No comments about Wolverine Data Remote Control Accessory.

5 comments about Logitech Harmony 659 Advanced Universal Remote Control - Refurbished.

1. I've had other "all-in-one" remotes but the Harmony is truly a quantum leap! By programming for activities rather than just devices, I can tell the remote what devices to turn on and control whether I'm watching cable, playing a DVD or using my Apple TV (yes, it also replaces the Apple TV remote!). And I can switch between activities without the TV power being cycled on and off and back on. Timing parameters are also taken into account so activities can be properly sequenced. I also like that the programming software is kept up to date with the newest devices and control "macros" and that I can customize the buttons.
   
   Except for the box, I can't tell that this is a refurb'ed item.
   
   Happy camper here. :-)



2. I love the original "peanut" shape of the remote, versus the newer square design of the 520, 550, 720 etc. It ergonomically fits in your hand much better and easier to maintain grip while accessing the various keys. I also prefer the raised and separated buttons as they are also more ergonomic and easier to access without looking due to the tactile feedback. The only thing is that it is missing the DVR A, B, C keys.



3. The only difference between this and the 670 are the button placement. Big deal! For almost a $100 difference I can deal with the DVD control buttons at the bottom.



4. Forget the all in one remotes you have seen before. This one is the real deal. The 659 is on the low end of the Harmony line but it uses the same software to set it up, just less buttons on the remote itself. This means a bit more menu hunting on the LCD if you have a complex home theater. I must say I have loved this remote, up until a couple of months ago the only down side I could find was how quick it would go through batteries (4 AAA) But you could probably extend that if you were willing to turn off the back light option.
   Over the past couple of years the remote has withstood a lot of use and abuse (I have a toddler) and recently several buttons have either stopped working altogether or only work intermittently. Luckily there is a work around for most buttons but now I am a bit wary of shelling out this much money again (though I got a deal on my first one.) It has been out several years but the price has never really dropped. I may have to though as I don't know if I can go through the "turn the tv on, switch to input 1, switch remotes, turn the receiver on, switch to dvd input, turn the dvd player on and now use this remote for volume and this one to push play" with my wife and child again. It was just one button on the 659, guess we are spoiled now.



5. I have three different Harmony remotes -- I'm a big fan. In fact, I pre-ordered this remote when I read an article about its upcoming release, because I was so excited about the prospect of a universal remote that actually worked. This remote has lived up to its promise.
   
   First, as I indicated above, I'm a big fan of Harmony Remotes. You can program them to do everything that any of your devices' IR remotes can do. In general, the dedicated buttons on the remote are enough to handle the tasks that you do 90% of the time. Less frequently used functions can be configured to appear on the LCD screen, which displays 4 (or 6 - it's configurable) items at a time, and can scroll. For really seldom-used functions, everything that the device's remote can do is accessible in "Device" mode.
   
   I have never had any trouble with the website's programming applets. Some folks hate them, but I'm not one of them. There have been occasions where I have had to try a configuration, and go back to tweak it, because it wasn't working exactly the way I wanted it to. I would rather do this on my computer, using the website's huge database of devices and IR codes, than to try to program it manually, the way I used to have to do with older universal remotes.
   
   I also do not have the problems that some other folks complain about where the device state gets out of sync. I always program my devices using what they call "discrete codes", where there's a different command for "On" and "Off", instead fo a single "Toggle Power" command, and different commands for TV input selection. I never have to try to find the discrete code settings, even if they're not provided by the device's original remote, because Logitech's online device database already has all of the discrete codes for all of my devices stored and ready for me to use.
   
   The Harmony 659, in particular, is a solid performer. The button layout is a little bit odd, in that the transport controls (Play, Stop, Pause, Rewinde, etc.) are all located all the way on the bottom. This can be a little awkward, but ithasn't really caused me too many problems. Also, they are laid out such that I don't have to think about which button is where - the button I'm looking for is always right where I think it ought to be, even though it's a bit of a reach for my thumb. This model does not have all of the buttons that are available in some of the more expensive models (when I was trying to use this for a DVR, I missed the "Skip Fwd" and "Skip Bkwd" buttons), but where I'm using it right now, it has all of the dedicated buttons I need.
   
   Overall, this is a solid remote, at the inexpensive end of the awesome Harmony line. I've recommended Harmony remotes to everyone who's faced remote problems. If your usage patterns require additional buttons that aren't provided on this model, there's almost certainly a model that has those buttons. For the room where we use this remote, it works great.

5 comments about iHome iH5 Remote Control (White).

1. I love the iH5 clock-radio. It's great to wake up to iPod music in the morning. However the remote (which I wound up getting separately for about $15 after shipping) has an annoying problem.
   
   The iPod play/pause button (on the top right) is extremely sketchy in how it works. It only sometimes turns off the iPod music past about 15 feet away (I know it's only "rated" at 10 feet) and then I have to "roll" my finger across the button. Maybe I have a defective model. The volume and track change buttons work perfectly from any distance, any angle as long as you are pointing it at the unit, so I'd expect the play/pause button to perform just as well, but it doesn't.
   
   I can still use the volume buttons to "turn off" the iPod music, but then the iPod is still playing songs.
   
   Overall worthwhile, but I'm thinking of returning mine and hoping this one is just defective.



2. I bought an ihome along with a remote on amazon a month or two ago. I f I hadn't wanted the remote, I could have payed about 15 or 20 dollars less and gotten one without it. But after about a month of use, my remote decided to stop working.At first I thought the battery was dead. So I tried a new battery. Didn't work. I even used a voltage meter on both batteries and learned that both were completely full and functional. I didn't drop the remote in any way that should have broken on it. I didn't step on it, spill anything on it, or throw it across the room. So I was rather upset when it stopped working. And there no way I can really return it. So now I want a remote but I'm unsure if I should order another.



3. This remote does what is claims to do, so there are no surprises, but it definitely could be improved. First, it's really picky directionally, so you have to actually point it directly at the clock radio, not easy when you're lying in bed. Secondly, the lack of a sleep function for dozing off at night is for me a glaring omission; who wants to get up out of bed once they start to get sleepy or finish reading just to turn on the sleep feature?



4. The buttons don't have that clicky button feel, so you press and you're like "did it go?"... The labels are hard to read, icons take a little figuring out. Honestly I use it for turning on/off, and if I want to do anything else I go up to the iHome to adjust it.



5. It works well, I just wish it could navigate through the iPod's menu. To change albums you have to physically do it on the iPod itself. Otherwise it just does volume and playback controls. It works, not much else.

3 comments about Terk Technologies LF-UNIV Leapfrog Universal Remote Control Range Extender.

1. It works great, as long as the base unit is pointed directly at the components. If something moves it even a few degrees out of line, it needs to be adjusted before it works again. Because the base unit is very light, it's easy to move out of alignment.

   Our transmitter broke the first time it was dropped. When we checked, replacement/extra transmitters were not available.




2. We have had one of these for years and love it. It lets us control our components from anywhere in the house. The receiving part of it does have to have part pointing at the componets, just like any remote requires. But the sending portion can go anywhere. We have all of ours in a closet and have fixed the receiver to point at the components and it works wonderfully. So, if you dont want to have to stand in from of things to get the remotes to work, this is what you need. It is also VERY durable. Ours was dropped at least 100 times and just kept on working.



3. This is the second Leapfrog I've owned. I use one for my receiver upstairs and the other for the receiver downstairs - mostly to control volume through outdoor speakers while I'm on the patio outside. It works very well sending a signal through walls and such, though sometimes you have to search a bit for an optimal place to position the receiver for the signal indoors. My only slight complaint is that the design for the bit that is supposed to fit via. velcro on the remote control seems to never fit properly, at least for the remotes on which I use it. I've had to tape them to both receivers to get them to stay on properly. But, that's a minor complaint. Mostly I've been very satisfied with my leapfrogs.

1 comments about Giant Universal Remote Control.

1. Very easy to set up with my television, surround sound and dvd player. Guests always comment on it and I never have to worry about losing it.

No comments about Dish Network Remote 3.2 IR.

5 comments about 20" Wind Tunnel W Remote.

1. I have now had this fan for a couple of very hot summer months and I still love it. The fan features 3 speeds, a timer, and a remote control; it also has an adjustable tilt from top to bottom. It is loud and it lacks an oscillating mode, however, these are the ONLY faults I can find with this fan. It is powerful and a very effective and efficient cooler. On high, I can feel it from at least 25 feet. For the money, ($33 at Walmart), I could not find a better fan!



2. The fan features 3 speeds, a timer, and a remote control; it also has an adjustable tilt from top to bottom. It is loud and it lacks an oscillating mode, however, these are the ONLY faults I can find with this fan. It is powerful and a very effective and efficient cooler. On high, I can feel it from at least 25 feet. For the money, ($33 at Walmart), I could not find a better fan! Go for it.



3. PROS:
   - Nice powerful fan generates strong breeze
   - convenient with remote
   
   CONS:
   - noisy
   - the only downfall is that it doesn't oscillate
   
   Misc:
   Large fan but lightweight
   Basic Remote (Power, Fan Speed, and Timer function)



4. I read a few review on this fan and I have only had it for a few hours. Some people complain about the beep it makes when you change from Hi to Low. I don't know what they are complaining about. It makes a noise, but it's not irritating. Someone else said that it was loud. If it's on full blast. It's a little loud. Who cares! It rocks as far as power. Oh by the way the complains are not Necessarily on Amazon. I looked all over. With me this is the best fan I have ever owned and I do have one industrial one. This one has it beat. Plus the remote. Very sweet.



5. My wife and I live in a third floor, attic apartment where we can't have an AC because it would burn the house down, and this fan works wonders on hot summer days. We've had the fan for three years now and just bought a second one a few days ago, so we could have one in the bedroom and the living room. It's really powerful and gets the air circulating much better than even a oscillating fan, I think. Plus, you can't beat the price.
   
   As far as it being noisy: High speed is loud, but we rarely if ever have had the need to set the fan above the low setting. (Medium and High really do create a wind tunnel.) Also, we became so used to the sound of the fan that we have slept with it on every single night since we bought it, even in winter, and it still works great. I highly recommend it.

2 comments about Dynatron Miracle Remote for JVC TVs - MR140.

1. Wow, what a great replacement for the original JVC remote. My set is almost 16 years old and my dog decided to pull off all the buttons (over time) on the remote! After searching the JVC site and not seeing anything available due to the age of the set (which works great), I checked on the Amazon site and found exactly what I needed.
   
   Very easy to use with all the same functions. Mistake proof!



2. I had been through hell trying to program a different universal remote - it never worked. This remote made my day at first - it worked immediately. The up/down arrow keys on this "Miracle" remote only got me a few channels (skipped a bunch), so I have to punch in the channel numbers manually, but I could deal with that. Well the buttons got harder and harder to push and now I can only watch channels with the numbers 3,6,9 and sometimes 5s if I'm really lucky. I thought I'd be able to exchange it, but the company's policy is only 90 days I think and I'm just past that of course.
   
   Bottom line - this cheesy piece of plastic turns into landfill material and will sit around on this planet for way too long compared to its actual lifespan! Not worth the aggravation either.

No comments about One for All University of Texas Logo and Colors on 4 Device Universal Remote Control.

2 comments about Kameleon 8-in-1 Universal Touch Screen Remote Control.

1. Eats batteries like a fiend. Never could get it to work properly with all my devices. Junk!



2. Pros: Impressive (you'll get a couple "wow" or "cool"), Remote Finder, works well if you can get it working, Learn Feature, Macro Feature, able to download new codes.
   Cons:
   Like Most Universal remotes it doesn't have proper codes for every device, and it has the learn function (point an old remote at it and it can learn a new command) it doesn't always work (Depending on the remote).
   The Face Changing per device is cool but it doesn't always have the buttons you need.
   However you can work around it.
   First call their tech support, if you have a newer device they can Upgrade your remote over the phone (download an mp3 or hold your LAND line phone next to it and it hears beeps and downloads a new code, like i said very cool)
   But you'll still find some things not able to learn.
   
   Example Problems and solutions:
   My cable box code didn't come w/ the replay button and it couldn't learn it, i found out [Page -] is also the rewind button, i used a feature on the remote to 'copy' it to the rewind button.
   There is no [Day -] or [Day +] buttons. However i found out when viewing the grid on my cable box, Play and Stop do the same function.
   My Audio Receiver has different inputs and the remote had no buttons for it. But Since i didn't need the 4 arrows for my audio receiver, i just had each directional arrow learn a different input. (IE Up is TV, Left is PS3, right is Record Player, Down is Aux input)
   
   So if you're lucky you can get this working. The Battery life is short, but turn off the tilt Sensor (lights up under ANY movement, its too sensitive) and it doubles your battery. (Just press anywhere on the face instead to light it up and view buttons) The remote wont stay on when using it when the batteries start going by the way.