# Universal Remote Control F

> Universal Remote Control F . It works with phones or tablets with IR blaster.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.spw.universal.remote.control`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Super IR N
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 4,881,302
- **Rating:** 2.64 / 5 (8,556 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.37
- **Last updated:** 2023-09-17
- **First published:** 2015-11-17
- **Publisher country:** GR
- **Size:** 9.22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spw.universal.remote.control)
- **Website:** [http://www.superir.net](http://www.superir.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.superir.net/privacy.html](http://www.superir.net/privacy.html)

## Description

Universal Remote Control F is a versatile Chrome extension designed to turn your phone or tablet with an IR blaster into a powerful universal remote. Compatible with a wide range of devices including Xiaomi, Redmi, Huawei, Honor, Samsung, LG, Lenovo, and more, it supports controlling TVs, cable boxes, air conditioners, DVD players, projectors, home cinemas, car audio systems, game consoles, DSLR cameras, and RGB LEDs.

Equipped with IR scanner tools, the app easily detects devices from various popular brands such as Sony, Philips, Carrier, Mitsubishi, Panasonic and many others. Users can quickly access their favorite remotes and even request additional device support through the help website or email. This extension streamlines your device control experience by consolidating multiple remotes into one intuitive interface.

## Rankings

- #24,643 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.TRANSMIT_IR`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Reviews are mixed: a number of users strongly praise the app, but a larger share report it fails to work, won’t connect or open, and lacks support for many device models. Users also ask for updates/upgrades and express trust concerns (fake/scam).

### Pros

- Several users praise the app as excellent/very good or 'best remote ever'
- Multiple short positive/neutral comments (Good/Ok) indicate it works for some users
- Implied ease-of-use for those who report it works

### Cons

- Many users report it does not work, does nothing, won’t connect or won’t open
- Frequent complaints about missing device support — many specific receivers/brands are not available
- Requests for updates or upgrades; users say the app needs updates and improvements
- Several reviewers call it fake/scam or otherwise unreliable

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