URC has rolled out the first universal remote control with haptic feedback. Dubbed as the URC MX-5000, the remote boasts a 2.7-inch touchscreen that provides a “‘very satisfying sensation” when you press one of the onscreen buttons. The URC MX-5000 also supports WiFi, narrowband RF and IR, an included base station to accommodate various IR and RS-232 components, and a built-in rechargeable battery with its charging base. Pricing has not yet been released, but URC says the MSRP will be less than $1,500. [CEPro]
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