That there is a black hole between sofa cushions is something that science has not been able to prove, but nevertheless I strongly believe. This is the only explanation I can find for the TV controls constantly disappearing and often reappearing in this location. yes in your case you have an android tv and you couldn’t find the above-mentioned command or it broke directly, don’t worry.
In front of this situation, There are basically two alternatives. One of them is free because all you need is a mobile. The other, which is where we’ll start, is to simply buy a new controller. And if you accept the advice on the matter, you will appreciate choosing an option like the one we advise you.
A new controller, but with many buttons
Controlling a Chromecast with Google TV is an example of minimalism. It is useful to handle it easily and also put it on a table or any piece of furniture without taking up too much space. However, you lose what I think is a very interesting attraction of Android TV: to be able to create shortcuts and manage faster by the Android TV system.
Therefore, the recommendation is to opt for a Bluetooth controller that has many buttons. Apart from the fact that it includes the classic buttons with numbers to watch DTT or those to control volume and playback, they also include many other useless buttons that you can take advantage of.
it’s all part of install an application called “Button Mapper” which we have already talked about on other occasions and which basically serves to remap the buttons of the remote control. In the same way that some come standard with buttons that give quick access to apps like Netflix or YouTube, you can create shortcuts yourself. Moreover, Android TV 14 should integrate this feature as standard.
Stop spending a single euro and use your mobile as a remote control
If you don’t want to complicate the search for a remote control and on top of that you want to save money, there is no better option than controlling Android TV from your mobile. This makes with the ‘Google Home’ app that Android phones are installed as standard (and if not, it can be downloaded for free from the Google Play Store).
Also forIt doesn’t matter if you have an Android mobile or an iPhone. And it is that the Google Home application is also available on iOS, having the same interface and the same functionalities as those offered on Android.
The fact is that this application allows you to synchronize television and control the whole system. From moving through app menus to volume up and down. It’s even possible to type faster with the mobile keyboard without having to use Android TV’s tedious on-screen keyboard or giving voice instructions.
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