I have already implemented The Right Solution for my MythTV.
Two remotes.
One is a TiVo remote control. Fits nicely in my hand, has the important buttons laid out nicely. Good for watching and selecting and OK for most other tasks.
The other is a remote keyboard with built-in mouse, similar to the Logitech board. I pull it out when I want to search for something or manipulate the system in a more complex way (like firing up Firefox to play a Flash game). The rest of the time, it's propped next to the sofa.
There's no reason not to ship a simple remote and a complex one, and let people decide what they need when they need it.
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I have already implemented The Right Solution for my MythTV.
Two remotes.
One is a TiVo remote control. Fits nicely in my hand, has the important buttons laid out nicely. Good for watching and selecting and OK for most other tasks.
The other is a remote keyboard with built-in mouse, similar to the Logitech board. I pull it out when I want to search for something or manipulate the system in a more complex way (like firing up Firefox to play a Flash game). The rest of the time, it's propped next to the sofa.
There's no reason not to ship a simple remote and a complex one, and let people decide what they need when they need it.