# eMote — A remote for eReaders

> eReader remote control for phones and Apple Watches. (iPhone/iPad app by Jeff Chimney.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emote/id6757416135 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jeff Chimney](https://appshunter.io/developer/995119060)
- Category: Books, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emote/id6757416135/reviews.md

## What is eMote?

** NOTE: Kindles are not Bluetooth compatible and will not work with eMote **

Now that we've covered that:

Turn pages. Stay immersed.

eMote turns your phone and your Apple Watch into a simple remote for your eReader.

Whether you're reading in bed, exercising on a stationary bike or treadmill, or simply enjoying a good book, eMote keeps the pages turning without breaking your flow.

## Key features

- Page turning
- Phone remote
- Apple Watch remote
- Hands-free reading
- Immersive reading experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emote/id6757416135/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 워치 더블탭으로 이북 리모컨을 대체할 수 있어서 너무 좋아요!

*2026-06-03*

아직 더블 탭 제스처 인식(진동) 그리고 넘기기 동작(진동) 두 번 진동이 울리고 조금 인식에 지연이 있는 점만 빼면 다른 블루투스 리모컨 없이 독서 할 수 있어서 너무 좋아요. 워치 특성상 팔을 기울이면 화면이 꺼져서 다시 들어 깨워야 하는 부분도 아쉽지만 손이 자유로워서 좋았어요

### 5/5 — A life saver

*2026-06-03*

Thanks for the great app. It does the job.

### 5/5 — Such a useful tool

*2026-02-10*

I use this whenever my clicker is out of reach it is awesome and I ca use it on my watch!

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2026-01-29*

Absolutely amazing! Thank you for making this app 💗 also, the Apple Watch feature is chefs kiss 10/10. Releasing this as a free app in the sea of apps demanding monthly subs is so based and I’m going to give you a tip RIGHT NOW

### 5/5 — Best!

*2026-01-22*

Works great! No complaints at all and makes both my hands more free to do stuff 😏😏😏

### 5/5 — Wow, works great!

*2026-01-21*

Simply works and works well. Even works with AppleWatch and double tap. Very useful and well designed.

### 5/5 — Really great app; can’t believe it’s free

*2026-01-20*

It even supports the Double Tap gesture on Apple Watch for turning to the next page. Thank you to the developer for releasing it for free!

### 5/5 — Effective and convenient

*2026-01-20*

I use my Kobo reader in a stand a lot of the time. This remote works great for those times I’m unable to reach to turn pages. Pairing was a quick and simple process.

### 5/5 — Simple yet fantastic

*2026-01-15*

Works fast, simple (as it should be) completely ad free.

## Frequently asked questions about eMote

### What devices does eMote support?

eMote is designed for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. It allows you to use your phone or smartwatch as a remote for your eReader.

### How does eMote help with reading?

eMote allows you to turn pages on your eReader using your phone or Apple Watch, enabling a more immersive reading experience without breaking your flow, especially during activities like exercising.

### Is eMote free to use?

Yes, eMote is free to download and use. It also offers in-app purchases for additional functionality.

### Does eMote have ads?

No, eMote does not contain advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted reading experience.

### What is the age rating for eMote?

eMote has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is eMote updated?

The latest version, 1.4, was released on February 24, 2026, indicating active development and regular updates.

### What do users think of eMote?

eMote has received excellent user feedback, holding a perfect 5.0-star rating from 16 reviews.

### Can I use eMote with any eReader?

The description focuses on eMote acting as a remote for eReaders, implying compatibility with various eReader devices, though specific models are not listed.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2026-08-01

New in Version 1.6:

- Rebuilt and more reliable Bluetooth connection. Manual Advertisement refresh available when no devices are connected to help with problem reconnection.
- Fixed runaway page turns. Rapid tapping could leave a key "stuck," causing pages to keep turning on their own. Releases are now guaranteed to be delivered.
- Your Apple Watch can now wake the connection. Opening the eMote Watch app gets your iPhone ready to connect while it stays in your pocket.
- Fixed rapid page turns sometimes making eMote think it had disconnected when it hadn't.
- Page turns no longer leak to other connected devices like a Mac or iPad when you have an active device set.
- Compatible readers now shows your phone's true battery level even after the app has been relaunched in the background.
- Refreshed app icon with higher contrast in dark and tinted modes.
- Devices can be managed from the Devices panel in Settings. Delete a device by swiping left and it will be removed from your options to connect to on the main screen.

### 1.5 — 2026-04-22

What’s New in 1.5

Navigation & Gestures
•	Custom Gestures: You can now choose whether specific gestures page forward or backward.
•	Full-Screen Tap: Added a new gesture option to page through content by tapping anywhere on the screen.

Design & Customization
•	New Theming: A new system-wide theming engine for deeper visual customization.
•	Alternative App Icons: Added several new icon options to match your home screen aesthetic.

Performance & Stability
•	Improved background logging to help identify and fix technical issues faster.
•	Improved how the app handles Bluetooth connections.

### 1.4 — 2026-02-24

What's new in 1.4:
  - Active device name is now shown at the top of the remote screen
  - Tap the status indicator to quickly switch between and rename paired devices
  - Improved background Bluetooth persistence
  - General Bluetooth reliability improvements

Notes:
- Kobos and some other readers with a limited bluetooth implementation need to be reconnected to from the bluetooth page after long sessions. They shouldn't need to be re-paired and once eMote is tapped they should reconnect properly.

### 1.3 — 2026-02-04

What’s New in eMote 1.3

Highlight Feature: Multi-Device Management
This update helps you keep track of multiple devices and target one at a time to avoid unexpected input on other devices.
• Device Naming: Name your newly paired devices or rename existing ones (e.g., "Jeff's Kobo" vs. "Mom's iPad").
• Active Device Selection: A new "Active Device" setting ensures commands are only sent to the specific device you are currently reading on.
• New Menu Layout: I've reorganized the menu to give "Devices" its own dedicated space.

Bug Fixes and Improvements
• Swipe-and-Hold to Scroll: Added support for swipe and hold to page quickly or scroll if scrolling is supported (vertical paging infinite scrolls).
• "Vertical Paging" setting now sends advance and reverse page commands, which will help with manga and other reading formats.
• Improved Connection Logic: Overhauled how the app handles backgrounding and long reading breaks.
• Apple Watch Reading Mode: Added a long-press gesture for a lower-power mode to preserve battery during long sessions.
• New Controls: Added a dedicated Sleep/Wake button toggle.

### 1.2 — 2026-01-20

What’s New in eMote 1.2

Highlight Feature:
An Apple Watch companion app is now available. Once the iOS app is paired with an eReader, your Apple Watch can be used to turn pages in three ways:
  • Tapping the screen
  • Turning the Digital Crown
  • Using the double-pinch gesture (advances pages only)

Bug fixes and improvements
  • Added a Hidden Features section in Settings to explain features that aren’t immediately discoverable
  • Improved reliability of the volume button page-turning feature
  • Added a Restart Advertising option to help recover from connection issues without clearing all pairings

## Related topics

[emote](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/emote) · [page turner](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/page-turner)

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