Thanx,

I've considered the Prestigo as well, but it's a pain to my eyes......

Laurent.

Well at least with the logitech you get the configuration software and online help if your devices aren't supported "out of the box". My pal has a Logitech (although he doesn't have B&O equipment) and the help/support service helped him to configure his device for non-supported equipment (sending new files via email etc). He was very inpressed.

It also does "macro commands" whereby a single button selection will configure the TV, satellite system, surround sound system etc to suit your requirements.

It suits his needs perfectly.

The Harmony will be a pain to your brain. At least avoid the 1000, you'll thank me for it.

You might want to consider the step up from Prestigo by Philips, Pronto, if you want a real high-function kit.

I'm very happy with my Prestigo, and I'm using it in the dark. Actually doesn't look that bad.
 

I can't really speak to other universal remotes specifically, but I would recommend putting off any high dollar purchases until the Beo 5 is fully mature. The Beo 5, like the iPhone, is essentially a vehicle for software, which will undoubtedly change and mature with time.

Beyond that nebulous statement, though, we do know a few things:

3rd party communication is possible. It may be a full year before serious development begins, but it will. There is no question.

End-user access is coming. Again, this may be a while, but it is planned. At this point the Beo 5 is more a new concept than a new product, like the BeoMedia. As they mature, development will roll on more quickly and more comprehensively. Right now having programmed quite a few remotes, the software is remarkably easy for people who understand how the Beo 4 "works" (I don't mean what buttons to press, I mean literally what it's saying to the products). It's highly graphical and drag & drop simple. Like I said though, all the GUIs and dragging & dropping in the world doesn't make people understand the nuts and bolts of the Beo 4, which is currently what's required for anything beyond basic programming and channel icons. This will change though, just be patient!

Hopefully this helps. None of this info is really top secret, but it's also nothing that B&O want to put firm dates on yet.

Good luck! 

Hello,

Doesn't B&O remote control uses a slightly different IR beam than conventional remote controls (I thought I read somewhere?) Are the Logitech and Philips able to be programmed to emit Beo4 compatible IR signals?

Thanks.

Beomud