In this guide we’ll explain how to use your Android phone or tablet as a remote control. Instead of buying an expensive universal remote, control your Android TV, NVIDIA Shield and more with Android.

The standard Android TV remote control app leaves a lot to be desired. On the positive side, the app’s functionality is not terrible. It works most of the time and can really be a life-saver when you ...

Users can turn on their TVs, navigate menus and type in logins and search terms on their phones, no TV remote required. David leads the editorial team at CNET. We create expert reviews, articles and ...

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Yesterday at its I/O developer conference, Google introduced its new take on bringing the power of Android to the living room with Android TV. Google’s new “L” version of Android will power set-top ...

Android TV is getting some brand-new remote-control features by way of your Android smartphone. Google announced the news today at its annual Google I/O developer conference. See, Google knows the ...

Google TV app, previously known as Play Movies and TV, is now getting a major upgrade that would add a new feature from the company to control Android TV via Bluetooth and WiFi and act as a Universal ...

Cody has been writing with Android Police for ten years. While best known for the hundreds of APK Teardowns and breaking news on many of Google’s new products and services, he also covers deeper ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Google announced a bit of fantastic news for Android TV OS and Google TV users at Google I/O this week: a ...

Chinese chip maker Rockchip has released a new tool that lets you remote control an Android 4.2 device with a Rockchip RK3188 using pretty much any Android phone or tablet. In other words, you can ...

Now family members with iPhones can control the TV, too. I’m a managing editor at PCMag.com focused on PC hardware. Reading this during the day? Then you've caught me testing gear and editing reviews ...

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