CetusPlay - TV Remote Server Receiver is a free utility that lets you control your smart TV with ease. It’s important to note that this app from CetusPlay Global only acts as the server for your television so that you can connect it to your mobile device, which will act as your universal remote.

CetusPlay - TV Remote Server Receiver is meant to be used on Android/Fire TVs, Fire TV/Sticks, and Android media boxes. The app will then work in tandem with the Fire TV Universal Remote Android TV KODI CetusPlay app, which you need to download on your phone or tablet to perform any necessary functions.

What can it do?

The CetusPlay - TV Remote Server Receiver is simple and straightforward. As a server for your smart TV, the app allows you to easily screencast local files from your mobile device onto your television. This includes photos, videos, music, documents, and even what websites you’re scrolling through on your device. You can even load M3U playlists on the app in order to watch live video feeds of your favorite channels. 

With the ability to quick launch TV apps from your device, you can save yourself the hassle of having to search for the right channel. This server also allows you to speed up your television’s performance by letting you clear your cache and get rid of any unnecessary files. Best of all, the app offers various navigation modes—Direction-Pad, Touch Pad, Keyboard mode, and Mouse mode—so you can find one you’re comfortable with.

Unfortunately, though, installing the app can be quite a pain to do, especially with multiple steps you need to take. Once you’ve downloaded the app, you’ll need to make sure that all of your devices are connected to the same WiFi connection in order to avoid connectivity issues. When using the app on a Fire TV or Stick, you’ll also need to make sure to run ADB debugging.

Maximize your smart TV’s functions

Despite the lengthy installation process, CetusPlay - TV Remote Server Receiver’s numerous features make it worth all the extra work. With its support for local file screencasting and the ability to play live M3U playlists, the app grants users endless ways to enjoy watching—or even just listening to—various media types. The variety of navigation options also ensures users can navigate the app comfortably.