How to use iPhone as a remote control for Android TV

Most Android TVs today have remotes with a limited number of buttons, making it difficult to control the TV. Whether it's navigating apps, changing settings, or typing something, using your TV's basic remote can be frustrating.

Luckily, you don't have to. If you're tired of using the directional keys, you can use your iPhone to do everything. Let's take a look at the process of using an iPhone as a remote to control your Android TV.

Requirements to control Android TV with iPhone

All you need to do to control Android TV with your iPhone is download the Google TV app on your iPhone and sign in with your Google account. Make sure to use the same account you use with Android TV.

Google TV app is one of the best TV remote control apps to control your Android TV. Next, make sure your iPhone and Android TV are on the same WiFi network for it to work properly. Additionally, you can also connect two devices via Bluetooth.

If you encounter any problems during setup, you can try to troubleshoot the errors. Restarting your TV and iPhone may also resolve the problem. If all else fails, you can also connect your Android phone to your TV.

How to use iPhone to control Android TV

The process of using an iPhone as a remote control for Android TV is quite simple. Here's what you need to do:

1. Launch the Google TV app on your iPhone and tap the TV nearby button in the bottom right corner.
2. You will see your Android TV on the Select a device list . Select it to connect.
3. Use the alphanumeric code on your TV to enter the 6-digit code on your iPhone to pair them.
4. Once paired, a virtual TV remote will appear on your iPhone screen.

You can use the on-screen buttons to control Android TV, or switch to the D-pad layout by tapping the three dots in the top right corner.

You can also use the Google Assistant button to give voice commands on Android TV. The Google TV app also lets you use your iPhone's keyboard to enter text when needed. The keyboard will automatically show up when you have to type something.

Once you're done using your iPhone as a remote and want to disconnect your Android TV from the app, tap the green TV icon next to your TV's name.

You can also switch between Android TVs if you have more than one in the house. Simply tap the name of the Android TV you're currently controlling and you'll once again get a list of available TVs nearby. Select the one you want to switch to and you're done.

David Pac

Update 20 October 2023