Logitech introduced it’s formally discontinuing the Harmony line of universal remotes, after 20 years available in the market. The firm says that assist and software program updates will proceed, however manufacturing of the remotes will cease.
In a blog post (by way of TechHive), Logitech says “Harmony remotes are and continue to be available through various retailers, moving forward Logitech will no longer manufacture Harmony remotes.”
“We expect no impact to our customers by this announcement. We plan to support our Harmony community and new Harmony customers, which includes access to our software and apps to set up and manage your remotes. We also plan to continue to update the platform and add devices to our database. Customer and warranty support will continue to be offered.”
The Harmony remotes have been capable of management quite a lot of parts of residence theater programs, video video games, and different gadgets that may be managed by way of infrared.
With many remotes and equipment launched over the 20 years, Logitech’s popular Harmony line is now gone, however the firm plans to maintain updating its desktop software program and apps for iOS and Android as effectively. Back in 2014, the corporate launched a Smart Keyboard for Apple TV and the complete front room of consumers.
Logitech says that it doesn’t count on the expertise with the distant line to be impacted by this determination and “our goal is to keep service running as long as customers are using it.”
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