How to Install and Use Philips TV Remote App

If the Philips Smart TV remote is not working, you can use the remote app to control it virtually. Luckily, Philips TV has an official remote app that lets you change channels, adjust the volume, and turn on/off the television with ease. In addition to the remote control, you can even send photos and videos from your phone to the Philips TV using this application.

The Philips TV Remote application is supported on all Philips Smart TVs (2019 and above). This app can control some old Philips TV models, but advanced functions like media sharing won’t work.

In this article, you will learn about installing and using the Philips TV Remote on an Android or iPhone.

How to Install Philips TV Remote on Android or iPhone

The Philips TV Remote application is natively available in the official store of Android and iOS. So, the installation process is straightforward. Remember, the Philips TV Remote application is available only in some countries.

[1] Open the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS) based on your device.

[2] Search for Philips TV Remote and click on it from the suggestions.

[3] Select Philips TV Remote from the suggestions and click Get or Install to begin the installation.

How to Control Philips TV Using the Philips TV Remote App

After installing the app, you must connect your Philips TV to a WiFi network. Ensure that the WiFi connection is the same as your smartphone. Then follow these steps to learn how to use the app.

[1] Open the Philips TV Remote application on your smartphone.

[2] It will start scanning for the nearby Philips TVs.

[3]. If the scanning does not start on its own, select the Settings option on the Home screen of the app, followed by the Connection tab.

[4]. To pair your phone with your TV, enter the PIN displayed on the TV screen.

[5]. If you do not find the TV name, click Find TV with IP address to continue.

Note: To see the IP address of the Philips TV, go to Home >> Setup >> Installation >> Network >> View Network Settings >> IP address.

[6]. Enter the IP address on the app to connect the TV.

Finally, you can use your smartphone as a virtual remote for your Philips Smart TV.

Note: If you can’t install the application, use the IR blaster remote app to control your Philips TV.

How to Fix Philips TV Remote App Not Working Issue

There is no need to worry if you have issues using the Philips TV Remote application. It happens due to unstable internet connectivity, outdated TV firmware, corrupted cache, etc. You can follow these troubleshooting methods to fix the Philips TV Remote app not working issue.

• Ensure to connect the TV and the smartphone to the same WiFi network.
• Further, check whether your Philips TV software is up to date.
• Close the recent apps running in the background of your smartphone.
• Restart the Philips TV to fix technical glitches in the TV.
• Delete the app cache on your Android phone. Uninstall and reinstall the app if you are an iPhone user.

How to Control Philips Roku TV Using The Roku App

The above remote application won’t work if you have a Philips Smart TV running on Roku OS. In this case, you can install and use the Roku remote control app, which is available on App Store and Play Store.

[1]. Install and open The Roku App (official) from the respective stores.

[2]. Ensure the Smartphone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

[3]. You will be asked to accept the terms and conditions if it is your first time using the app.

[4]. Click on the Devices button at the bottom-right corner. If it’s your first time, you should hit OK to allow the app to look for your Philips Roku TV.

[5]. Select the Philips TV name and click on the Remote icon. Start using the app as a remote for your Philips Roku TV.

Note: You can use the Google TV app as a virtual remote if you have a Philips Android TV.

Alternative Remote Apps to Control Philips TV

Several reliable third-party remote apps are available for smartphones in their native stores. Many have already used these applications, which are said to be a great alternative to replace the conventional remote. So, you can try the following universal remote apps and choose the best one that suits your TV.

TV Remote for Philips

This remote app will allow you to control the old Philips TV with the help of your smartphone’s IR blaster. In addition, it has a WiFi mode that controls the Philips 4K Smart TV using a WiFi network.

Using WiFi

[1]. Ensure that your Philips TV and smartphone are connected to the same WiFi network.

[2]. Install the TV Remote for Philips from the Google Play Store.

[3]. Follow the on-screen instructions to pair the app with your Philips TV and use the remote control.

Using Infrared IR Blaster

You must have an Android smartphone with an IR blaster to utilize this application as a remote.

[1]. Open the TV Remote for Philips app and follow the on-screen prompts.

[2]. Point your smartphone towards the Philips TV and use the app to control the TV.

Remote for Philips TV

Similar to the steps mentioned in the previous app, your smartphone and TV must be connected to the same WiFi network. This app is available in the Play Store for Android devices. Your TV will be detected automatically, and you have to accept the message that appears on your TV (this will differ based on your TV model). This will enable you to use your phone as a remote for your TV. As the application uses a Wi-Fi connection, close contact with the TV is not needed.

Philips TV Third-Party Remote Apps for Android

Here are some choices if you want to control an old Philips TV using the remote app.

• Remote Control for Philips Smart TV
• Remote for Philips Roku TV
• Universal TV Remote Control

Note: If you don’t wish to use the remote application, buy a universal remote for Philips TV and use it to control the TV.

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