Universal Remote
An app that turns a mobile device into a full Smart TV remote — touchpad navigation, a num pad for quick input, voice commands and shortcuts to favourite channels, working across nearly all TV brands.
- Downloads in 3 months
- 80,000
- Smart TVs supported
- 95%
- Store rating
- 4.9
The challenge
Balancing advanced features — touchpad navigation, num pad input, voice commands — against compatibility with a wide range of TV brands was the core tension. Performance had to stay responsive in real time, and the interface had to suit very different user preferences without becoming cluttered.
- Ensuring compatibility with diverse TV brands
- Adding touchpad, num pad, and voice commands
- Balancing simplicity with advanced functionality
- Enabling easy setup for favourite channels
What we built
We used IR and Wi-Fi Direct protocols to reach most TV brands, and optimised the touchpad and num pad for control that feels immediate. Voice command integration runs through the Google Assistant and Alexa APIs, and channel shortcuts are set up through a process simple enough that people actually finish it.
- IR and Wi-Fi Direct protocols covering most TV brands
- Touchpad and num pad controls tuned for responsiveness
- Voice commands via the Google Assistant and Alexa APIs
- Channel shortcuts with a quick setup flow
The outcome
The app reached 80,000 downloads in three months, supports 95% of Smart TVs and rates 4.9 stars on the stores. Its features run at a 97% success rate, 90% of users report an improved TV experience, and the platform is ready for wider smart home integration.
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