Remote Control for TV is a free utility application for mobile devices coming from developer Universal Electric Appliances Remote Control. It is a universal remote control app that supports a wide variety of TV from various brands. It boasts a simple setup process and works via infrared signal transmissions.

Similar to UniMote - Universal Smart TV Remote Control or Peel Smart Remote, Remote Control for TV can serve as an alternative controller to the remotes that come with TVs in case they get broken. Depending on the model, it can provide the same level of options and features to users.

TV remote alternative

With so many household appliances like TVs available in the market today, boasting features that are accessible via remote controls, it can be hard to keep track of everything. That is why universal remote controls were invented as all-in-one solutions, but they're susceptible to breaking over time. Enter apps like Remote Control for TV which offers the same benefits using just your mobile device.

To add a new device, tap on the + icon, and find your specific brand from the list of options to pair with it. Once chosen, point your device toward your TV and tap on the Power button. You will then be asked to assign a name to it to finish the pairing process. From there, you can start using it as you would any physical remote.

Remote Control for TV's user interface is clean and minimalist, with large buttons for easier taps and navigation. Dig deeper into the menus and you can access and configure the extra options and features of your specific TV model. Speaking of, just be aware that there are still some brands it's not able to recognize. Also, the ads can be too much at times, bordering on annoying.

Handy backup

If you've experienced having your remote control break on you and you can't find a replacement, give the Remote Control for TV a try. It's easy to use and there are plenty of different brands supported. The UI is also quite nice to use and navigate. The ads can be intrusive at times, but aside from that this one is worth a shot.