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With TVRem, you can use iPhone as TV remote to control your smart TV easily and quickly - no more lost remotes or dead batteries.\nTVRem is a simple and reliable free TV remote app for iPhone that lets you take full control of your TV right from your phone. Use it to swipe through menus, type faster, search with your voice, and launch apps in a single tap.\n\nSupported TVs & Media Players\n\nThis universal remote control app is compatible with the most popular smart TVs and streaming devices:\nSamsung Smart TVs - from the latest models to many older ones.\nRoku - streaming players, Roku-branded TVs, and other TVs with Roku OS built in.\nFire TV - streaming players, Amazon Smart TVs, and other TVs with Fire TV built in.\nAndroid TV & Google TV - Android TVs, Chromecast with Google TV, and Google TV Streamers.\nLG Smart TVs - from the latest models to many older ones.\n\nKey Features\n\n• Full Control Over Your Smart TV \nManage your Smart TV directly from your iPhone or iPad with our free universal remote app. Adjust the volume, switch channels, and control playback from one place. Your iPhone becomes the only remote you’ll ever need.\n\n• Voice Control and Input\nTalk to your TV using Google Assistant or Alexa on supported models. Use your voice to search for shows, change channels, or even adjust the volume. And if you need to type something, just use your phone’s voice input instead of the on-screen keyboard. Hands-free, simple, and surprisingly smart.\n\n• Smart Keyboard Input\nType movie titles, passwords, or search queries right from your iPhone’s keyboard. With this iPhone remote app, you can forget about slow on-screen typing. Searching and entering text have never been this fast and convenient.\n\n• Touchpad Navigation\nNavigate your TV with smooth, intuitive gestures using this iPhone remote control app. Swipe to move and tap to select - just like using your phone. It’s simple, modern, and feels completely natural.\n\n• Quick App Launch\nLaunch Netflix, YouTube, or Prime Video without even picking up your TV remote. TVRem gives you seamless access to all your favorite streaming platforms. Everything you need is right at your fingertips.\n\nDownload this free universal remote app now and enjoy all the benefits of having your TV remote in your pocket at all times. TVRem - the only remote you need is already in your hand.\n\nTerms of Use and Privacy Policy: https://www.electronic.us/company/policies/\n\nTVRem is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the brands mentioned.","facts":{"developer_id":1458004179,"developer_url":"https://www.electronic.us/products/tvrem/","first_released":"2025-12-04T08:00:00Z","support_url":null,"privacy_url":null,"website_url":null,"app_version":"1.10","release_notes":"Added: new apps available for selection in Quick Access.\nFixed: issues with launching some apps.\nImproved: various minor improvements. 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