We often place little regard for out remote controls, that is until we lose them and go nuts trying to find them again. The idea behind the Ceramic Remote is when something is delicate, we place more value on it. Obviously since a ceramic remote would easily shatter if tossed around like a plastic one, we would be more careful. It also looks more like home decor when not in use instead of an off-limits chew toy for fids “Snazzy”