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About app Videocon IR Remote
Why Your TV Remote Is Already Obsolete
You know the feeling: you're settled into the couch, the movie is about to start, and the remote has vanished between the cushions—or worse, the batteries have died. The Videocon IR Remote app eliminates this frustration entirely by turning your Android smartphone into a universal infrared remote control for your Videocon television and other compatible devices. No more hunting for lost clickers, no more last-minute trips to the store for AAA batteries. This app leverages your phone’s built-in IR blaster (or an external IR dongle) to deliver a reliable, always-available replacement for your physical remote, with added digital convenience that a simple piece of plastic simply cannot match.
Core Features and Mechanics
The app functions as a direct emulation of the original Videocon remote control, but with a cleaner, more responsive digital interface. Upon launching, you are presented with a full keypad layout that mirrors the physical remote—complete with power, volume, channel, mute, input source, and number buttons. The touch response is near-instantaneous, and the IR signal strength is calibrated to match the original hardware’s range and angle requirements. Beyond basic TV control, the app supports multiple device profiles, meaning you can also manage your Videocon air conditioner, DVD player, or set-top box from the same unified dashboard. The learning mode allows you to teach the app any custom IR command from your existing remote, ensuring full compatibility even for specialized functions like aspect ratio adjustments or subtitle toggles.
The user interface is designed for minimal friction. A swipeable favorites panel lets you pin your most-used channels or functions for one-tap access. The macro command feature enables you to chain multiple actions—for example, "Watch Movie" could turn on the TV, switch to HDMI 1, set the volume to 20, and switch on your soundbar—all with a single tap. The app also includes a smart sleep timer that can be set to turn off your TV after a specific duration, perfect for falling asleep to a show without worrying about the set running all night. All configurations are saved locally on your device, so no account creation or internet connection is required for day-to-day operation.
Key Advantages Over Physical Remotes
- Always within reach: Your phone is likely already in your hand or pocket, eliminating the need to locate a separate physical object.
- No battery anxiety: Your phone’s battery is monitored daily; a physical remote’s batteries often die at the worst possible moment.
- Customizable layout: Rearrange buttons, create macros, and build a personal favorite channel list that no physical remote can match.
- Multi-device control: Manage your TV, AC, DVD player, and set-top box from one app instead of juggling four separate remotes.
- Software updates: As Videocon releases new TV models or features, the app can be updated to support them without buying new hardware.
Download the App Now
Stop wasting time searching for lost remotes and changing dead batteries. Download the Videocon IR Remote app immediately and reclaim control of your entertainment system from the device you already carry everywhere.
Heads up: This app requires an Android device with a built-in IR blaster or an external IR emitter accessory. Full functionality relies on line-of-sight between your phone and the device being controlled, just like a standard infrared remote. Some advanced features like macro commands and custom button mapping are available only in the premium version.
Information
- Version
- 1.0.21
- Developer
- VIDEOCON
- Size
- 7.31 MB
- Android
- Android + 4.4+
- Age
- 3+
- Package
com.videocon.irda.remote- Signature
- abc2c8a352ce53d53aaa49784965cd6e
- Architecture
- universal
- SHA-256
- 2444b39747a75a400ff0a9116017d26ee293af4d2388f1219a46f39130a3be06