We understand how frustrating it can be when the Telstra TV remote stops working when you need to use it. To add fuel to your frustration, the official Telstra TV remote app that was earlier available has been discontinued. So, you can only use third-party IR remote apps to control Telstra TV set-top boxes. This article shows some remote apps to control your Telstra TV box without a remote.
Use the IR Remote App to Control Telstra TV
Before installing the app on your phone, confirm whether your Android phone has a built-in IR blaster.
1. Go to the Play Store on your Android phone and install the Telstra TV Remote app.
2. Launch the IR remote app on your phone. A Telstra virtual remote will appear on the app screen. Select any one remote from the list of options.
3. Point the phone towards the set-top box and click the Power button in the layout.
4. If the selected remote is suitable, the Telstra set-top box will turn off. You can save the remote and start operating your Telstra TV. If it does not turn off, choose the next remote and check if it works.
Alternate Remote Apps to Control Telstra TV
Besides the IR remote app, you can download and use the universal remote app to control Telstra TV. Some remote apps work via WiFi signals, whereas others use infrared signals. For WiFi-based remote function, ensure the Telstra TV box is connected to the same WiFi as your phone. A few of the best universal IR remote apps to control your Telstra TV are as follows.
Choose one app from the list and install it on your phone. Then, launch the app, and choose the set-top box brand to get a virtual remote. Once the remote interface appears, you can start controlling the Telstra TV box.
FAQ
No. You cannot control the Telstra TV box using an iPhone as no remote app is available in the App Store.
