The app displays all your Fire TV apps in a single list for quick launching, too. And don't worry if you have multiple Fire TVs; the remote app makes it easy to switch between different units.

Losing a TV remote is a very common yet annoying problem. Relaxing in front of the TV is one of modern society's guilty ...

That's it! You can now use your phone as a remote control for your Vizio Smartcast TV. By using the app remote, you also get access to some features not available on the regular physical remote.

If your TV supports Bixby, you can also use voice commands to open apps, change channels, and control media playback. For a more remote-like experience, you can even turn your phone into a virtual ...

The Google Home app has been updated with an improved mobile-based remote for compatible smart TVs. Just set up your “Works with Google” compatible device in the app and control it directly.

With TV Remote 2, the app is more customizable than ever. For instance, it now features theme options so that users can change the appearance of their virtual remote control.