# Universal Remote Control

> Universal Remote Control Free . Phones or tablets with IR sensor required.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pir.remote.control](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pir.remote.control)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.pir.remote.control`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Super IR
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 2,404,132
- **Rating:** 2.34 / 5 (3,058 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.15
- **Last updated:** 2020-12-26
- **First published:** 2015-10-01
- **Data as of:** 2025-05-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pir.remote.control)
- **Website:** [http://www.superir.net](http://www.superir.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://superir.net/privacy.html](http://superir.net/privacy.html)

## Description

Universal Remote Control is a free Android app requiring phones or tablets equipped with an infrared (IR) blaster. It supports popular devices including Samsung Galaxy S4, S5, S6, Note series, LG G and V series, Xiaomi Mi, Redmi, Lenovo, ZTE, and others with IR emitters.

This versatile remote app can control a variety of devices such as TVs, cable boxes, air conditioners, DVD/Blu-ray players, projectors, home cinema systems, car audio, game consoles, DSLR cameras, and RGB LED lighting. It features an IR scanner to find compatible brands like Sony, Philips, RCA, Emerson, Cisco, as well as climate control devices like Carrier, Daikin, Haier, Mitsubishi, and more.

Advanced options include adding external IR codes for unsupported devices, voice control functionality, and email support for adding new devices. This makes Universal Remote Control an all-in-one solution for managing your home entertainment and climate devices conveniently from your smartphone or tablet.

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's ability to work as a universal remote for certain devices and its simplicity. However, many are frustrated by the overwhelming ads, lack of support for all brands, frequent crashes, and a bare-bones, sometimes confusing interface. The app requests location access unnecessarily, which raises privacy concerns. Despite these issues, some users found it invaluable for replacing lost remotes on obscure devices.

### Pros

- Works effectively as a universal remote for some obscure or less common brands.
- Simple and easy to use interface for those who can navigate it.
- Can replace lost or broken original remotes when compatible codes are found.

### Cons

- Excessive and intrusive advertisements interrupt user experience.
- Does not support all brands or devices, lacking updates for some brands like Philips.
- App crashes or force closes frequently on some devices.
- Interface is basic and can be confusing or daunting for less technical users.
- Requests unnecessary permissions such as location access without clear justification.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pir.remote.control)