i love this remote
lightweight, easy to understand and use, customizable. quickly replaced my google home app remote, analog tv remote, and vizio remote.
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Thanks so much for the kind words, glad it's working well for you!
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Transform your iPhone into a versatile remote for various smart TVs and home automation devices. Control entertainment, lighting, and more with customizable layouts and macros. It also functions as a game controller for emulators.
✓Universal TV remote control
✓Home Assistant integration
✓Game controller for emulators
✓Customizable macros
✓AirPlay mirroring
✓Widgets and Control Center buttons
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What's New in Demote
2.1.13
November 12, 2026
• New: after you first connect a TV, Demote asks "Did it connect?" If it didn't, you get a quick checklist and an easy way to tell us about your TV. • Haptics feel more natural: taps, swipes and confirmations each have their own feel, at the right strength on every phone. • Game controller: smoother sticks and trackpads, a visible volume pad, a right stick and L2/R2 on Redmond for emulators, bigger Gaben 2 pads, and a 4-way d-pad on most TVs. • Empty slots stay out of your way while you play; hold one to add a button. • A quick double tap always reaches the TV in order.
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What TVs does Demote support?
Demote supports a wide range of smart TVs including Google TV, Roku TVs, Apple TV, Samsung (2016+), LG webOS, Vizio SmartCast, Sony Bravia, and most Panasonic Viera TVs. Your iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
Does Demote have ads?
No, Demote is ad-free. The developer explicitly states that nothing that is free today will ever become paid, and there are no ads, accounts, or subscriptions required.
Can Demote control Home Assistant devices?
Yes, Demote integrates with Home Assistant. You can fill panes with scenes, lights, switches, fans, and media from your Home Assistant areas, and use 'Assist' to control them via voice.
How does Demote work as a game controller?
When turned sideways, Demote offers ten free controller layouts for TV games and emulators. It can send remote keys to the TV or act as an emulator mode controller over Wi-Fi for PC emulators supporting DSU.
What is the pricing for Demote?
Demote is completely free to use. All features currently available for free, including Home Assistant integration, button packs, and controller layouts, will remain free.
How often is Demote updated?
The latest version of Demote is 2.1.11, last updated on November 6, 2026. This indicates a relatively frequent update cycle for the application.
Is Demote suitable for older iPhones?
Demote is designed for iPhone Duo and iPad, and is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires iOS 18 for Lock Screen and Control Center buttons.
Can I create custom macros with Demote?
Yes, Demote allows you to create macros that can perform multiple actions with a single button press. You can start from a template, customize it, and use it to automate tasks like waking the TV, dimming lights, and opening apps.
