# TV Remote Control for LG TV

> Simple and easy to use remote control app to control LG TV and Samsung TV

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `ir.tv.remote.control.samcontrol`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Backslash
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2,795,026
- **Rating:** 4.46 / 5 (54,331 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.9.4-release
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-27
- **First published:** 2015-09-05
- **Publisher country:** EE
- **Size:** 20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ir.tv.remote.control.samcontrol)
- **Website:** [https://backslash.ltd](https://backslash.ltd/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/privacy/view/7da59e6e6cfff68aaf6b8722da185f45](https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/privacy/view/7da59e6e6cfff68aaf6b8722da185f45)

## Description

**TV Remote Control for LG TV** is a simple and user-friendly infrared remote app designed for LG and Samsung TV models from around 2005 to the present day. It replicates the original remote's layout and functionality exactly, so there's no need to learn new controls—just point your phone's IR blaster at the TV and control it with ease. The app supports a wide range of Android devices equipped with IR blasters, making it a convenient alternative if you misplaced your original remote.

Featuring all common control functions, this app mimics the infrared remote experience, providing reliable and responsive control within a typical range of 3 to 15 feet. While internet-specific buttons may not operate on older TV models without online capabilities, the core remote features work seamlessly. Download this app for a hassle-free and authentic TV remote control experience.

## Rankings

- #36,274 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.TRANSMIT_IR`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `ir.tv.remote.control.samcontrol.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for its simplicity and IR-based, internet-free control, with fast setup and good TV discovery. However, many report flaky connections, intrusive ads, and device limitations due to reliance on IR hardware. Occasional instability and reinstalls also appear, and a few express concern about data usage or malware.

### Pros

- Simple and easy-to-use interface with minimal ads
- IR-based remote control that works without internet and can power TV on/off
- Fast setup and quick TV discovery
- Broad device compatibility including older Android devices with IR blaster
- Generally strong performance when connected / praised for reliability when it works

### Cons

- Connection is flaky and drops; starts fine but stops working
- Ads can be intrusive and overlap buttons or appear frequently
- Requires IR blaster hardware; not usable on devices without IR
- App instability leading to crashes or need to reinstall
- Some users worry about data usage or potential malware

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