I have one of these (backlit) and I hate it...the optical thumb sensor is not very accurate and the keys seem to not register 1 in 5 keystrokes. The unit looks good and the form factor makes it seem like you can hold it in one hand and do everything, but in reality you need two hands to operate everything except the trackpad and left/right clickers and the keyboard is just too small to type. it's neither here (a controller) or there (a keyboard). Most reviews out there are very positive though...not sure why my experience is so different
shortstick said: I have one of these (backlit) and I hate it...the optical thumb sensor is not very accurate and the keys seem to not register 1 in 5 keystrokes. The unit looks good and the form factor makes it seem like you can hold it in one hand and do everything, but in reality you need two hands to operate everything except the trackpad and left/right clickers and the keyboard is just too small to type. it's neither here (a controller) or there (a keyboard). Most reviews out there are very positive though...not sure why my experience is so differentIDK about the keystrokes, but I had to dial in the pointer settings on my PC to get the pointer speed and sensitivity to where it was more useable.
What is your receiver position in relation to where you use it?
I have mine on a USB extension cable, about 15' from the couch & positioned away from the transformers on my other devices but without direct line of site. I have never had any issues with responsiveness except when the batteries were dead.
If you don't have the receiver on an extension cable & you have one available, I would definitely try that out.
I've never seen it for 69.99, but $20 is a good price OP.Yeah, it sounds a little up there for sure... but that was the actual price when I added it to the cart up until I put in the coupon.
Seems like they are normally "on sale" for $25 off or so almost all of the time, then come out with another $20 off or so coupon every once in awhile.
Not sure why they decided to do it this way this time.
For an HTPC, you can't beat the Gyration Media remote and keyboard. It's RF based, has a range of about 50', and all 3 of mine have worked flawlessly for over 3 years. Yes - new they're pricey, but you get what you pay for. They're a steal on eBay. Don't bother with Logitech or Microsoft hardware if you have a HTPC.
Great remote. I have one, got mine for 30 bucks. HOT at this price, but if you can afford it, the backlight version is nice for night or dark home theater viewing.
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