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The PS4 doesn't allow anything other than a PS4 controller to turn it on. This does not work well with my setup. Couple that with the need to logon as a user when running anny application and it makes it much less suitable for general household usage.

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There are few things in my AV setup in my home that I find more infuriating than having to get out the Ps4 Controller to turn on the Ps4. I have two TVs and my devices are distributed to both of them which means I'm often fighting with HDCP being absolute garbage. Over time, I've programmed my Logitech Harmony remotes to do things in the right order and with the right timings to avoid problems. But, since the Ps4 has to be done separately, I get bit more often with that device than anything else.

> The PS4 doesn't allow anything other than a PS4 controller to turn it on.

That has changed. Both PDP Media Remotes for PS4 can turn a PS4 on. Still proprietary, but they're technically not PS4 controllers.

Reading from Amazon reviews, also the PDP PS4 IR Receiver For Logitech Harmony Remote Control Devices can turn a PS4 on. But I can't confirm this as I don't own one.

I'm going to assume it's because they lie and present themselves as legit PS4 controllers. I tried to buy the IR adapter but it was perpetually pending release and I gave up.

That is true. If I had - especially if I had - kids in the house I'd be looking at other options.

And the login requirement gets on my nerves from time to time as PSN will occasionally sign you out for no apparent reason, and of course my password isn't one that's easy to remember. (Although definitely file the latter under first world problems.)

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