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The briefing
What it does
Sharp Smart TV Remote turns an Android phone into a remote for compatible Sharp televisions. It is aimed at people who want to control a TV from their phone, particularly if the original remote is unavailable or inconvenient. The app is made by Naba and is not an official Sharp product.
How it connects
For a Sharp TV running Android or Android TV, the phone and television need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. After the app finds the TV, you enter the PIN displayed on the television to pair them. This means the network-based remote depends on both devices being connected and the TV being discoverable.
The listing also describes support for traditional Sharp TVs through infrared. That route requires a phone with an IR blaster; without one, the phone cannot send the commands directly to the television.
Controls and fit
The listed controls cover everyday use: power, volume, channels, mute, navigation, home and media playback. A touchpad is also included. For someone with a compatible Sharp Android TV, the app offers phone-based control over Wi-Fi; for an older infrared-controlled set, suitability depends on the phone’s hardware. It is specifically presented as a Sharp remote, rather than a general-purpose controller for televisions from several brands.
Listing record
Sharp Smart TV Remote is in the House & Home category. It has a 4.37 rating from 4,537 ratings and 100,000+ installs. Those figures show that it has an established audience, but they do not confirm compatibility with a particular TV or phone. Check the connection method your devices support before relying on it as a replacement for a physical remote.
