By Andrew Liszewski
If you’re constantly throwing things at your TV because the darn thing just doesn’t go loud enough for you, might I suggest this handy, yet unusual, universal remote control from ELPA. The design throws years and years of remote control ergonomics out the window, in favor of integrating a pop-up speaker in the lid. When used in conjunction with the included receiver unit connected to your TV, the remote’s speaker basically brings the sound to you. While it looks a bit odd at first, I don’t think it’s terrible idea, given developers have already found some unique uses for the speaker featured on the Wiimote.
The RC-25SP Universal Speaker Remote is available from ELPA for about $40.
[ ELPA Universal Remote With Built-in Speaker ] VIA [ Japan Today ]
This might be a nifty idea if the remote had ANY functionality. It looks like something from 1985 – no buttons for a DVR or DVD.
that's a nice piece of equipment to own
Great idea for people who have bad hearing.