[vice crufoli]

I keep misplacing my Roku remote and it’s driving me crazy. I’m wondering if I can just use my iPhone instead—like, not just to turn it on, but fully navigate, change channels, volume, the whole thing. Any tips or a good step-by-step guide would be awesome!

[womoc ratouzo]

Yep, I’ve actually been using my iPhone as a Roku remote for a while now, and it works surprisingly well. The official Roku app is one option, but there are a few others out there that offer smoother control or a better interface. I was skeptical at first, especially about how responsive it would be, but it honestly feels just like using the physical remote. You can do everything from navigating menus to typing in search bars with your phone’s keyboard, which is a huge time-saver. The only real requirement is that both your iPhone and Roku need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. I’d recommend checking out this guide on the Roku remote app for iPhone — it lays out everything clearly, including setup, features, and alternatives. It helped me pick the right app and get set up in just a few minutes. Definitely worth a read if you’re thinking of making the switch.

[weswin nefred]

Thanks a lot for the info! I’ve actually been looking for something just like this and didn’t know where to start. That guide you mentioned sounds super helpful. I’ll check it out now and give it a shot with my setup.

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