This Logitech Harmony 915-000194 smart control lets you use your compatible Apple® iPhone®, iPod® touch or iPad® or Android device to control up to 8 components for simple, multifunction use.
This is one sweet remote system. It allows you to use your smart phone or tablet as a remote in addition to the included mini remote. Since the mini remote uses rf and the IOS and Android devices use WiFi, you dont even have to point the remote at the hub. At first I thought the number buttons on the mini remote were too small, but as soon as I got out of the habit of pointing the remote at the TV and started holding it upright I realized the size was not a problem. The only gripe I can come up with is that if you select "Watch TV" with the mini remote and then decide you want to use the iPad to select a favorite channel, the iPad app doesn't know the tv is already on. You have to press "Watch TV" on the iPad to get to the correct screen. It's only a minor gripe since it just means one more button press, but it would be nice if the app could automatically synch with the current activity status. I highly recommend this remote!
My Best Buy number: 0028503811
My Best Buy number: 0028503811
What's great about it: Mini remote plus IOS and Android apps for smart phones