"Modern TVs, however, are smart. They can't do arithmetic, but they are able to connect to the internet without a streaming device like a Roku or Apple TV. They also have an operating system that allows you to easily access different streaming platforms. Plus, are much more complicated than the traditional TVs that those of us over the age of 20 likely watched as children. Will a universal remote work on these modern TVs?"
"The simple answer is yes, a universal remote should work with your smart TV, but it may have limited capabilities. This is partly because many smart TV remotes connect via Bluetooth, while universal remotes often use the older infrared, or IR, technology. Bluetooth reigns supreme over IR because the remote will work from further away, doesn't require a direct line of sight, and offers more complex controls, such as voice command."
Smart TVs connect to the internet and include operating systems that provide direct access to streaming platforms, making them more complex than older televisions. Universal remotes generally can control smart TVs but may lack full functionality when original remotes use Bluetooth while universal options use infrared (IR). Bluetooth remotes work from further away, do not require line of sight, and support advanced features like voice commands and app shortcut buttons. Some universal remotes include app shortcuts, but compatibility varies and reviews can report nonworking buttons. If a TV supports Bluetooth, pairing a universal Bluetooth remote occurs through the TV's settings rather than code entry.
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