RCA RCU1010 Universal 9 Device Touch Screen Remote Control Review

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(More customer reviews)I don't understand everyone else's negative reviews about the learning feature of this remote. For most of my components it took a little extra time and patience, but it got there eventually. The most trouble I had was with my Apex DVD player; the remote preset code wouldn't work and I had to program each button individually. The functions were "forgotten" a few times, but I patiently kept reprogramming and now it finally seems to have stuck. Sure, if I had paid a ridiculous amount for it, this would be unacceptable, but you ALWAYS get what you pay for. I've learned that lesson time and time again.
When I tried programming a second DVD player onto Aux, it screwed up the main player's settings. I haven't tried it again since successfully getting the first to stay in there. There are 4 Audio buttons which unfortunately only offer soft keys suited for audio operation, not adaptable to DVD players. So for now I'm holding onto my lesser-used player's remote.
The pros:
Programming wasn't difficult, I don't think I even bothered reading the manual.
I like that the permanent hard keys are play, FF, rewind, as I need those for 3 of the 5 components I am operating. The prior touchscreen remote I tried (Sima) had those as soft keys, which was annoying.
The response time for the keys seems adequate.
The blue-lit screen looks very high-tech and buttons aren't too hypersensitive about hitting the wrong one.
I love the punch-through feature for the volume keys. On the Sima I had to constantly switch back to TV to change volume.
The touchscreen material makes it very easy to wipe fingerprints off. Keeps it looking newer longer.
I love the PDA look of the unit.
I love FINALLY having only one remote on the coffee table, rather than two or three.
The cons:
The biggest con I can see is the placement of the hard keys. Being at the bottom, it is impossible to use this with only one hand. Would have been better to reverse hard keys and touchscreen (or provided longer hand grip underneath hard keys).
Not able to relabel soft keys for special functions. But from what I have read, only the top-of-the-line models let you do this. Again, you get what you pay for.
Kind of silly to have a "mute" button so prominently placed in the center of the hard keys. Our family never uses it. I wish it could have been reprogrammed for an important Tivo function instead.
Backlight doesn't stay on long enough, and impossible to see screen in the dark without it. Time will tell what kind of wear this puts on the batteries.
Overall I'd say this is a great value for the price. Some people who are more demanding with higher expectations might want to look at higher end units, though.
****EDIT****: 9 months later the remote has forgotten all my codes repeatedly and now nothing will stick. It's back to operating only the TV. Guess you have to pay top dollar to have a remote that is really and truly universal. Subtract 3 of those stars.

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This unique universal remote control transmitscommands to your entertainment system with both IR and RF signalssimultaneously. RF transmissions allow this remote to operate up to 9 componentsin your home entertainment system without direct line of sight. RF signalstransmit up to 100 feet/30.5 meters* -- through walls, floors, ceilings, even toyour patio outdoors! The Universal Learning Remote with Touchscreen and Built-inRF Transmitter offers the ultimate in control and flexibility for your homeentertainment system. *Up to 100 feet/30.5meters, dependent upon homeconstruction. The RCU1010RF includes one universal learning remote withtouchscreen and a remote sender cone.

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Wireless USB IR PC MCE Remote Control with laser pointer for PC Laptop, windows media center suppot with Windows 7 Vista w/ Wireless mouse functions (up to 33ft) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the absolute worst remote control that I have ever owned or operated. I spent $13.00 on this remote and $7.00 for shipping. The remote came with a dead battery so I had to go to Radio Shack and spend $5.00 plus tax on a Lithium CR 2025 battery. After investing $25.00 into a this remote control and struggling to comprehend the instructions that were written in broken English, I quickly discovered that the remote not only works intermittently, but only works within two feet of the usb receiver which renders it worthless for the purpose for which it is intended. This product is virtually worthless. I looks like I got what I paid for. I suggest to anyone looking for a computer remote control to spend at least $50 to get a remote control that actually works.

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Description:This computer remote control will chage the traditional stiff rigid model of operation.So that you feel comfortable and considerate operation of a new experience, far away from the sreen, away from the radiation. Away from the shackles of your keyboard and mouse,now you can rest comfortable on the sofa and enjoy the comfort of your remote control to feel it; the use of computer remote control,you can enjoy music , play cd, player control, track selection.photo shows, slide shows, network television movie,adjust volume, mute, Shut down all conventional ¡°entertainment¡± of computer operation.
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Packages include:1.Computer Remote control2 . USB infrared Receiver3.User manual

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NuForce MCE RF Wireless Remote Control for Microsoft Windows Review

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(More customer reviews)I've bought and tried many different RF devices for use on a Win7 HTPC (Home Theater PC). This particular one is now my primary control device. The mouse is easy to use, it has a volume control, and several custom buttons including one to launch Media Center. Overall, it does all a remote like this can do having no keyboard. As long as it doesn't die in the next year - I'll be happy with it! If it DOES die - I will revise this review... So far so good...

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Genie GICT390-1BL One-Button Remote Control with Intellicode Review

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(More customer reviews)The remote works as advertised.
The manual has programming directions (press "program" button on your garage opener, press the remote two times, you're done).
The four little rectangles arond the remote are a plastic sleeve that can be reversed to cover the button, so it won't accidentally open your garage from your pocket.
There's a tiny hole that lights up red when you press the button, so you know that the battery is good.
Comes with battery already installed.
The keyring was a little tough to attach.

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Universal Remote Control, Multi-Brand Use, (Operates up to 4 Components, Including TV, VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver, and DVD or AUX), RCU404, by RCA Review

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(More customer reviews)This is waste money, I have wasted lot money on reversal remote and they work for a while they give out. this remote I couldn't program it to my Toshiba DVD Recorder because the code was to new. Stick with the unit remote then adding these remotes.

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Noah Company MediaGate GP-IR02BK Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows Vista Ultimate MCE Remote Control, 2 Channel IR (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This remote seems to work well for the basic MCE functionality, but it has some issues that hamper its usability (for me.)
First, the "learning" feature that's been mentioned elsewhere. The MS remote for MCE has the ability to "learn" to turn your TV on/off, and to adjust the volume on your stereo (or TV.) This remote mentions such a feature in the manual ("if available"), but the version sold here doesn't actually have this feature. Having to juggle three remotes gets cumbersome, especially when the "standard" MCE remote doesn't have this problem.
Second is response time. As implied in my previous paragraph, I also have an MS MCE remote. The MS remote/receiver is quite responsive. With this remote you have to hold down each button longer for it to "register" as a button-click with the receiver. At first I thought it was an issue with the remote itself, but I later realized it's an issue with the receiver. (The receiver that came with this remote will work with the MS remote, but it still has a "sluggish" response time. No such issue if I go back to the MS receiver.) If you're used to clicking through menus (or commercials) quickly, this gets aggravating because it doesn't register some of your clicks.
Finally, this remote is extremely lightweight. It has no heft to it. This might actually be a good thing if it weren't for the learning issue, but since I'm not actually using the remote for its intended purpose, this means I can't even use it as a paperweight on my coffee table.

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3-pack Wireless Remote Control Outlet Switch 1200 watt 100 Feet Review

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(More customer reviews)Having purchased similar items from another manufacturer in the past, I was surprised to find that the item ships batteries not included. The range is also noticeably less than that of the competing product that I have purchased- I usually have to click the button two or three times just to switch the lights across the room. Also, the oversized outlet takes up two plug spaces. On the plus side, the product is much cheaper than competitors, considering that you get separate control of three different outlets with one remote. With the competitor's product, you'd have to buy three packages and juggle three remotes, so if you want separate control of multiple outlets from one remote, this is definitely the way to go.
UPDATE 2/8/11 ------------------------------------
This product didn't last very long before it stopped working. I'd recommend other alternatives. There's a reason this product is so cheap relative to the competition.

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Next Generation Remote Control Extender Review

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(More customer reviews)Next Generation Remote Control Extender
I had a need to remote control my TiVo HD and DVD player that are located inside a closed cabinet. I tried to use an inexpensive RF remote control but I hated the remote and there is a significant amount of lag when I push the button on the remote. Sometimes the component didn't register the command at all. Very frustrating.
I did a little more research on how to control my components that were hidden inside this cabinet and I ran across this Next Generation Remote Control Extender. At first I thought this was the same thing as those stupid X-10 Pyramid remote extenders or IR repeaters, but as I read more about it I realized this was something different. In short, this system will allow you to convert your standard remote into a powerful RF remote. This is a very unique solution.
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