Universal TV Remote or Smart Phone Ap?

[lappir]

My not very old Samsung TV remote had a battery leaking when I changed out the batteries recently. Now it will work for a few minutes and then quit. I have tried to clean out as much of the leak as possible, but still having issues. TV has a single button for all functions so using without a remote is as bad as texting on a flip phone. (or worse.)

 

I found several phone apps and one that works but is not really user friendly. A few of the others I looked at wanted a lot of information that I am unwilling to share.

 

My question, Would you choose a replacement "universal" remote? or keep searching for a Smart phone app?

 

Thanks for your replies.

 

Rod

[Biker56]

Replace your Samsung remote with the same.

 

I use a DirecTV RF remote to control my Samsung 55" 4K Smart and 24" Samsung LED plus at times their own controller to change inputs.

[Chalkie]

We use Logitech Harmony remotes in the RV and the S&B. They are easy to program and then basically make it a one button operation to watch TV, watch a DVD, listen to music... whatever.

[Jack Mayer]

I also use a Harmony. They work well.

[Jimalberta]

Just so you know....Harbor Freight is selling a giant universal remote for those of us who have big fingers and lose the remotes....just sayin...

[markandkim]

Peel app.