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NEW YORK - Logitech launched two new universal remote controls last week, despite the fact that the company is actively trying to sell off that division.
In a sneak peek for the press earlier this month, Ian Crowe, senior manager of the Harmony remote portfolio, demonstrated the newest additions to the line: the Harmoney Ultimate and the Harmony Smart Control.
The company announced in January that it was divesting its remote control and video security categories, and would be placing a strong focus on tablet accessories. Crowe declined to comment on the sale process, other than to say, "The division is up for sale, but during that time, and presumably even after it is completed, in terms of contributing to the Harmony lineup, it is business as usual for the team."
The Harmony Ultimate, which ships this month for a $349 suggested retail, can control up to 15 devices. As with the Harmony 900, the Ultimate features a main base station (known as the Harmony Hub) that the remote connects to via...