Cable Remote Control Universal

Turn your infrared smartphone into a universal remote control

Universal Infrared Remote Control App

"Cable Remote Control Universal" is an app that transforms your infrared smartphone into a versatile remote control, compatible with a wide range of devices including cable and satellite receivers, TVs, DVD players, and LED bulbs. With support for thousands of models from brands like Sky, Directv, and Xfinity, you can easily manage your home entertainment system from just one device. Note that the app requires an infrared (IR) capable smartphone.
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By: JMBraga
Version: 8.5.8 (Last updated: 2024-10-30)
Version code: 155
Creation date: 2015-09-27
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.TRANSMIT_IR
  • android.permission.VIBRATE
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • com.bragasil.josemauricio.remotecontrol.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
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Size: 8.29M

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App summary

Cable Remote Control General Considerations:

With the Cable Remote Control you can control beyond your Cable or satelite receiver or other Set Top Box models (there are over a thousand controls), your TV, DVD, Home Theater, BD and more.

ATTENTION THIS APP ONLY WORKS ON SMARTPHONES WITH INFRARED (IR)

Now Cable Remote Control also compatible with LED bulbs and DVR

Cable Remote Control and Control STB Brands: Sky, Directv, Tivo, Digitalbox, AZbox, AZamerica, Duosat, Motorola, Xfinity, Samsung, Insignia, Sony, Philips, Philco, Technicolor, Comcast, Arris, Airtel, Changhong, Cisco, DigitalBox, Echostar Europe, Elsys, Google, Huawei, My Sky, Net Digital, Pace, Skybox, Sun Direct, Zinwell, etc.


Cable Remote Control Supported Xfinity Receiver Models: ALL Xfinity Receiver models

Cable Remote Control Supported ALL SKY Receiver Models:

* Cable Remote Control Supported Directv Receiver Models: ALL Directv models

* Cable Remote Control Supported DigitalBox Receiver Models: ALL DigitalBox models

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works with various cable boxes and TVs, especially those with infrared capabilities.
  • Provides a temporary solution for users without a working remote.
  • Free to download and use.
  • Some users find it effective for specific models despite limitations.
Cons
  • Requires a phone equipped with an infrared emitter, limiting compatibility.
  • Frequent ads and intrusive UI elements.
  • Privacy concerns regarding data collection and agreements.
  • Some functions missing or not working for specific set-top boxes.
Most mentioned
  • Infrared capability is essential for the app to work.
  • Issues with intrusive ads.
  • Privacy concerns raised by users.
  • Mixed experience with different devices and models.
User reviews
Couldn't use it. It never stops "loading"
by Eduardo Motta, 2024-11-21

This app is herbal please don't don't don't download this app because this app doesn't open this App opens then give you some something to accept I accepted that but even when it's not working so for me it's waste of mobile data
by putul_thakur, 2021-01-01

It will not replace a working remote but, it does the work while replacing the broken one. The buttons needs to be rearrange.
by Rafael Gorbea, 2020-11-21
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