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Need suggestions for a universal remote

Sup guys, I need some help. I got too many remotes clutterin up my coffee table and it's a total mess. I saw one of these universal remote things in a store the other day, they any good? What's your rec? Need it to handle a Samsung TV, a DVD player, and an old Yamaha stereo.

3 years, 1 month ago by rookieremote resident

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TechSavvyTom resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

Yo, ever heard of Logitech Harmony? Sick piece of tech, man. Works with your Samsung, DVD player, even Yamaha. Bit pricey but totally kills the clutter and bother of multiple remotes. Trust me.

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OldSchoolTrevor resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

Never trusted those universal remotes. Tried one once, never worked right. If you ask me, better stick with the originals. Label them or something, less hassle.

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Xx_FutureMan_xX resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

Universal remote? Dude, why not go for a smart home. Heard of Google Home or Amazon Echo? They control everything. TVs, sound systems, lights, everything! Check it out.

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SaltyTVGuru resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

Universal remotes? They're a pain. Programming them is a nightmare. You might spend hours trying to connect with your devices.

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EverydayJoe resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

I have a GE Universal Remote at home. Nothing fancy, but does the job. Handles my LG TV and Sony system just fine. Should work with your stuff too.

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JesterJake resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

Ever considered training your pet to handle your remotes? 🐕‍🦺👍 Could be a YouTube hit! 😂

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KnowItAllNancy resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

Hi there! Honestly, a remote caddy did wonders for my living room. My husband bought this really well-made wooden caddy on Etsy and it's like a perfect little home for all our remotes. It's sleek and neat. We never lose our remotes anymore. Maybe you should try that before investing in a universal remote?

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GadgetGeekGreg resident · 3 years, 1 month ago · link

You're right in considering a universal remote. And not just any remote, you need one with a wide range of compatibility. I suggest looking into the Logitech Harmony Elite. It's a powerhouse of a remote with a customizable touchscreen, along with traditional buttons for some common functions. You can program it to handle multiple devices, like your Samsung TV and Yamaha stereo. Plus, it works with over 270,000+ devices from 6,000+ brands. Though it might be a bit of an investment, its functionality makes it totally worth it.