Logitech Harmony 950, a remote with which to control all your devices [ANALYSIS]

In our homes we have more and more devices, and these devices are getting smarter. However, all this brings a significant problem, despite the fact that many brands are beginning to adapt to voice recognition and virtual assistant technology, there are still many devices that require a remote for convenience reasons.

In this analysis we are going to talk precisely about the controls, or rather, the command. One device, the Stay with us and discover what makes the Logitech Harmony 950 so special and why it is for some the best universal remote on the market.

We are undoubtedly facing a universal command, but which aims to be much more than that, to reach the levels of excellence it takes advantage of different connectivity and compatibility technologies, More than 270.000 devices assures the firm that it is capable of controlling the Logitech Harmony 950, of up to 6.000 different brands, which allows us to replace up to fifteen controls in our home simultaneously, does anyone give more? It's clear that comfort pays, and the price of the Logitech Harmony 950 attests to that.

Design: "Premium" design and materials for a high-end product

• Size: 19,2 5,4 cm x x 2,9
• Weight: 163,8 grams
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802,11 g / n
• Compatibility: iOS, Android, Windows 7-10 and macOS X 10.7 onwards

We must consider that we are facing the high-end of the universal controls. For all this we find ourselves on the front with a 2,4-inch color screen, which obviously has a touch panel, which unfortunately is resistive and not capacitive, but it has its logic. And the fact is that this part of the front is built in methacrylate, not in glass, the reason is obvious, we are mainly dealing with a remote control, the possibilities of it falling to the ground or being handled carelessly are many, in this case more resistant is better, firms like Nintendo know this well, who choose for their consoles with the same protective mechanism when manufacturing.

Right at the top of the screen we have the universal "off" button, although we can also take advantage of any off button on the touch screen. While below we have two virtual or touch buttons, one for the range of devices that we have added to the Harmony 950 and another for the activities or workflow that we have previously configured, one of its star features.

The rest of the buttons are backlit and it has the wide range that one would expect from a remote that must control a whole multimedia range. The fact that the motion sensor that it has activates the backlight when touching the remote is a very welcome aspect.

Technical characteristics: A little bit of absolutely everything

In this remote we have infrared, it is clear that it is the classic and effective method.or. However, compatibility with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi It is what will allow us to address devices from Sotos, Samsung and a huge range of firms that manufacture smart and connected home products, therefore, this will not be the command of the house or the command of the living room, we are at the command of the home.

It has a rechargeable battery with a more than remarkable autonomy, we have been able to use it for more than a week on a single charge. Meanwhile, the task is notably easier if we take into account that the product includes a circular charging base made of plastic with Jet Black detail (lacquered-glossy black) that will look more than good in our living room. Another detail to take into account is that this battery that we mentioned is replaceable, and in addition, Logitech ensures that it provides 20% more autonomy than the rest of the range, that is, we are before the Cream of the Cream. However, if we want, we can load it with its microUSB connection, which in turn serves to synchronize it with its configuration program for desktop systems.

Use experience: A high-end remote requires a high-end home

The initial setup can be somewhat tedious, you must connect your Harmony to a desktop system and use the management and search system to add compatible devices, which are not few. In my house it has been able to manage the Samsung TV, the Sony soundbar, the Sonos speaker and some other gadget, although the PlayStation 4 resists it a lot, although through Samsung televisions for example you can skip this restriction.

On the other hand, the touch screen that is also customizable allows you to adjust the buttons to your liking, while in the case of television you It even shows the channels with its icon so that you can access them in a very attractive and comfortable way, sincerely it is what I have fallen in love with the most, compatible even with Movistar +.

On the other hand, we must bear in mind that it is a high-end remote, which requires a home with products at the same level as the remote control in order to get the performance that can be expected from such a product, it is not made for a standard user, since in this case, its cons and complications far outweigh its "pros." Thus, It is a product that you should not buy out of pleasure, but out of necessity, because you have so much technology that it overwhelms you.

Editor's opinion

 

We are facing one of the best universal controls on the market, I have no doubt and I say it as I think it, it only has one problem, the price. Like other brands, they know that they do not manufacture a product that is democratized or designed for all audiences, the one that needs it is because they have countless devices in their home, and that cast of users is undoubtedly willing to pay for it, you are?

You can buy the Logitech Harmony 950 for approximately 172 euros on Amazon, although its usual price is up to 279 euros, or a version accompanied by a Controller Hub that will cost you approximately fifty euros more. If you need something like this, this is the best the market can offer you.