I first discovered customizable remotes ~10 years ago. I started with Harmony, then switched to URC. I came to love being able to customize remotes and home automation to my unique needs and interests. Eventually I settled on an MX-980, which was by far my favorite. I used to control almost all my home automation tech, which is listed below. I was quite happy with this setup and have been using it for years. During these years, I haven't been tracking what has changed and what new products have been released. Tech can change quite quickly, so it's likely there are new products that I may enjoy even more or may better match my setup and interests.
What remotes would you recommend I consider as an upgrade from MX-980? Or would I get little benefit from anything new and better to stick with the current setup?
Remote Features I'd like -Fully programmable.. ideally including including macros, states/conditional, timer, and graphics, like my MX-980. If any more complex or advanced programming features are available in other remotes, I'd likely appreciate and use them. I'd also to be able to own and use a copy of the software. -Option to link to Android/Smartphone -Mostly hard buttons, rather than clicking screens -Backlight -Learning IF -Some type of remote RF options, best if compatible with my existing URC setup -Some way to control my Fire Stick -Rectangular shape, such that I can rest it on side of recliner without falling off (I put traction tape on bottom of my MX-980, so it doesn't slip) -Rechargable battery -Learning from wireless Internet -Support for new products that do not currently exist, including updates to existing IR database
Equipment That I'd Like To Control Room 1 -- TV, DVR, Blu-ray, Lutron lighting, Fire stick (Fire stick not currently controlled by MX-980, not sure if there is a RF option?) Room 2 -- Projector, DVR, Blu-ray, Receiver, Lutron Lighting Room 3 -- TV, DVR, Blu-ray, Lutron Lighting
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