Logitech Harmony One

The Logitech Harmony One is a programmable universal remote with a color touch screen. As with most remotes in this genre, the interface is organized by activity (DVD, TV, etc.) with one-touch access to each. You can connect the Harmony One to your PC or Mac with its included USB cable to download device codes from Logitech's online database.

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MSRP $250.00
Release date February, 2008
Brand Logitech
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6 negative

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Rechargeable using included cradle
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Full-color touch screen
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Configurable using your computer via USB
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supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands
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Activity based input; one touch to watch TV, Blu-ray, Xbox 360, etc.
+4agreedisagree

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Ergonomically designed with a comfortable feel
+4agreedisagree

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Sculpted backlit buttons so you can use the remote in the dark
+3agreedisagree

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Large buttons
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The size and look of a traditional remote with a colour touch screen and all-in-one functionality
+2agreedisagree

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convenient help feature automatically checks the settings for the activity and fixes it - useful when the tv is set to the wrong input, etc so you don't need to go through the touchscreen settings to find the input button
+1agreedisagree

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charging cradle is also stylish
+1agreedisagree

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you can configure most settings and include even the most insignificant buttons from your original remote controls in the device settings on the touchscreen
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keys are well laid out
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Decent price: can be found for less than $200
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At least 50 ft range with line of sight
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No RF support
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Display flickers
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TV stations are difficult to configure, require images in a specific resolution and format. No database available.
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reacts a bit slow
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weirdely shaped, not very elegant
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Does not support channel icons like Philips SRT 9320
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No smooth animations
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glossy finish attracts fingerprints
+1agreedisagree

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touchscreen sometimes reacts slow when you are scrolling side to side through options
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touchscreen options need to be pressed very precisely, especially the L/R arrows (difficult if you have large fingers)
+1agreedisagree

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No colour buttons (red / green / yellow / blue)
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Cheap design
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Hard to setup and configure
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Features

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  • One-touch access to your entertainment: Enjoy easy, one-touch access to the home-entertainment activities you love. Want to watch a DVD? One simple press of the touch screen and the Harmony One remote does the rest.
  • Replaces up to 15 remotes: Reduce the clutter and complexity of your living room.
  • Full-color touch screen: Gives you easy, one-touch access to any entertainment activity—such as watching a DVD, watching TV, listening to music, and more.
  • Sculpted, backlighted buttons in logical zones: Allow you to find the right channel—even in the dark.
  • Ergonomic design: Fits comfortably in your hand.
  • Rechargeable design: Eliminates the worry about replacing batteries.
  • Guided online setup: Helps you when you need it. You don’t have to be an expert. Helpful online setup software. Live customer support team.
  • World’s largest A/V control database: Be confident your Harmony remote can control virtually any home-entertainment device you have today or buy tomorrow. Online database supports more than 225,000 devices from more than 5,000 brands – and the list grows larger every day.

System Requirements

PC:

  • Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista
  • USB port
  • CD-ROM drive
  • Internet access

Mac:

  • Macintosh OS X 10.3 or later
  • USB port
  • CD-ROM drive
  • Internet access

Package Contents

  • Harmony One remote control
  • Charging station
  • USB cable
  • AC adapter
  • Lithium-ion battery
  • Installation CD
  • Installation guide
  • 1-year limited hardware warranty

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Pros
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Erik

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August 8, 2008
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Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen
  • Configurable using your computer via USB
  • Activity based input; one touch to watch TV, Blu-ray, Xbox 360, etc.
  • Ergonomically designed with a comfortable feel
  • Sculpted backlit buttons so you can use the remote in the dark
  • Large buttons
  • The size and look of a traditional remote with a colour touch screen and all-in-one functionality
  • Decent price: can be found for less than $200
  • At least 50 ft range with line of sight

Cons

  • No RF support

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yvedb

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April 29, 2009
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2 pros
4 cons
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands

Cons

  • Display flickers
  • TV stations are difficult to configure, require images in a specific resolution and format. No database available.
  • reacts a bit slow
  • weirdely shaped, not very elegant

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Jan

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February 22, 2008
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ProSCORE
67
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2 pros
1 con
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Full-color touch screen
  • supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands

Cons

  • No RF support

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Alfa_rulez!

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May 7, 2009
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ProSCORE
18
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2 pros
9 cons
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Configurable using your computer via USB

Cons

  • No RF support
  • Display flickers
  • TV stations are difficult to configure, require images in a specific resolution and format. No database available.
  • reacts a bit slow
  • weirdely shaped, not very elegant
  • Does not support channel icons like Philips SRT 9320
  • No smooth animations
  • Cheap design
  • Hard to setup and configure

Did you find this review helpful?
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ralli

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June 5, 2009
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ProSCORE
73
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positive
11 pros
4 cons
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Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen
  • Configurable using your computer via USB
  • supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands
  • Activity based input; one touch to watch TV, Blu-ray, Xbox 360, etc.
  • Ergonomically designed with a comfortable feel
  • Large buttons
  • convenient help feature automatically checks the settings for the activity and fixes it - useful when the tv is set to the wrong input, etc so you don't need to go through the touchscreen settings to find the input button
  • charging cradle is also stylish
  • you can configure most settings and include even the most insignificant buttons from your original remote controls in the device settings on the touchscreen
  • keys are well laid out

Cons

  • Display flickers
  • glossy finish attracts fingerprints
  • touchscreen sometimes reacts slow when you are scrolling side to side through options
  • touchscreen options need to be pressed very precisely, especially the L/R arrows (difficult if you have large fingers)

Did you find this review helpful?
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FordFocus

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May 7, 2009
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ProSCORE
18
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2 pros
9 cons
have ithave it

Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen

Cons

  • No RF support
  • Display flickers
  • TV stations are difficult to configure, require images in a specific resolution and format. No database available.
  • reacts a bit slow
  • weirdely shaped, not very elegant
  • Does not support channel icons like Philips SRT 9320
  • No smooth animations
  • Cheap design
  • Hard to setup and configure

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dphunk02

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September 30, 2008
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ProSCORE
100
negative
mixed
positive
11 pros
0 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen
  • Configurable using your computer via USB
  • supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands
  • Activity based input; one touch to watch TV, Blu-ray, Xbox 360, etc.
  • Ergonomically designed with a comfortable feel
  • Sculpted backlit buttons so you can use the remote in the dark
  • Large buttons
  • The size and look of a traditional remote with a colour touch screen and all-in-one functionality
  • Decent price: can be found for less than $200
  • At least 50 ft range with line of sight

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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amos

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December 17, 2008
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ProSCORE
100
negative
mixed
positive
9 pros
0 cons
have ithave it
love itlove it
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen
  • Configurable using your computer via USB
  • supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands
  • Activity based input; one touch to watch TV, Blu-ray, Xbox 360, etc.
  • Ergonomically designed with a comfortable feel
  • Sculpted backlit buttons so you can use the remote in the dark
  • Large buttons
  • The size and look of a traditional remote with a colour touch screen and all-in-one functionality

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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kamleshnanda

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October 16, 2008
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ProSCORE
100
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mixed
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7 pros
0 cons
love itlove it
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Rechargeable using included cradle
  • Full-color touch screen
  • Configurable using your computer via USB
  • Activity based input; one touch to watch TV, Blu-ray, Xbox 360, etc.
  • Ergonomically designed with a comfortable feel
  • Sculpted backlit buttons so you can use the remote in the dark
  • The size and look of a traditional remote with a colour touch screen and all-in-one functionality

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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meNNis

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July 2, 2008
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ProSCORE
50
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1 pro
1 con
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0 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • supports more than 225 000 devices from more than 5 000 brands

Cons

  • No RF support

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