Logitech quietly launches $99 Harmony 510 universal remote

We know, January wasn't that long ago, but in consumer electronics years, it's been forever since a new Harmony was revealed. For those of you already on the hunt for a sub-$100 gizmo to give to your favorite person this holiday season, Logitech is jonesing for your business with its entry-level Harmony 510 universal remote. You should know, however, that the IR remote operates just five devices (remember the "entry-level" bit we mentioned?), though it does boast an inbuilt LCD and a fair amount of buttons. Harmony freaks have already pointed out that this one looks almost like a repackaged 550, though your technology-challenged sibling / parent / colleague probably won't take the time to notice. Get those stockings stuffed early for $99.99 (MSRP) a pop.

[Via CNET]

[UnnDunn Posted Oct 6th 2008 2:53PM]

I have a Harmony 550. I got it for $80. Why would I pay $99 for this, again?

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 6th 2008 3:28PM]

Presumably retailers could sell this version for a lot cheaper than the MSRP price.

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 6th 2008 3:42PM]

Yes as Best Buy has the 550 on sale for 79 currently and this 510 sitting next to it for 99. Go figure.

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 6th 2008 3:28PM]

^^
No one said you HAVE to...

[The Fuzz 53 Posted Oct 6th 2008 3:57PM]

That looks like the Xbox 360 remote, minus the face buttons.

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 6th 2008 4:09PM]

Just pay $175 for the Harmony 0ne ... The best remote by far ..

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 7th 2008 6:39AM]

Based on your personal opinion and or experiences, or are there proven facts you might care to share with the rest of us.

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 6th 2008 5:04PM]

This is just a spruced up 550. Worst number keys on any remote I've owned. Thank goodness I don't have cable and channel up / down works well.

Other than dedicated buttons for BD/HD DVD controls (the colors) what is the real difference. Even the 659 is better ergonomically than this one. (I've used the 659, 550, and 880)