NO El Reg - buttons ARE good!

The last thing you want in a remote control is it to be completely touchscreen!

That means you're always having to look at the screen for even simple functions like flicking through channels and the volume, or other "red button" navigation and stuff. With a 'real buttons' remote it's completely "Eyes Free" - much easier to use with a TV etc. than constantly having to check that your fingers are hitting the spot.

Touchscreen is good for those quick setup things (like switching everything on), but leave the tactile response stuff for frequent use.