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The editors liked
Easy to setup
Program guide displayed on remote
Easy to read LCD screen and buttons
Connects to Internet
Universal remote with Wi-Fi connectivity
Controls up to 255 devices
Allows for activity-based automated macros
Handy program guide displayed on built-in color screen
Click365 service delivers weather
Sports
And news straight to remote.
The editors didn't like
400 MSRP for a remote control
Bigger than most remotes
Learning curve getting used to remote
Device and activity setup is rough
Remote is overly large and not terribly ergonomic
Wi-Fi features couldve been better integrated into device setup
The ARRU449 represents an excellent value if you're in the market for a universal smart remote. The built-in Wi-Fi and color LCD take this remote to the next level of convenience. You can spend your time enjoying this remote, rather than programming it...
Abstract: Access to news, sports, weather, and Amazon Top 10 lists , Many components are not available in the built-in database , Electronic Program Guide updates via home Wi-Fi network Acceptance Factor From the waist down, Acoustic Research’s ARRU449 looks...
Published: 2008-03-24, Author: Jeff , review by: cnet.com
Universal remote with Wi-Fi connectivity; controls up to 255 devices; allows for activity-based automated macros; handy program guide displayed on built-in color screen; click365 service delivers weather, sports, and news straight to remote.
Device and activity setup is rough; remote is overly large and not terribly ergonomic; Wi-Fi features couldve been better integrated into device setup; menu occasionally lags.
The Acoustic Research Universal Smart Remote works well once youve managed to set it up, but it cannot replace the easy-to-use experience with that of a Harmony remote.
Easy to setup, Program guide displayed on remote, Easy to read LCD screen and buttons, Connects to Internet
400 MSRP for a remote control, Bigger than most remotes, Learning curve getting used to remote
Ive only had the remote since November 29, 2007, but my first impression regarding Acoustic Research Universal Smart Remote control, model ARRU449, is that this device is a wonderful marriage of technology and usability. The remote needs a wireless Wi...
