AppleTV remote

[cynics]

Well this is unfortunate.



Slid off the couch onto the hardwood.

My question is, those with experience with iOS 10. Does the Remote app work as a suitable replacement?

Currently it doesn't support Siri which I use quite often but the 80 dollar price tag for a new remote is deterring me from just running out and replacing it. If I replace it I guess I'll get a case for it, lol a case for my tv remote....

 

[BradWould]

I use the remote app often. It is a suitable replacement if, like you said, you don't mind the temporary loss of Siri. (Until the new app is out). If you use the remote to control your audio/video receiver you will lose that option as well. Other than that the app can do anything the remote can (as far as I can tell)

Edit: I am using the ios10 beta with the remote app and atv4

 

[benjitek]

My question is, those with experience with iOS 10. Does the Remote app work as a suitable replacement?

I'm assuming you're referring to the new Siri Remote App beta, and yes, it is a suitable replacement for the physical remote. I use it most of the time now. Just discovered when I play a video purchased or rented through iTunes, the cover-art becomes the backdrop -- will be great once Netflix, Plex, HBO, etc. get their hooks into that feature. Good use of 3D-Touch feedback if your iPhone supports it. Siri works as expected. Also liking how the remote's progress bar remains onscreen during playback so I don't have to tap the remote to make it appear on the TV. The only thing I miss is volume control, otherwise it's great.

 

[waw74]

The $20 old style will work with the aTV4 also, obviously no Siri, or volume control though. And over IR, so the aTV has to see the remote.

Or most 3rd part smart remotes have the aTV codes in them, so check your cable box or TV remote as well as the others.

If your TV supports HDMI-CEC, you can use the basic nav buttons on your TV remote to control the aTV though the television over HDMI

 

[jdillings]

Apple sells replacement remotes but they're expensive:
http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLLC2LL/A/siri-remote

 

[mikzn]

If I replace it I guess I'll get a case for it, lol a case for my tv remote....

LOL - I thought that was funny! But hey, there are cases for the apple Siri remote! Check out this link! It has a non skid texture and wrist strap so it does not fall onto your hardwood floor when gaming!

Plastic flexible protective cover for your AppleTV Siri Remote

Maybe I should get one - I have hardwood floors! $15 Amazon beats the cost of a new remote!

 

[cynics]

Actually the remote is still working. An added benefit is I can clearly feel the orientation I'm holding the remote when I pick it up in the dark. Maybe this is a feature!

 

[digitalm3]

LOL - I thought that was funny! But hey, there are cases for the apple Siri remote! Check out this link! It has a non skid texture and wrist strap so it does not fall onto your hardwood floor when gaming!

Plastic flexible protective cover for your AppleTV Siri Remote

Maybe I should get one - I have hardwood floors! $15 Amazon beats the cost of a new remote!

I second this case, I have tile floors and my remote(S) have done headers many times with no incidents

The silicon etc cases are too ugly and obtrusive..