# TV Remote Control “Universo” — Universal Remote for Smart TVs

> Universal smart TV and streaming device remote control for iOS. (iPhone/iPad app by Nemo Apps LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nemo Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/428814324)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,938 App Store ratings · 141 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 119 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Filipino, Finnish, French (France) and 23 more
- Released: 2024-03-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483/reviews.md

## What is TV Remote Control “Universo”?

Turn your iPhone and iPad into a universal remote control and companion for smart televisions and streaming devices.

Simplify Entertainment
• Tired of digging through sofa cushions for a lost remote? With this app, a fully functional remote control is always a tap away.
• Set up your TV in 30 seconds or less.

Universally Compatible
• All major brands of TVs and streaming devices supported. See our full list below. 

Multi-Device Support
• Control all your TVs and devices in one place. One tap switches between them.
• You can even make a "combo" remote that controls your TV and streaming stick together - no juggling.

Captions and Subtitles, on the side
• Instead of covering the movie action with text, display captions and subtitles on your second screen: an iPhone or iPad.

Easy navigation control
• With an integrated d-pad / touchpad, you can tap or use swipe gestures to navigate TV menus.
• Designed so your eyes stay on the TV screen, not your phone.
• One long swipe skips multiple steps at once.

Time Jumper for YouTube
• Get to the good parts of a YouTube video like a pro.
• Slide slowly for precision control over the current play position.
• Flick fast to leap across to different scenes.

Photo and Video Casting
• Throw your photos and home movies onto the big screen in seconds.

Keyboard Input and Voice Search
• Type on your TV with the iOS keyboard under your fingertips — or just speak.

Design Your Perfect Remote
• Make quick access buttons for your favorite TV apps and inputs.
• Launch apps like YouTube, Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney with one tap.
• Direct switch to TV inputs/sources like HDMI1, HDMI2, or Antenna (“Live TV”).
• Go minimal or load it up with all the buttons.
• Style your remote in finishes like Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold, and Obsidian.

All the Regulars
• Power on/off. This app uses Wake-on-LAN (WoL) to power on TVs that support it.
• Standard media buttons like play, pause, rewind and fast-forward.
• Change channels with channel up/down buttons and numpad.
• Audio buttons for volume control and mute. On remote controls for streaming devices, these buttons can control the companion TV.

How Does This App Work?
• It connects with your TV securely on your home wireless network. It doesn’t use IR (Infrared) like a traditional remote control.
• It uses Apple Bonjour (zeroconf) and UPnP discovery to find devices on your home network automatically.
• Some surprise benefits of Wi-Fi control: 
    + You don’t need to point your phone at the TV for it to work.
    + There is no cross-interference between two TVs.
    + If your roommate is playing the TV too loud, turn it down from the other room.


Compatibility

Supported platforms
• Roku
• Google TV
• Fire TV OS
• Samsung Tizen
• LG WebOS

Supported devices
• Amazon Fire TV Stick
• Roku Streaming Stick
• Google Chromecast
• Nvidia Shield
• Xiaomi Mi TV Stick

Supported TV sets
• Samsung (2016+)
• LG
• Sony
• Vizio (2016+)
• TCL
• Hisense
• Sharp
• Toshiba
Also: Philips, Insignia, Panasonic, JVC, RCA, Onn, Element, Magnavox, Grundig, Onida, OnePlus, Realme, Xiaomi, Skyworth, Blaupunkt, Metz, XGIMI, Haier, Pioneer, Westinghouse

This app is not affiliated with the TV brands mentioned here. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.

We try to make the most out of the functionality offered by the TV platform for control by apps. But the capabilities offered vary by manufacturer and model. So some of the remote control features listed here may not be available for your TV.

Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

## Key features

- Universal remote control
- Multi-device support
- Second screen for captions
- Keyboard and voice input
- Photo and video casting
- Customizable quick access buttons
- Wake-on-LAN support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Annual | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of TV Remote Control “Universo”?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Works perfectly
- 👍 Top tier app
- 👍 Excellent remote
- 👍 It works
- 👍 Functional
- 👍 Works like a charm
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Nice
- 👍 Better than the originals
- 👍 Great gadget
- 👍 A MUST have App
- 👍 Great remote
- 👍 Excellent
- 👍 Works well

**Cons**

- 🐛 Doesn't always work
- 🐛 Bugs non stop
- 🔒 Can't cancel
- 🐛 Doesn't work with Philips TV and 4k Firestick 1st Gen
- 🐛 Can't turn the tv on

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Automatically signed you up and won't let you cancel it
- Doesn't work with Sky
- Keep Asking for permission every time I use it
- Doesn't connect to small mi TV

**Most requested features**

- Add flex capability to remote
- Add Stremio / Kodi to loadable app list
- Volume doesn't work when using Nvidia Sheld via AV receiver
- Different skins
- Custom buttons/ remote layouts for remotes with specialist or useful buttons
- PC mouse and keyboard and other shortcuts + shutdown timers /Wake on LAN
- Sky Q support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 141)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-remote-control-universo/id6478243483/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Takes too long

*2026-08-12*

Ok app works well however takes a century to connect to the device

### 5/5 — Tv Remote Control “Universal”

*2026-07-13, version 3.6.0*

ASWOME
And you

### 5/5 — tao de parabens

*2026-06-14*

me sinto honrado com a presença deste aplicativo, obrigado senhores pela benção que concedeu a vós 🫡🧎‍➡️👨🏿‍🦯🙈🙉🙊🫎🌳🪐🫯🫯🫯🍑🍑🍌

### 3/5 — No directions to change internet information

*2026-06-10*

I can’t use it anymore. Please help them I will change review

### 5/5 — Bruno S Mendez

*2026-05-30, version 3.6.0*

Bruno Mendez

### 5/5 — Legendary

*2026-05-11*

Oh I do like  to be beside the seaside. I do like to be beside the SEA 🎯

### 5/5 — Good buy

*2026-05-09*

I’ve had this for a couple of years and love it, never any issues, worth the monthly price.

### 5/5 — Amazing…

*2026-05-01*

Amazing…

### 5/5 — Sala

*2026-03-19*

Bom

### 1/5 — Worse experience

*2026-02-07*

Never connect with tv , horrible app

## Frequently asked questions about TV Remote Control “Universo”

### What does the TV Remote Control “Universo” app do?

This app turns your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote control for smart televisions and streaming devices. It allows you to control multiple devices, cast media, use keyboard and voice input, and customize quick access buttons for apps and inputs.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include universal remote control capabilities, multi-device support, using a second screen for captions, keyboard and voice input, photo and video casting, customizable quick access buttons, and Wake-on-LAN support for powering on compatible TVs.

### How much does the TV Remote Control “Universo” app cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means some advanced features or customization options may require a purchase.

### What devices and TVs are compatible with this app?

The app supports major brands of TVs and streaming devices, including Roku, Google TV, Fire TV OS, Samsung Tizen, LG WebOS, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku Streaming Stick, Google Chromecast, Nvidia Shield, and Xiaomi Mi TV Stick. It also supports many Samsung (2016+), LG, Sony, Vizio (2016+), TCL, Hisense, Sharp, Toshiba, and Philips TVs.

### How does this app connect to my TV?

The app connects securely to your TV over your home wireless network using Wi-Fi. It does not use infrared (IR) like traditional remotes. It automatically discovers devices on your network using Apple Bonjour and UPnP.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.0 — 2026-04-30

Improvements to make photo and video casting more reliable, and to reduce requests to re-pair the TV connection

### 3.5.0 — 2026-02-20

Now available in 10 more languages for our friends around the world

### 3.4.0 — 2026-01-15

This release fixes some bugs to improve TV control.

### 3.3.0 — 2025-12-25

This release introduces two great new features: 1.) the capability to fully design your remote control to your own liking, 2.) the ability to show closed captions and subtitles for TV programs on your iPhone or iPad.

### 3.2.0 — 2025-11-01

Thank you for your encouraging messages. :-) This version includes a few bug fixes.

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