a different color scheme and slight reworking [...]



Guarding Home Security Robot

September 19th, 2008 at 10:33 pm » Comments (0)

This robotic sentry can be controlled by any remote device capable of browsing the internet, allowing you to monitor your home from anywhere in the world. Audio and high-resolution (640 x 480) video are streamed in MPEG4 format, and it can take still pictures and e-mail them to you; it has a two-way microphone and [...]