ESPN's $299 'Ultimate Remote' does Wi-Fi, live stats
At first glance, I thought “Oh, hey, a gimmicky remote with an ESPN logo” but after I started reading about it, it dawned on me that this thing is perfect for sports addicts. It’s basically a universal remote that controls all your A/V stuff, sure, but it also has built-in Wi-Fi and can update real-time scores and stats on the 2.2-inch QVGA screen.
The ESPN Ultimate Remote is the sports fan’s ultimate companion. Clear the clutter off your coffee table with a universal remote designed not only to unify your existing remotes by controlling virtually countless devices, but to wirelessly download program guides, sports scores and play-by-plays, and more. As you watch the big game, get advanced team and player stats right on your remote. Get up-to-the-minute scores from all the latest games. Even keep up to date with your ESPN.com fantasy teams without ever leaving the couch.
There’s also a built-in ambient light sensor which automatically adjusts the control’s brightness and you can control up to 18 devices.
It’s available for pre-order on Amazon for $299 and should be released “just in time for Father’s Day”.
ESPN “The Ultimate Remote” Universal Remote [Amazon.com]