I just purchased a Sevenhugs remote.  Integration with Smartthings hub being on the way was a major part of that decision.  Really hope to see this soon.  

I am planning to use the remote as full smart home control.  I definitely place high value on it beyond just entertainment system use.  I would like to have the same abilities via voice on Alexa and with the remote when voice use isn't appropriate or if someone doesn't know the commands.