During the WWDC event, another thing that Apple had unveiled for iOS devices was a new Remote app. Through this app, the upcoming 4th gen of Apple TC can now be controlled easily with the help of the iPhone. There is also a video that is posted online which lets you get a look at the new app and the way it functions. The new app is said to allow the user to use the Bluetooth feature so that they can get their Apple TV connect.

The layout in the app is said to be a mimic of the Sri Remote in regards to the There are various input methods that have been streamlined accordingly so that it gives complete control to the user. In regards to music or movies which are playing, there is a Now Playing view that is said to be useful for controlling purposes. There is a special button for Siri and even a menu button. Just like the regular remote, the iOS Remote app is said to be very similar when it comes to navigation purposes that is done with the help of touch gestures.

Another benefit of the iOS app is that usernames and passwords or any other text can be entered easily through the app. This is thanks to the fact that the keyboard comes up automatically when you go ahead and select the text box. Another thing that is supported with the Remote app is voice commands. This is very similar to the dictation and is said to have the same accelerometer and gyroscope that is available on the Sir Remote. IF the user is looking for a dedicated game controller, then the iPhone can also be used so that the user can play the games that they want on their Apple TC.