It's not clear what hysteria you're referring to. Given that remotes trend toward having ten times as many buttons and the corresponding size, complexity and d

It's not clear what hysteria you're referring to. Given that remotes trend toward having ten times as many buttons and the corresponding size, complexity and dismal ergonomics--while accomplishing little more--it's not unreasonable or hysterical to refer to it as a good design for the purpose. I suspect it more closely resembles the remote you used 7-9 years ago than most do. I'm not sure if I believe that anyone has referred to it as "pure genius", though surely your quotes indicate that you are quoting someone and aren't just exaggerating to make a vapid point.