To use your Android smartphone as a remote control, follow these steps:
- Download the SURE application.
- Click on "Add."
- Choose an infrared or Wi-Fi connection.
- Select the brand and type of device.
- Wait for the scanning result of your device.
Changing Channels without a Remote Control
If your television is not connected to the internet but you have an Android device with an infrared (IR) port, you can use a remote control application. This application can be used to control the television through a specially created app.
Checking if Your Phone Has Infrared
To check if your phone has infrared, physically examine the top part of your phone. Look for a small dark red dot similar to a TV remote control.
Using Your Phone as a Modem
To use your phone as a modem, follow these steps:
- Activate the hotspot on your Android device.
- Go to the Settings menu and select "Connection," "Wi-Fi Router," or "Tethering."
- Find the necessary information to establish a connection with other devices.
Making Payments with Your Phone
If you have an Android device, download the Google Pay app from the Google Play Store before using your phone for payments. Then, sign in to your Google account and add a debit or credit card that is compatible with mobile payments.
What to Do if the Remote Control Doesn’t Work
If the remote control doesn’t work due to a bad battery contact or static electricity, you may need to reset the factory settings to resolve the issue. Remove the batteries from the remote control and hold down the power button for about three seconds.
Changing TV Channels
To change TV channels, follow these steps:
- Press the HOME button.
- Select "Settings."
- Choose "Watch TV," "Channels," "Digital Settings," "Automatic DTT Channel Search for TV," and "Manage Stored Channel List."
- Select the program you want to move.
Using the SmartThings App to Control a Samsung TV without a Remote Control
If your SmartThings app is set up and connected to your Samsung TV, simply open the app and start changing channels on your TV. It’s that simple.
Smartphones with Infrared
Some smartphones that have infrared capabilities include Huawei, Apple, Blu, Infinix, Meizu, Micromax, Oppo, and Sonim.
Purpose of the Infrared Port on Smartphones
The infrared or IR blaster interface, which allows you to use your phone as a remote control or change TV channels, is among the most underestimated and often overlooked functions of modern Android smartphones.