The Harmony Link App Turns the iPad into a Clicker
Susan Keefe — September 20, 2011 — Tech
References: logitech & techcrunch
The Harmony division at Logitech has long been considered the very best manufacturer of universal remotes, and they’ve once again led the way in home theater organization with their new Harmony Link app. The app converts your smart phones and tablets into handy universal remotes. Now, you can call off the search for that lost remote and enjoy interactive channel surfing on your favorite personal electronic.
The Harmony Link app is comprised of a disc placed close to your home theater. It harmonizes the communication between your home entertainment electronics and your single controller through the WiFi network. There are no added wires to deal with, and the company claims that the Harmony Link app can replace up to eight remotes. The app really shines when partnered with an iPad. Yes, your iPad can become a universal remote, and it also has a slew of user-friendly, interactive, channel-surfing methods. The Harmony Link App brings even more ease to your easy chair.
The Harmony Link app is comprised of a disc placed close to your home theater. It harmonizes the communication between your home entertainment electronics and your single controller through the WiFi network. There are no added wires to deal with, and the company claims that the Harmony Link app can replace up to eight remotes. The app really shines when partnered with an iPad. Yes, your iPad can become a universal remote, and it also has a slew of user-friendly, interactive, channel-surfing methods. The Harmony Link App brings even more ease to your easy chair.
Trend Themes
1. Universal Remote Apps - The trend towards universal remote apps allows consumers to transform their smart devices into convenient control centers for home entertainment systems, eliminating the need for multiple remotes.
2. Home Theater Organization - The trend towards home theater organization focuses on simplifying and streamlining the control of various electronic devices, enhancing the user experience and reducing clutter.
3. Interactive Channel Surfing - The trend towards interactive channel surfing offers users more intuitive and engaging ways to navigate through their favorite TV channels, creating a more immersive viewing experience.
Industry Implications
1. Electronics Manufacturing - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for electronics manufacturers to develop and market universal remote apps that seamlessly integrate with smart devices and enhance user convenience.
2. Home Entertainment - The home entertainment industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the trend towards home theater organization by offering products and services that simplify the control and management of various electronic devices.
3. Streaming Services - Streaming services can leverage the trend towards interactive channel surfing by incorporating interactive features and personalized recommendations into their platforms, attracting and engaging viewers in new ways.
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