Universal Remote – Roomie

Universal Remote – Roomie

Smart TV Control Home Theater

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All Versions of Universal Remote

8.7.1

April 30, 2024

* Samsung 2024 TV Models are now auto-discovered. [8.7.1] * Panasonic UB 420/820/9000 UHD players now provide progress feedback and allow disabling per-command authentication. [8.6.0] * Govee Lighting Control: Apply for an API key from the Govee app, add as a Cloud Service, enter the API key, and update manifest. Lights can be controlled from the Homebar or via direct commands. [8.7.0] * Improved Set Room command from Shortcuts. Using Set Room and then opening Roomie from the same shortcut now works properly (useful for opening a specified room from an NFC tag). [8.6.3] * Updated TiVo authentication. [8.7.1] * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Various additional fixes and improvements throughout the app.
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8.7.0

April 4, 2024

* Govee Lighting Control: Apply for an API key from the Govee app, add as a Cloud Service, enter the API key, and update manifest. Lights can be controlled from the Homebar or via direct commands. [8.7.0] * Panasonic UB 420/820/9000 UHD players now provide progress feedback and allow disabling per-command authentication. [8.6.0] * Improved Set Room command from Shortcuts. Using Set Room and then opening Roomie from the same shortcut now works properly (useful for opening a specified room from an NFC tag). [8.6.3] * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1. * Various additional fixes and improvements throughout the app.
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8.6.3

February 29, 2024

* Panasonic UB 420/820/9000 UHD players now provide progress feedback and allow disabling per-command authentication. [8.6.0] * Kaleidescape artwork feedback now uses High Res Cover Art when available. [8.6.0] * Login issues resolved with other fixes across the app. [8.6.2] * Improved Set Room command from Shortcuts. Using Set Room and then opening Roomie from the same shortcut now works properly (useful for opening a specified room from an NFC tag). [8.6.3] * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.6.2

February 22, 2024

* Panasonic UB 420/820/9000 UHD players now provide progress feedback and allow disabling per-command authentication. [8.6.0] * Kaleidescape artwork feedback now uses High Res Cover Art when available. [8.6.0] * Login issues resolved with other fixes across the app. [8.6.0] * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.6.1

January 26, 2024

* Panasonic UB 420/820/9000 UHD players now provide progress feedback and allow disabling per-command authentication. [8.6.0] * Kaleidescape artwork feedback now uses High Res Cover Art when available. [8.6.0] * Login issues resolved with other fixes across the app. [8.6.0] * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.6.0

January 25, 2024

* Panasonic UB 420/820/9000 UHD players now provide progress feedback and allow disabling per-command authentication. [8.6.0] * Kaleidescape artwork feedback now uses High Res Cover Art when available. [8.6.0] * Login issues resolved with other fixes across the app. [8.6.0] * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.5.4

December 5, 2023

* ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.5.3

October 30, 2023

* iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * Widgets now work on macOS. Live Activities require iOS or iPadOS. * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.5.2

September 26, 2023

* iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * Indigo Updates: Support for Indigo updated for their new API. [8.5.2] * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * Widgets now work on macOS. Live Activities require iOS or iPadOS. * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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8.5.1

September 18, 2023

* iOS/iPadOS 17 Compatibility * ATV Media Guide: Introducing the ATV App Launch media guide! Plex guide is now a sub-guide if configured. (Ensure both Companion and Airplay devices are added for ATV.) * ATV Deep Links: App launch command now support URL deep links – depending on the target app, this can be used to open specific content. * SmartThings Integration: New implementation supports the re-architected SmartThings. Any of the old SmartApps are no longer needed or no longer compatible, and should be removed from your graph.api if they’re still there. Focus has been placed on core SmartThings such as lights and locks working in the HomeBar as well as creating Automations based on Power, Brightness, Locked, and other attributes of Things. Sending commands to Samsung TVs integrated with SmartThings is also provided. * UD ISY Optimized: Significantly updated and improved support now optimized requiring far less CPU on both sides to maintain sync. Ensure ISY is updated to recent firmware and make sure to Force Code Set Update. * Google TV Media Guide * Unlimited Monthly: A monthly option for the Unlimited level has been added. * Features normalized across subscriptions. For example, Voice Control, Guest Sharing, and Custom Devices are now available from all subscriptions. Number of homes, rooms, activities, and devices distinguish the levels. * Ecobee: Compatibility fixes with recent cloud changes. * Localization into Spanish and French. * Automations can now be disabled individually. * Widgets now work on macOS. Live Activities require iOS or iPadOS. * Annual system requirements increase to iOS 16.1/macOS 13.1/tvOS 16.1.
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Universal Remote In-App Purchases History

$4.99

One Room Monthly

One Room Monthly Subscription

$9.99

Unlimited Monthly

Unlimited Monthly – Subscription

$13.99

Roomie Service 8 Quarterly

Quarterly Roomie Service for 8 devices/1 room

$34.99

Roomie Service 8 Annual

Annual Roomie Service for 8 devices/1 room

$39.99

One Room Annual

One Room Annual Subscription

$59.99

Roomie Service 24 Annual

Roomie Service for 24 Devices 5 Rooms Annual

$59.99

One Home Annual

One Home Annual Subscription

$99.99

Unlimited Annual

Unlimited Subscription Annual

$99.99

Roomie Service Unlimited

Roomie Service Unlimited Devices and Homes

$249.99

Roomie Perpetual Unlimited

Perpetual Unlimited Devices and Homes

Price History of Universal Remote

Description of Universal Remote

Audio/Video Control and Home Automation seamlessly merged into a Universal Remote for your entire home. Control TVs, A/V receivers, set top boxes, lights, thermostats, and more from an integrated remote with a beautiful and simple design. Multiple Winner of the CTA Home Technology App of the Year Award! PURCHASE REQUIRED: This app requires a subscription or perpetual purchase for all functionality. A free trial is offered. FEATURES • The Leader in Audio/Video and Home Automation Control: Directly control popular devices including any television, Apple TV, Fire TV, DISH, Sonos, TiVo, Kodi, Plex, DirecTV, Roku and thousands more – automatically discovered on your network. • Direct integration with televisions from LG, Samsung, Sony, Vizio, TCL, Roku, and more including app launch and channel guides. • TV Guides: Personalized TV listings for most of the Americas and Europe. Detailed episode, season, and cast information. • HomeKit: The only app that provides control of your entire home including HomeKit accessories, seamlessly blending home control with audio/video control. • Unmatched Compatibility: Over 400,000 commands for IP, Infrared, and even Serial control automatically organized into easy to use Activities. • Media Guides: Content guides for Kaleidescape, Zidoo, Kodi, Plex, Sonos, HEOS, and many more • Full intercom-style video conferencing, instantly connect with video to any active Roomie in your home, or even remotely! • Broadcast to HomePod: Live broadcast to HomePods • Sonos Announcements: Send announcements to Sonos speakers • Roomie Voice Control directly in the app • Siri Voice Control and Shortcuts support • Amazon Alexa Voice Control • Sonos: Run your entire Sonos system, group/regroup speakers, setup automatic regroupings • Receivers: Integrates with popular receivers from Denon, Yamaha, Trinnov, JBL, Anthem, Onkyo, Marantz, and more including receiver streaming systems such as HEOS and MusicCast. • Lighting and Thermostats: Lutron, Honeywell, Ecobee, SmartThings, Philips Hue, Vera, ISY, Insteon, WeMo. • DVR Guides: DVR control for DISH, TiVo, and DirecTV • Cameras: Monitor Arlo, Ring, HomeKit, RTSP, and other ONVIF cameras • Harmony hardbutton remote synchronization • Instant synchronization of your home configuration across multiple iOS devices • Configuration sharing with other family members and guests • Macros: Sequence precise control over your devices • Automation: Time or device events can execute command sequences such as turning on lights when a motion detector trips, shutting everything down at night, or sending a notification to the entire home. • Backup and Restore of configurations across Multiple Homes • Widgets for quick access to Recent Activities and Rooms Choose a level based on your needs: Unlimited: Unlimited Devices, Rooms, Activities, Homes + Guest Sharing One Room: 1 Home, 1 Room, 5 Activities, 8 Devices One Home: 1 Home, 5 Rooms of 8 Activities, 24 Devices • An always-on controller is required for some features such as Amazon Alexa Voice Control. For instance, a dedicated iPad or iPhone could be used that doubles as the remote for your Living Room. The always-on controller can also be the macOS or Apple TV edition of this app. Note that Roomie Voice Control and Siri control do not require an always-on device. • Some very old devices may not be controlled directly via Wi-Fi and require an adapter for infrared control. See roomieremote.com/check-compatibility to determine whether any of your devices need an adapter.
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Universal Remote: FAQ

Does Universal Remote offer an iPad version?

Yes, the software for Universal Remote is compatible with iPads.
The creator of Universal Remote is Roomie Remote, Inc.
The app needs iOS 16.1 or later to function properly.
With an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, Universal Remote is a must-have app for users.
Utilities Is The App Genre Of The Universal Remote App.
8.7.1 is the current version of Universal Remote.
The Universal Remote app was last updated on July 1, 2024.
Universal Remote was released on February 5, 2023.
Child-friendly content, no violence or scary images.
The Universal Remote app can be used in English, French, Spanish.
No, Universal Remote is not part of Apple Arcade.
Yes, you'll find in-app purchases featured in Universal Remote.
No, you cannot utilize Universal Remote with Apple Vision Pro.

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Reviews of Universal Remote

  • Long Hard Road

    I’ve been using this application for years all through the name changes etc. I can honestly say the application is finally matured enough to be usable for my application (LG OLED tv, Denon receiver, Fire tv stick). The programming has become more straight forward, the user interface while not overly colorful is at least intuitive and usable. Programming does not glitch anywhere’s as much as it used to. I have Govee lights to control which will be my next exercise. Much improved guys/gals. Thank you.
  • Once again it has broken my setup

    Who runs this product? I cringe every time there is an update, and this one is no exception. My volume controls for my denon receivers have all stopped working. Please for the love of the universe, stop making unnecessary changes. You are not going to replace HomeKit or google, pick your product area and your key customer and make them love your product. I expect that your goal is to to retain customers like me who have complex av systems and multi person families who benefit from ease of use of tech. If this is the case, you should be looking at existing configuration to find the most common components, setups, and integrations and then regression test simulated versions of them before you release new software. Seems to me you are testing new setups from scratch, and maybe that works fine, but you are always breaking your more tenured customers setups. I have managed to simplify my life in one system down to an appletv running everything, including on/off and volume - motivated by being able to stop using roomie. So for that system I have achieved a roomie-free situation that is perfect. For my theater, there is a lot more going on and it helps to have roomies ability to integrate and automation controls. Unfortunately instead of being excited about roomie, I spend time like a clever squirrel trying to find another path and look forward to the day I can finally fire you, and stop paying hundreds of dollars a year.

    Developer Response

    Designating your Primary Controller in the Homes panel as per the Setup Guide resolves that.
  • Functional but difficult to use

    While this app can actually control most devices, it is painful to configure and offers almost no control over the button layout.

    The user interface for setting up activities and commands violates almost every principle of good UX design — it will easily add hours to tasks that should take minutes. Simple commands are hidden in pop up menus in weird places, everything takes a million taps to complete a task, etc.

    I could forgive that… but the last straw was the complete lack of control over button layout. For example, the default for my A/V processor has a big volume control in the center, and a logo under it you can press to open a tray with every other command stuffed in it. Nothing else, tons of blank space to either side of the volume on my iPad. I can add custom buttons to the panel with the volume, but it gives zero control over position. It stacks them below the volume making the whole UI scroll rather than use all that blank space. Very frustrating.

    For how expensive this app is… it is something only the developer who wrote it could love.