I too have been an avid X10 user of home automation appliances in my home for around 4 years, but had no idea you could use an IR Converter and be able to use a universal remote to control your home.

It seems like i'm going to be in the market for a universal now. Thanks!... I could understand the issues with the 880 considering they are cross-brands of each other. But what do you know about this icon remote? has anyone tried using it yet with much success? it seems like since it was developed by X10 it should function for this reason. but what about the functionality of the remote to control your tv and such?

any info would be appreciated...