I’ve been pining for a decent voice assistant enabled universal remote control for years. Many gallons of digital ink have been spilled beseeching industry manufacturers to catch up with products that Big Cable made table stakes five years ago. Needless to say, I was a little giddy (think Ralphie waiting for his Little Orphan Annie decoder ring in the classic 1980s movie A Christmas Story) when the package containing a shiny new Control4 Halo Touch remote control showed up at our warehouse. I could hardly wait to tear open the box and start putting it through the paces.
Unboxing the Control4 Halo Touch
The Halo Touch is designed for two start-up scenarios: self-installation by a homeowner or professional configuration. The box and packaging strike a nice balance between these two audiences. Plain brown cardboard flips up to reveal the remote nestled in a molded tray with its screen veiled by a thin plastic cling. Lifting the remote up reveals a surprisingly heavy charging base with accompanying USB 3.0 cable and charger underneath.
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