Talk about the remote control from the TV

        IR transmitters have officially become a niche feature these days. This feature is getting rarer as phones try to remove as many ports as possible. But those with IR transmitters are great for all sorts of little things. One such example is any remote with an IR receiver. These can be televisions, air conditioners, some thermostats, cameras, and other such things. Today we will talk about the remote control from the TV. Here are the best TV remote control apps for Android.
        Today, most manufacturers offer their own remote applications for their products. For example, LG and Samsung have apps to control TVs remotely, and Google has Google Home as a remote for their products. We recommend checking them out before using any of the apps below.
        AnyMote is one of the best TV remote control apps. It claims to support over 900,000 devices and more are being added all the time. This applies not only to television. It includes support for SLR cameras, air conditioners and almost any equipment with an IR transmitter. The remote itself is simple and easy to read. There are also buttons for Netflix, Hulu, and even Kodi (if your TV supports them). At $6.99, it’s a little pricey, and at the time of writing, it hasn’t been updated since early 2018. However, it still works on phones with IR transmitters.
        Google Home is definitely one of the best remote access apps out there. Its main function is to control Google Home and Google Chromecast devices. This means that you will need one of these to do the job. Otherwise, it’s pretty easy. All you have to do is select a show, movie, song, image, or whatever. Then broadcast it to the screen. It cannot do things like change channels. It also cannot change the volume. However, you can change the volume on your phone, which will have the same effect. It will only get better with time. The application is free. However, Google Home and Chromecast devices cost money.
        The official Roku app is perfect for Roku users. The app lets you control just about everything on your Roku. All you need is volume. The Roku app remote has buttons for fast forward, rewind, play/pause, and navigation. It also comes with a voice search feature. This is not what comes to your mind when it comes to TV remote control apps since you don’t need an IR sensor to use them. However, those with Roku don’t really need a full-fledged remote app. The app is also free.
        Sure Universal Smart TV Remote is a powerful TV remote control app with a ridiculously long name. It is also one of the best TV remote control apps. Works on many TVs. Like Anymote, it supports other devices with IR transmitters. It also has DLNA and Wi-Fi support for streaming photos and videos. There is even support for Amazon Alexa. We think this is pretty far-sighted. It also means that Google Home isn’t the only one supporting personal assistant apps. A little rough around the edges. However, you can try it before buying.
        Twinone Universal Remote is one of the best free apps to control your TV remotely. Features a simple design. Once set up, you shouldn’t have any problems using it. It also works with most TVs and set-top boxes. Even some devices that do not fall into these categories are supported. At the moment, the only bad part is the ads. Twinone does not offer a way to get rid of them. We hope to see a paid version that takes this into account in the future. Also, this feature is only available on certain devices. Other than that, it’s the right choice.
        Unified Remote is one of the most unique remote apps out there. This is useful for managing computers. This is useful for those who have an HTPC (Home Theater Computer). PC, Mac and Linux are supported. It also comes with a keyboard and mouse for better input control. It is also perfect for Raspberry Pi devices, Arduino Yun devices, etc. The free version has a dozen remotes and most of the features. The paid version includes everything, including 90 remote controls, NFC support, Android Wear support, and more.
        The Xbox app is a really good remote app. This allows you to access many parts of Xbox Live. This includes messages, achievements, news feeds, and more. There is also a built-in remote control. You can use it to navigate the interface, open apps, and more. It gives you quick access to play/pause, fast forward, rewind and other buttons that would normally require a controller to access. Many people use the Xbox as a one-stop entertainment package. These people can use this application to make it a little easier.
        Yatse is one of the popular Kodi remote apps. It has many features. If you like, you can stream media to your streaming device. It also provides built-in support for Plex and Emby servers. You get access to offline libraries, full control over Kodi, and even support for Muzei and DashClock. We’re just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what this app is capable of. However, it is best used with devices such as home theater computers connected to a TV. You can try it for free. If you become a professional, you will get all the possibilities.
        Most TV manufacturers offer remote apps for their smart TVs. These apps often have different features. They connect to your Smart TV via Wi-Fi. This means you won’t need an IR transmitter to do this job. You can change the channel or volume. It even lets you select apps on the TV. Some manufacturers’ apps are pretty good. In particular, Samsung and LG are doing well in the app space. Some are not that big. We cannot test every manufacturer. Luckily, almost all of their remote apps are free to download. So you can try them without financial risk. We connected Visio. Just search for your manufacturer on the Google Play store to find other manufacturers.
        Most phones with IR transmitters come with a remote access app. You can usually find them in the Google Play store. For example, some Xiaomi devices use the built-in Xiaomi app to control the TV remotely (link). These are applications that manufacturers test on their devices. So chances are they will at least work. Usually you don’t get many features. However, OEMs include these apps on their devices for a reason. At least that’s what they usually do. Sometimes they even pre-install the pro version so you don’t have to buy it. You might as well try them first to see if they work, since you already have them.
        Let us know in the comments if we missed any of the best Android TV remote control apps. You can also check out our latest list of Android apps and games here. Thanks for reading. Also check the following: