[AuroraProject]

When I had my ihp-120 I never used the remote.

 

[IpaqMan]

One of my main reasons for buying the IHP-120 was the full function LCD remote. I rarely take the player out of a concealing belt pouch. That helps avoid dropping accidents, scratches, and theft. After almost a year, the IHP-120 and its leather case look just like new except for the remote.

I agree that the cord is too long, but my belt pouch has just enough room to store the extra length (twist tied) leaving only 14 inches of cord exposed.

 

[GokieKS]

I pretty much refuse to buy any player that doesn't have a remote. I may be able to live with a very basic one like the iPod's, but I'd definitely yearn for a full-featured version like Sony MD units', which I still consider the best I've used (compared to iRivers, Sharps, Panasonics, etc).

And because of that, I also make it a point to try to get portable headphones with the short cord, which kind of limits my choices. Thankfully, the Eggos have worked out very well for me.

~KS

 

[enzoferrari650]

I received my ihp-140 this afternoon. Very impressed and happy so far. Excpet for the disappointing firmware update. Oh well i'll live.

 

[deltawalkerl]

I used to use the remote because...well, you don't want to take out a DAP on a NYC subway.

 

[wolfen68]

Remotes are worthless...why bother. It's not like the main unit weighs 5 pounds or anything. If it was wireless....that may be different

As far as the buttons overall being counter-intuitive...it seemed that way at first. After a week or two of use however, I fell in love with how it's setup. I like the feel of the buttons and the entire unit feels solid. It also responds relatively fast as compared to my archos. I've been using the queue feature a lot...very handy!