Simple is good, but simple plus cheap is better. At $24.95, the weemote 3 fills the bill perfectly. This limited-function remote has nine big buttons with different colors and shapes. Programming controls and batteries are behind no-kids-allowed, screw-protected panels. It's not a universal remote, but the weemote can switch the TV to an input for a VCR or DVD player via one of the five Favorites buttons. You can associate a favorite channel with the power-on button and lock out others. For control of DVD players, you may want to add the separate weemote DV ($19.95). Adults who like simplicity can opt for the color-neutral weemote Sr. (also $24.95), but you'll lose functions like picture-in-picture.