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"A first encounter with a multitouch device gets any active imagination running, so of course a home theater fan thinks it could make for the ultimate remote. But can any of that promise be realized in the dead zone that is the consumer remote control space?"

Engadget has posted a review of the Logitech Harmony Link, a device that will turn your iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch or Android device into your all-in-one remote. The Link utilizes an app controlled wifi receiver to blast the IR command to your devices. Overall, Engadget liked the Logitech hardware and thought it was good if all you were looking for were the basics but could not fully recommend the Link due to the software's lack of ability to be customized.

Hit the link to read the full review.

"Logitech's latest tidbit of technology may soon have us recycling our remote controls. In a somewhat ironic twist, the company responsible for some of the best-selling universal remote controls has created a device that lets you trash them and pick up your iPad, iPhone or Android device instead."

Fans of Logitech all in one remotes will soon be able to ditch yet another remote. This time, its the Logitech remote itself. With the Logitech Harmony Link, you'll be able to control your system via an app on your iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch or Android device. According to Logitech, the app that controls the Harmony Link provides a comprehensive entertainment management system in an attractive and intuitive user interface rather than simply emulating the controls. Allowing for one click selection of shows.

The Harmony Link will be available in about a month for $99.