How to Use Your Phone as a Remote for Any Smart TV The shift towards voice control and smart hubs has transformed the user experience for many smart TV owners.
The humble remote control remains an essential component, but recent trends suggest it may not be necessary. Some users are repurposing their phones as universal remotes using built in IR blasters.
Not all smartphones come equipped with these features, however. Android users are more likely to find IR enabled devices than Apple and Samsung fans.