Google TV, apps, and an IR blaster can transform an old Android device into something useful.

Some phones have IR blasters to enable remote functions, but even if yours doesn't, you can do quite a lot over Bluetooth and ...

Patrick O'Rourke is XDA's News Editor and Entertainment Segment Lead. Previously, he was Pocket-lint's Editor-in-Chief, the Editor-in-Chief of Canadian tech publication MobileSyrup, and earlier in his ...

Bluetooth Remote (or BT Remote) turns your phone into a true smart TV remote using Bluetooth HID, so no Wi-Fi or TV app is needed. It works like a keyboard and mouse, offers an air mouse and full ...

A misplaced TV remote does not necessarily mean buying a replacement. An old Android phone or tablet can work as a TV remote for free, as long as the television supports mobile control. Most smart TVs ...

I have been looking for a universal TV remote app that just works without being annoying. Most of the ones I tried had some kind of catch. Some asked me to create an account before I could even ...

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

Solving Smart TV Issues Remotely with AnyDesk: AnyDesk, a free and versatile application available on the Google Play Store, offers a multi-device solution. Compatible with mobile phones, tablets, ...