Well, I have always paid quite a bit of attention to this remote since I first heard about it and now with the software about to be released I don't think I can live without one. However, over Christmas I got to see one up close and personal for the first time. Everything was pretty much as I expected except for the brightness. I know the contrast can be adjusted but I was sort of disappointed with how clear the LCD screen was given a bright room. Now when my home theater is on I am sure you can see the remote great but what about when the lights are on for casual listening. Has anyone found that seeing the icons is difficult? Are there any other adjustments other than contrast to help out with bright lighting?