Use Your Smartphone As A TV Remote: Here's How It Works

Smartphones can double up as remote for your TV . Read here for more details

As technology continues to advance rapidly, the market sees a constant influx of smart televisions. Yet, many of us have experienced the frustration of misplacing or malfunctioning TV remotes, hindering our ability to enjoy our favourite shows. However, with the introduction of innovative solutions like the Google TV app, users now have the option to control their Android-powered TVs directly from their smartphones.

This convenient feature enables users to effortlessly change channels, adjust volume levels, and access their favourite apps without the need for a traditional remote.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to turn a smartphone into a TV remote using the Google TV app:

– Turn on the Bluetooth or WiFi network of both the smartphone and the TV.

– Open the Google Store and download the Google TV app on your smartphone.

– open the Google TV app. Once the application has opened, select the ‘Remote button’ in the bottom right corner of the screen.

– The application will start scanning for nearby devices to connect. Once the user’s TV is found, they can select it from the list.

– Once the TV is selected, a code will appear on the TV screen.

– The user is now required to enter the code into the app and then tap on the ‘Pair button’.

– Once the smartphone is paired with the TV, users can use their phones as a remote to navigate, change the volume, mute, use voice search, and type passwords and searches.

Another way to connect the smartphone to the TV and turn it into a remote is by downloading a TV-remote app like AnyMote Smart IR Remote. Many smart TVs also have manufacturer apps that can be used as a remote. If someone has a streaming device like the Amazon Fire Stick or Google Chromecast Ultra, they can connect it to their smartphones, and they are often compatible with them.