If Logitech is going to kill…we mean discontinue Harmony remotes, releasing a standalone program, once again, to control your remote is vital. They say that they’ll support Harmony users “into the future” but that usually means “until the hubbub dies down and we can pull the plug without too much backlash.” Solution: Release the Code! If Logitech discontinues Harmony, say goodbye to adding more devices or activities to your remotes. You would need to update it when new devices were released. Years ago, the Harmony interface was a standalone program that you downloaded to your computer. But what it does mean is that you’ll… Never be able to Add Another Device to your Harmony Remotes That’s a bummer for the long term, but at least your Harmony remotes won’t stop working immediately. All your existing gear will still work, you just won’t be able to add any more. The standalone remotes obviously won’t have an issue, but the more complex, hub-based remotes shouldn’t be affected even if Logitech shuts down their cloud-based interface. Regardless of what kind of Harmony remote you currently have, it should work with your existing gear into the future. But if Logitech kills the Harmony remote division, what will happen to your remotes? What About My Current Harmony Remotes So, what does this mean for Harmony users? Harmony has long been the go-to recommendation for the home user who wants more control over their home theater system. That doesn’t bode well for Harmony’s future. But Harmony has been fading from view as even the CEO said, “I think over time, you’ll have fewer and fewer people who feel like they really need that universal remote.” At this writing, we are near Christmas and many electronic devices are out of stock. The stock levels is likely due to distribution and logistics, but customer support is not able to confirm.”Ī quick search of Amazon and the Logitech website for Harmony remotes tells a bleak story. Users on Reddit have reported that their orders have been canceled and that they have been told by retailers that “Logitech is permanently ceasing production of Harmony Remotes.” Logitech has responded saying, “Please be informed that, we are continuing manufacturing and support of Harmony. Alas, Harmony! We knew ye well! You will be missed! Original Story:Įvidence is mounting that Logitech may discontinue the Harmony remote arm of their business. Also, be prepared to have to do more work for less functionality. Stay tuned as we’ll soo be releasing an article with viable Harmony alternatives. If some other company doesn’t buy Harmony, it is only a matter of time before the servers go dark. But the safe money is that the days are numbers on the app. Of course, they have no choice but to say that. What does this mean for Harmony owners? Logitech says they’ll continue to update the app and add devices. If you were on the fence about a Harmony remote, buy one now. Logitech officially announced that they will no longer manufacture Harmony remotes ( link). We hate it when we are right, especially when we are right about bad news.
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