Who needs a remote if you've got your smartphone with you? Plus, the Roku TV app can do much more than turning on the TV and ...

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I have been looking for a universal TV remote app that just works without being annoying. Most of the ones I tried had some kind of catch. Some asked me to create an account before I could even ...

Patrick O'Rourke is XDA's News Editor and Entertainment Segment Lead. Previously, he was Pocket-lint's Editor-in-Chief, the Editor-in-Chief of Canadian tech publication MobileSyrup, and earlier in his ...

Bluetooth Remote (or BT Remote) turns your phone into a true smart TV remote using Bluetooth HID, so no Wi-Fi or TV app is needed. It works like a keyboard and mouse, offers an air mouse and full ...

Solving Smart TV Issues Remotely with AnyDesk: AnyDesk, a free and versatile application available on the Google Play Store, offers a multi-device solution. Compatible with mobile phones, tablets, ...

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

Losing a TV remote no longer has to stop movie night. If your television is connected to the internet, you can often use phone as universal TV remote and regain control in a few minutes. The idea is ...

Another option is the Google TV mobile app, though it takes a couple of extra taps to navigate the menu. Open the application ...