My current TV has 2 HDMI ports, I'm up to 4 HDMI devices and will probably end up with more. Swapping cables between devices is a pain in the butt (first world problems, I know). So what's the skinny on switchers? It seems like most have a separate remote to switch between devices. While I don't mind the extra step, SWMBO already thinks my electronics are needlessly complicated and uses the streaming apps on a couple of them. Is there anything out there that doesn't require an extra remote? Any personal experiences?
Use this as an opportunity to grab a home theater receiver? All good ones generally are 4 into 1 HDMI switch. You get the bonus of being able to drive surround sound. The centre channel really helps.
As for remotes, grab a Logitech Harmony and use it for all. The sub $100 model can now even act as a console controller (excellent if you're using a 360/PSX for your Netflix, etc.)
While a proper home theater is on the list of wants, it's not in the cards for a little while. I just blew all of my play money for the near future on a PS4. Awesome idea though, I'd completely forgotten about AV receivers.
I have a manual version kind of like this one and it works great:
http://www.firefold.com/3x1-hdmi-switch
That one can be set to auto sense.
