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Philips remote not working? Switch to Wi-Fi control in seconds. Our free iOS remote app connects to your Philips Roku TV using HTTP REST (Roku ECP) (port 8060), discovered via SSDP. No pairing code required. Works as a permanent wireless remote replacement while the physical remote is repaired or replaced.
How it works
Make sure your Philips Android TV is powered on and connected to your home Wi-Fi.
Install the Universal TV Remote app for free. No account or credit card required.
Open the app and it finds your Philips Android TV automatically on your local network.
Tap your Philips TV in the app to control volume, apps, Ambilight settings, and inputs. Always free.
FAQ
Specific answers for Philips TV users.
The fastest fix is switching to Wi-Fi control on your iPhone. Our free Philips remote app connects to your Philips Roku TV over HTTP REST (Roku ECP) (port 8060), auto-discovered via SSDP. No PIN or pairing code is required — the connection is instant. Full remote control is available in under 15 seconds. Meanwhile, check the physical remote: replace batteries, power-cycle the TV, and try the re-pairing sequence. The app is a permanent wireless remote replacement if the physical remote can't be revived.
The three most common causes for a Philips Roku OS remote failing completely: (1) Dead batteries — even rechargeable and solar models deplete without visible warning; (2) Lost HTTP REST (Roku ECP) connection — caused by TV firmware updates, power surges, or the TV being factory-reset; (3) Physical button damage from liquid exposure or drops. For causes 1 and 2, battery replacement or re-pairing fixes the issue. For cause 3, our free iPhone app is the most cost-effective permanent replacement, connecting via HTTP REST (Roku ECP) (port 8060).
Yes — our free Philips remote app is a complete wireless remote replacement iOS solution for Philips Roku TV smart TVs. SSDP discovers your TV automatically over HTTP REST (Roku ECP) (port 8060). No PIN or pairing code is required — the connection is instant. Full navigation, volume, HDMI switching, and streaming app control are included without any subscription, hardware purchase, or account requirement. It works indefinitely as a permanent Philips remote replacement.
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