Perfect XBMC Mini Remote/Keyboard by Lenovo

I use both a Lenovo & an MCE remote & am very happy with the Lenovo when I need to do keyboard inputting) web use on HTPC for grabbing latest XBMC SVNs, drivers, forum replies etc, and still have the remote to use w/ XBMC skins that prefer it.
I think the ergo layout is better than that mini kybd, at least for me (easier to hold & type)
But I DO dig the lit keys !!

I use Logitech diNovo Min and what should I say ...
IMHO this my DREAM OF remote keyboard / mouse solution for a mediacenter.
I pluged in ... works out of the box ...

Neither has to deal anymore a with IR-REMOTE for controlling my XBMC ....

I love that thing, had a chance to use the unit for a client of mine and think the q150 makes a perfect XBMC box!!

I use the Collect3 iPhone remote. It's brilliant. Both my parents, my sister and I all have it installed. It's the 'wow' app I show people when I'm showing off my phone. Obviously not everyone can use it, but I don't see it mentioned much.

I've used the di Nivo mini a bit but only find it ok.

I personally use this: http://www.gyration.com/index.php/us/pro...emote.html

Its a nice keyboard mouse combo and uses RF instead of IR, can also be reprogrammed to control other devices

BBrian Wrote:I use the Collect3 iPhone remote. It's brilliant.

yeah, I saw it and again I'm glad to have an android phone where I am able to use the official and free remote app

harryzimm Wrote:Hi,

I got the lenovo originally for my bedroom htpc, unfortunately it does not have a backlight which means its nearly impossible to use in dark or dim conditions. I then opted for a rii mini keyboard and haven't looked back since. Dont get me wrong, the lenovo is a decent piece of kit for the price but if you are intending to use in a darkened room you might want to look elsewhere.

cheers

Yup I would opt for this one

cold_realms Wrote:I love that thing, had a chance to use the unit for a client of mine and think the q150 makes a perfect XBMC box!!

Hey cold_realms,

I am looking into the Q150 and I thought I saw on Lenovos web that the nic is 10/100/1000...is this correct? because on Newegg it only shows 100MB under the specs..

I have used the Acer Revo but I really need the Optical for my other room, so that is where this Q150 looks great!


Thanks!

harryzimm Wrote:I then opted for a rii mini keyboard and haven't looked back since.

2.4GHz 2.4G Wireless Rii Mini PC Keyboard with Touchpad -Black
http://www.tomtop.com/24g-wireless-mini-...10332.html



This keyboard looks great.

IdeaCentre Q150
http://shop.lenovo.com/us/landing_pages/.../2010/q150

Q150 mounted on a monitor.


Nice unit !

2.4GHz Wireless Rii Mini PC Keyboard with Touchpad



Does this thing have to stick out of the keyboard ?
Looks like it would break easy.

http://www.tomtop.com/24g-wireless-mini-...0332.html#