The impossible dream of the universal remote
The Verge·June 14, 2026
The concept of a universal remote control has long been considered a desirable solution for managing multiple devices. Logitech's Harmony remote came closest to achieving this goal, dominating the market for many years as the most effective universal remote available. Despite its success, even the Harmony ultimately fell short of fully realizing the universal remote ideal. The story of the Harmony's development and impact is explored in an episode of Version History, featuring interviews with industry experts.
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