EQUIPEngadget · 01 Sept
You can use your phone as a Roku remote (and it's free)
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The Roku mobile application provides a free alternative for controlling televisions when physical hardware is unavailable. This digital solution ensures uninterrupted access to streaming services through standard smartphone devices.
- 01Roku mobile application serves as a functional replacement for lost or damaged physical remotes
- 02The software provides remote control capabilities at no additional cost to the user
- 03Executives can maintain access to media content by utilizing their existing smartphone hardware
- 04Digital interface functionality matches primary physical remote features for seamless television navigation
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If you've lost your Roku remote but would still like to watch something on TV, the Roku mobile app is the answer.