Sure, the remote control Panasonic showed off as part of its Viera update this week looks like any other overly complicated, SD-slot equipped, universal home theater remote. But there's more to it ...

Panasonic has released a new version of its Viera Remote App for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. The new remote control application enables you to control Viera TVs over your wireless network (Wi-Fi).

Here at Engadget HD, we have a special place in our hearts for HDMI-CEC, but things can get sticky when buying components from different manufacturers. Fret not, as Onkyo's latest AV receiver manages ...