8 Android apps that turn a smartphone into a remote control for technology

1. Android TV Remote

This application allows you to control any TV and set-top box with Android TV. The interface offers basic navigation elements, a D-Pad, a touch pad, and the ability to type using an on-screen keyboard. A separate button activates the microphone for voice requests, which is especially convenient if the standard remote control does not have this function.

Required: Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

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2. TV (Apple) Remote Control

An unofficial Apple TV remote control app. It provides all the same buttons as a standard old style remote control. That is, with its help, you can navigate, call up the menu and start playback. The touch panel and other keys are not provided.

Required: IR transmitter.

3. Peel Smart Remote

Combines universal TV remote control and TV program, which is formed in accordance with the postal code. Peel Smart Remote will identify your ISP and tell you what, when and on which channel to watch. The longer you use it, the more accurate the recommendations will be.

Required: IR transmitter and Wi-Fi.

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4. SURE Universal Remote

This versatile tool is suitable for almost any technique: TVs, set-top boxes, media players, projectors, air conditioners and even smart vacuum cleaners. In addition, the app allows you to stream photos and videos from your phone to your Smart TV. There is also support for Apple TV, Chromecast and Android TV.

Required: IR transmitter or Wi-Fi.

5. AnyMote Universal Remote

Another application that can replace all remotes in your home, including for devices connected via Wi-Fi. A detailed setting of a set of control elements is available, and even the ability to create macros that allow you to perform several actions by pressing a single button.

Required: IR transmitter or Wi-Fi.

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6. Mi Remote

This solution was developed by Xiaomi, but it is not exclusive to branded smartphones. Mi Remote can also be installed on models from other manufacturers to control a wide variety of equipment. It differs from analogs by the simplest setting and support of the Russian language, which allows you to quickly figure out all the functions.

Required: IR transmitter or Wi-Fi.

7. Unified Remote

With this application, your smartphone can be turned into a computer remote control. It will allow you to remotely switch tracks in the music player, control video playback, flip through presentation slides, type requests in the browser, and even work with files. Supports Windows, Mac and Linux.

Required: Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

8. ZaZa Remote

Quite a simple application with the ability to quickly switch between remotes for any technique. Moreover, for different devices, ZaZa Remote offers different control elements. If for TV these are only standard buttons, then, for example, for split systems it can be a circular temperature controller.

Required: IR transmitter.