Logitech's Harmony 1100 remote is more touchscreen, less buttons

Logitech's last Harmony launch was of the subtle and sneaky variety, but there's nothing at all quiet about this one. The big, bold and brash Harmony 1100 is showing itself here in Las Vegas, and the primary selling point is the customizable, 3.5-inch QVGA full-color touchscreen. Rather than getting your buttons all gummed up with pizza grease, you can now smear a nice, innocent panel as you attempt to alter volume and change channels. As expected, the unit packs a rechargeable battery and RF capabilities, and the guided online setup should make programming a lesson in simplicity. Can't wait to get your own? Tough luck, 'cause this one's not shipping to the US and Europe until next month for $499.99.

[Via Electronic House]

[erwos Posted Jan 6th 2009 11:52AM]

Sure you do. And this remote will work just fine with it.

[Arkenklo Posted Jan 6th 2009 11:55AM]

Did'nt I see this in some magazine like 2 years ago?

[robungar Posted Jan 6th 2009 12:12PM]

what is the difference between this and the 1000? how about they put RF in the ONE first?

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 6th 2009 12:45PM]

I had a table top remote once. I then realized how terrible touchscreens are, and have never bought another device with one.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 6th 2009 1:23PM]

totally agree with u. the older marantz receiver i had came with an rc-5000 remote. as cool as it was to look at... i found it completely useless when operating my components. every couch potato known to man has every button memorized to death. all u do is simply feel for the correct button without taking your eyes off the tv. with these remotes, it is impossible to do.

[Cameronie Posted Jan 6th 2009 1:25PM]

am i the only one that hates this design?

[dgtlman Posted Jan 6th 2009 2:34PM]

I don't see any less buttons then the Harmony 1000. In fact, I don't see much difference other then the color?