Philips PMDVD6 Remote Control

I've had it for about two years and it broke. This thing was fun at first, making any button perform any fucnction. Such as, making the 6 button turn on an off the TV to goof around with friends when they were over. It was simple to use, but as with any remote the process is forgotten after awhile so keep the manual handy. However, it broke after only a few battery changes. Some of the buttons take great force to activate. For instance, switching the remote to control the TV button doesn't work. The channel button doesn't work. Some fucntions can't be programmed for some reason, most can, but my mute doesn't work. I don't like replacing my remotes, it's a pain the butt. So if you dont like it either, I suggest buying some other brand. Phillips has never made a quality product, ever.