Nyko Blu-Wave Infrared Remote (PS3)

September 30, 2007 12:45

4.5/5
Highly recommended, simple and elegant fix to the PS3's missing IR capabilities.

The only reason to get the Nyko is for the IR dongle and to use it to teach your all-in-one remote (mine's a Harmony 880) the PS3 codes. Like the review says, once that's done, the Nyko just sits in the drawer.

Power on/off is not a big deal for me -- when I play a game, the SIXAXIS is in my hand, and it controls the PS3's power. When I'm watching a DVD, I have to get up and physically put it in the PS3, which powers it on. When I'm done, I have to eject it...after which I simply press the power button to shut it off.

If you have a PS3 and an all-in-one remote, it's the best twenty bucks you'll spend.

- themajestic

December 2, 2008 08:56

4.5/5
You would have to spend a LOT more to do only slightly better than the Blu-wave. Works seamlessly with my Harmony remote. I don't miss the lack of power on/off, I'm still able to use all my activities with the Harmony, no issues. I also purchased a 10-foot USB cable and a hub, and now have the receiving unit near my TV for optimal reception and a less cluttered look.

This unit is easy to find online and in retail, it is dirt-cheap, so give it a shot.

- griz_fan

June 1, 2008 08:07
Spectacular
2.5/5
I got the USBIRX3 from schmartz.com instead. It works just as well. The Nyko product comes with a cheap remote that you'll probably never use if you have a universal remote. The USBIRX3 looks better too. It sits flush with the PS3 instead of sticking out.

- lstockett