I'm sure that there are many iPhone/iPod Touch users out there who made that quick look at Apple's venerable iTunes App Store for choices on a universal remote for their device.  While there a "choices" on Cupertino's mothership, most of the apps are hindered by extra "gear" [mostly infrared receivers that remotes use to communicate with appliances] that needs to be connected the devices that you want to control.  Not very attractive.

Enters Portland, Oregon phone accessories maker New Kinetix with the Rē™ Universal Remote Control for the iPhone and iPod touch.  The difference between this remote and most of the previous offerings is the only attachment needed for the Rē™ to operate as a universal remote is a small black box that attaches to the bottom of your iPhone/iPod Touch.  You will then be able to use your iphone/iPod Touch as a universal remote with access a large database of pre loaded device codes.  The Rē™ app will also get regular updates to keep it current with new devices.

There is not much more information available for this device other than the fact that it will make it's official debut at CES in January 2010.

Now, how I just need to figure out how to get calls on the iPhone...

I will keep you posted as more information becomes available.