TV Remote

What is TV Remote?

TV Remote is a native Mac remote-control app for supported smart TVs and streaming devices on the same local network. It helps users replace separate physical remotes with one app that can manage devices such as Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, Samsung TV, LG TV, Hisense, and Vizio. The app is designed for people who want quick playback, navigation, input, and app-launch controls from their Mac. Saved devices can be reused across supported Apple platforms, which is helpful in homes with multiple screens and streaming boxes. It also supports Siri Shortcuts, widgets, and device-specific features where the connected TV platform allows them. Cherpake publishes the app as part of its remote-control product lineup for Apple devices.

Key features

• Control supported TVs and streaming devices over the same Wi-Fi network
• Switch between saved devices from one Mac app
• Send navigation, playback, and keypad commands from your computer
• Launch supported TV apps and switch inputs on compatible devices
• Use Siri Shortcuts for common remote actions
• Manage Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, Samsung TV, LG TV, Hisense, and Vizio devices

Safety overview

Status: Mostly safe

This app's network access and local device discovery are normal for a TV remote, because it needs to find and control compatible devices on your home network. It may not work well on guest, hotel, school, or otherwise isolated Wi-Fi networks, and some features depend on what each TV brand supports. Use it on a trusted local network and connect only to devices you expect to control.

Recommendation: Keep TV Remote if you use your Mac to control a compatible TV or streaming device. If you no longer use it, removing the app should only affect your ability to manage those devices from this Mac.

Common paths

• /Applications/TV Remote.app

Related apps

• Remote Mouse & Keyboard
• Remote Helper

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