Make productive apps instant. Make distracting apps intentional.
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Founded
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Based in
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CA
Pricing model
Freemium
Free
Pricing
Free: core remote controls, automatic TV discovery, one paired TV. Pro Weekly: from $4.99/week - everything in Free plus keyboard search, app shortcuts, unlimited paired TVs. Pro Yearly: from $9.99/year - everything in Pro Weekly at best price per month.
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Key features
Remote for TCL smart TVs over Wi-Fi
Directional pad and OK button
Volume and mute controls
Playback transport controls
iPhone keyboard for TV search
Automatic TV discovery
Support for TCL, Roku TV, Google TV, Android TV, and Fire TV
App launcher shortcuts for streaming services
High-contrast layout for dark rooms
App blocking for 5 minutes to a year duration
Scheduled blocking for recurring windows like work hours and bedtime
Four levels of hidden-app friction from simple to extreme
Calm home screen with clock, favorites, and plain alphabetical list
System-wide enforcement as default home app
Works offline with all features on-device
No ads and no account required to use
What makes it different
Works over Wi-Fi without infrared or line-of-sight aiming
One app controls all four TV systems TCL ships
Full keyboard search instead of arrow-key pecking
Automatic TV discovery with no pairing codes or dongles
No account creation or ads required
Removes engagement-maximizing friction instead of relying on willpower or guilt
Never gamifies usage with badges or streaks that reward spending more time
System-wide enforcement as your default launcher, not another app to remember
Lightweight and battery-efficient with no background services
Reversible and non-destructive: switch back anytime, no data lost
Smart TV Remote