Logitech Harmony 676 for $49.99 at Amazon.com

[Chris Gohlke]

<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Harmony-Universal-Remote-Control/dp/B0003QER7S/ref=xs_gb_1_center-2_rw_uk_15575/002-6652732-3213647?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0X1VRYXC6ZH3DEVN2YVS&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_p=251571601&pf_rd_i=1' target='_blank'>http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Harmony-Universal-Remote-Control/dp/B0003QER7S/ref=xs_gb_1_center-2_rw_uk_15575/002-6652732-3213647?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0X1VRYXC6ZH3DEVN2YVS&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_p=251571601&pf_rd_i=1</a><br /><br /></div><img src="http://www.digitalmediathoughts.com/images/415G4T2QH0L._AA280_.jpg" /><br /><br />I have this remote and paid significantly more. I've been pretty happy with it, but know that it does take a bit of work to get it tweaked to do exactly what you want. Regardless, this is a great price for a great remote. It is Amazon's Gold Box deal for today, so it could sell out at any time, so if you are interested, don't delay.

[ptyork]

WOW! 8O That's a great deal. I love my 676. I think I'm going to order one so that I have a backup...

[Tim Williamson]

How does this compare to the newer models with the color screens? Is it easy enough to use by touch?

[Chris Gohlke]

You'll probably look at the buttons for the macros and such, but for routine operation, it is pretty easy without looking. When I purchased this model about a year ago, I carefully compared the button layouts of the different models. This one had the best placement of the volume and channel up/down keys, which are the most common ones I use, so that made my decision for me. I did find that it took a little work to tweak it just right, but I read in the Amazon forums that they have upgraded the web interface making it easier to use, so I might need to hook it up again to adjust a few settings.

[Tim Williamson]

Thanks for the info and the heads-up! I bought two, one for my dad who helped out a TON with my new house, and one for me (we can't find the remote for the TV). :oops: