Transform your smartphone into a powerful smart TV remote. Easily control your TV, cast media, and navigate apps with a user-friendly interface. Connects instantly over Wi-Fi for a seamless experience.
1.8
November 5, 2026
• Smoother pairing: no more new codes popping up while you type, and closing the pairing screen now cancels it • Clearer messages that say what went wrong for your TV brand • Roku: the app now checks the TV is reachable and tells you if "Control by mobile apps" is turned off • First scan waits for the Local Network permission, so your TV is found after you tap Allow • Bug fixes and stability improvements
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Thank you so much, Xander! We are really glad Universal TV Remote is working well for you. If you ever have trouble connecting, just make sure your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network and try again. - The Universal TV Remote team
Yes, Universal TV Remote contains advertisements. This is common for free utility apps that offer in-app purchases for premium features.
Universal TV Remote offers monthly and yearly subscription plans. The monthly plan costs $6.99 with a 3-day free trial, and the yearly plan is $49.99 with a 7-day free trial.
You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
Universal TV Remote works with many smart TVs and streaming devices, including Samsung, LG, Roku, and Android TV/Google TV, provided your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.
Universal TV Remote has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users. The app's functionality is focused on controlling smart TVs and casting media.
The latest version of Universal TV Remote is 1.8, which was last updated on November 5, 2026. Updates typically bring new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
The precision touchpad allows for smooth, fast navigation of your TV interface, which is generally easier and more intuitive than repeatedly tapping arrow buttons.
No, both your phone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not a guest network) for Universal TV Remote to function correctly.
