# Universal TV Remote Control > The Universal TV Remote Control App for Smart TVs and IR TVs with easy setup Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gp.universalremote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gp.universalremote) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.gp.universalremote` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** i6 Games - **Category:** TOOLS - **Downloads:** 6,152,091 - **Rating:** 4.18 / 5 (19,320 ratings) - **Version:** 2.4 - **Last updated:** 2023-11-22 - **First published:** 2019-03-22 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 6.49 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-12 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gp.universalremote) - **Website:** [https://brandonappstudios.web.app/](https://brandonappstudios.web.app/) - **Privacy policy:** [http://toolsandsecuritydevelopers.blogspot.com/2018/06/privacy-policy.html](http://toolsandsecuritydevelopers.blogspot.com/2018/06/privacy-policy.html) ## Description **Universal TV Remote Control** is a versatile app that transforms your phone into a powerful remote for Smart TVs and IR TVs. For Smart TVs, simply connect your phone and TV to the same WiFi network. For IR TVs, your phone must feature a built-in infrared transmitter to send commands. The app offers a full suite of functions including voice search, power on/off, volume and mute controls, channel navigation, multimedia casting, mouse navigation, and keyboard input. It supports a wide range of TV brands such as Samsung, LG, Sony, Panasonic, Vizio, and many more. Beyond TVs, it also supports set-top boxes, air conditioners, cameras, projectors, A/V receivers, and DVD players from various renowned brands. Forget the hassle of multiple remotes; with Universal TV Remote Control, your phone becomes the central hub for managing your electronic devices. Whether you've misplaced your physical remote or want to prank friends, this app delivers convenient and smart control right at your fingertips. ## Rankings - #20,684 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `.permission.C2D_MESSAGE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.GET_INTENT_SENDER_INTENT` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO` - `android.permission.TRANSMIT_IR` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM` - `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT` - `com.android.launcher.permission.UNINSTALL_SHORTCUT` - `com.android.setting.permission.ALLSHARE_CAST_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.gp.universalremote.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Review summary User reviews are mixed but skew negative: the top complaints are crashes/launch failures, poor reliability and brand compatibility (Samsung, Vizio, Intex), and frequent intrusive ads. At the same time many short positive comments (Good/Nice/Great) appear, and a few users say it works for their device. Overall users report inconsistent performance and heavy advertising. ### Pros - Many users left brief positive feedback (Good, Nice, Great, Excellent) indicating some satisfaction. - Several reviewers explicitly say they love the app or are happy with it. - A few users report it works on at least some devices. ### Cons - App crashes or won’t open on startup (multiple reports). - App doesn’t work or is unreliable for controlling many TVs. - Missing support for specific TV brands (reports mentioning Samsung, Vizio, Intex). - Intrusive and frequent ads; some users call it mostly an advertising app. - Multiple reviewers call it worthless or a waste because it fails to function. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Universal TV Remote App-IR](https://chrome-stats.com/d/universal.tv.remote.control.smarttvremote.universaltvremote) — 84,257 users, 3.38 / 5 - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.rama.remote.control) — 28 users - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tvremote.screenmirror.android.remote) — 164,877 users, 3.14 / 5 - [Remote Control For TV: IR TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.smart.tv.remote.control.dynamic) — 2,970 users - [Universal Tv Remote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universaltv.remote) — 868 users - [Universal TV Remote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universaltv.remote.apps) — 161 users - [TV Remote Control - Universal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tet.universal.tv.remote.for.all) — 934,984 users, 3.30 / 5 - [Universal Tv Remote-Cast to TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universal.tv.ir.remote.control) — 69,212 users - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mclib.universaltv.remotecontrol) — 186,832 users, 4.00 / 5 - [Universal TV Remote for All TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universal.tv.remote.smartremotecontrol.universaltvremote.androidtv.remotecontroller.appzombies) — 1,743 users - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.momex.firestick.remoteforall.tv) — 2,569 users - [Universal TV Remote Control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.universal_tv_control.tv.remote.control.controlla.remoteapp) — 306 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gp.universalremote)