H1000 posted:pennsy484 posted:Well, I didn't say I never have to look at the remote and implying that or even bringing it up is ridiculous. But with the phone apps you have to look at the screen for everything because there is no tactile feedback, whereas you don't need to look at the remote for speed, direction, whistle, bell, i. e. basic running Put a bag over your phone and try to do the simplest function if you want to do that type of nonsense.
Oh, you're right. I can only do the basic functions with my app without looking too, and that took some practice.One thing I like about apps vs. the remotes is the the ability to clearly state the purpose of functions and soft keys. No more trying to remember what this icon means or what that three letter abbreviation stands for.
Also, apps have the serious advantage of being software developed to work with very powerful hardware to back them. With that in mind, it wouldn't be very hard to implement voice commands. Apps are easily upgraded with new features because the hardware is no longer an issue.
I'm calling bs on that one you can't perform even basic functions with the app without looking at the screen. 😂
