Smart IR Remote

Overview

Smart IR Remote turns a compatible Android phone or tablet into a control interface for home electronics. It can send infrared commands when the device has an IR blaster, and the source also describes Wi-Fi control for supported brands, including Sonos, Samsung, Sharp, and Philips. Rather than keeping separate controls for a television, set-top box, and surround system, you can bring compatible device controls together and tailor their layout. The app is listed for Android 4.0.3 and later; the source notes that some IR-capable phones, including certain Samsung Galaxy and HTC models, are associated with Android 4.4 or higher.

What You Can Do

⭐ Set up controls for compatible electronics. The source says the device database covers more than 900,000 devices, and gives examples of combining surround-system volume, set-top-box channels, and TV display settings in one interface.

⭐ Customize a remote by rearranging buttons and changing their colors, positions, text, and icons, so frequently used controls can be placed where they suit your preferences.

⭐ Create macros that send multiple commands with a single touch. This can combine actions into one control rather than requiring separate button presses.

⭐ Use automated tasks to run commands without interaction; the source gives muting during a call as an example. Tasker integration is also listed.

⭐ Open floating remotes while using other apps, or use voice commands through Google Now. Air gestures are listed as an option limited to the Galaxy S4.

⭐ Control supported devices through Wi-Fi when available, including named brands such as Sonos, Samsung, Sharp, and Philips. The source says this can work without a phone IR blaster.

Using the App

Choose compatible devices and arrange their controls to suit how you use them. For infrared operation, the phone needs suitable IR hardware; Wi-Fi control depends on device and brand support. Macros, automated tasks, voice commands, and floating remotes provide alternate ways to access or trigger controls. The listing describes a basic version with customization and macros, while a premium upgrade adds unlimited remote configurations, advanced customer support, and backup and restore options. It also says previous Smart IR Remote product users receive PRO features.

Why It May Appeal

✅ Bringing controls for several compatible electronics into one app may reduce the need to switch between individual remotes.

✅ The adjustable layouts and one-touch macros let users shape controls around their devices and common command sequences.

Things to Consider

❎ Infrared control requires a phone with an IR blaster. Wi-Fi control is described for supported devices and brands, so it should not be assumed to work with every piece of equipment.

❎ Some listed options have specific requirements: air gestures are limited to the Galaxy S4, and unlimited remote configurations and backup and restore are identified as premium features.