Your phone. Your remote.
Control Your TV Without Hunting for the Remote
Turn your iPhone or Android phone into a convenient remote for compatible Smart TVs. Connect over Wi-Fi, pair securely, save your devices and access the controls you use every day.
Wi-Fi TV control is available on iPhone and Android. IR remote control and screen mirroring are available on supported Android devices.
Compatibility and available controls vary by TV brand, model, operating system and mobile platform.
Living Room TV
ConnectedDesigned for Popular Smart TV Platforms
Connect with supported Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, Roku, Android TV, Apple TV and other compatible television and streaming-device families.
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One App. Fewer Remotes. Less Frustration.
The physical remote is often missing exactly when you need it. TV Remote keeps essential controls on the device already in your hand, helping you change the volume, navigate menus, switch channels and manage playback without searching under every cushion.
Features
Everything you need on the remote you already carry
Connect to Smart TVs Fast
Find compatible TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Select your device, approve the connection when requested and start controlling your TV.
Complete Everyday Controls
Access power, volume, mute, channels, directional navigation, home, back, menu, input, number keys and media playback controls where supported.
Secure Code Pairing
When a supported TV displays a pairing code, enter it in the app to complete the connection securely.
Save and Reconnect
Save connected devices so you can return to your preferred remote without repeating the full setup every time.
Manual Connection
If automatic discovery does not find your television, supported devices can be connected using their local IP address.
Remote Layouts
Choose from available control layouts and use the design that feels most familiar for your television.
Android IR Remote
On Android phones with a built-in infrared blaster, control compatible TVs, air conditioners, set-top boxes, projectors, fans and other supported IR devices.
Android Screen Mirroring
Share selected photos, videos, presentations and compatible apps from your Android phone to a supported TV or wireless display.
Platforms
Made for the Way Your Phone Connects
iPhone focuses on Wi-Fi Smart TV control. Android adds IR remote and screen mirroring on supported hardware.
iPhone
Smart TV Control Over Wi-Fi
Discover compatible TVs on your local network, select the correct device family, complete any required code pairing and save your television for faster reconnection.
- Automatic local-network discovery
- Manual IP connection where supported
- Secure on-screen code pairing
- Roku TV, Apple TV and streaming-player support
- Complete remote-control interface
Android
Smart TV, IR Remote and Screen Mirroring
Connect to compatible Smart TVs over Wi-Fi, control supported home devices with infrared hardware and mirror selected content to compatible displays.
- Smart TV control over Wi-Fi
- IR control on phones with an IR blaster
- Support for multiple device categories
- Screen mirroring on compatible displays
- Saved and personalized remote layouts
Get started
Start Controlling in Three Simple Steps
Connect to the Same Network
Make sure your phone and Smart TV are connected to the same local Wi-Fi network.
Find and Pair Your TV
Open the app, choose your TV or device family and approve the connection or enter the code displayed on your television.
Save and Control
Save the connected TV and access power, volume, channels, navigation, playback and other available controls.
Compatibility
Works with Compatible TVs and Streaming Devices
TV Remote supports selected models across popular Smart TV and streaming-device families. Exact functionality depends on the television's hardware, operating system, network settings and available remote-control protocol.
Commonly supported families: Samsung · LG · Sony · Vizio · Roku · Android TV · Apple TV · Selected Fire TV devices on Android · Other compatible Smart TVs
- Phone and TV connected to the same Wi-Fi
- Local-network access allowed
- Remote-control access enabled on the TV
- First-time approval completed when requested
- Built-in Android IR blaster for infrared control
- Compatible receiver for screen mirroring
Privacy
Designed Around Your Local Network
TV discovery and remote commands are designed to operate through your local network. The app requests only the permissions needed for the feature you choose to use. Analytics, diagnostics, advertising and purchase processing, where enabled, are explained in our Privacy Policy.
Quick answers
The Remote You Need Is Already in Your Hand
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