Can I turn off my Roku TV with my phone?

Answered by Douglas Hiatt

You can turn off your Roku TV using your phone. The Roku mobile app provides a convenient Remote feature that allows you to control various functions of your Roku device, including powering it off.

To turn off your Roku TV with your phone, follow these steps:

1. Make sure your Roku TV and your phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2. Download and install the Roku mobile app from the App Store (for iOS devices) or Google Play Store (for Android devices).

3. Launch the Roku mobile app and tap on the Remote icon at the bottom of the screen.

4. If your Roku TV is already connected to your Roku account, it should appear in the app. Tap on your Roku TV to connect.

5. Once connected, you will see a virtual remote control on your phone screen. Look for the power button icon, which is typically a circle with a line through it.

6. Tap on the power button icon to turn off your Roku TV. The TV will go into standby mode and the screen will turn off.

It’s worth noting that while the Roku mobile app allows you to turn off your Roku TV using your phone, it does not have the ability to turn it on. To turn on your Roku TV, you will still need to use the physical power button on the TV or the remote control that came with it.

Using the Roku mobile app as a remote control can be quite convenient, especially if you often misplace your physical remote or if it’s not within reach. The app offers all the basic functionality of a physical remote, including navigation buttons, volume control, and playback controls.

I personally find the Roku mobile app to be a handy tool, as it eliminates the need to search for the remote every time I want to control my Roku TV. It’s particularly useful when I’m lying in bed and want to turn off the TV without having to get up.

In addition to the Remote feature, the Roku mobile app also provides other useful features such as the ability to search for content, access your Roku Channel Store, and launch channels directly from your phone. It’s a versatile app that enhances the overall Roku experience.

To sum up, yes, you can turn off your Roku TV with your phone using the Roku mobile app’s Remote feature. It’s a convenient and easy way to control your Roku device without the need for a physical remote.