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Tuya WiFi universal infrared remote for controlling TV, air conditioners, fans, and other IR devices
Smart universal remote / IR + RF hub

Tuya Universal IR Remote

Rebrand / Genérico · Universal IR Remote

This Tuya universal infrared remote lets you control devices that use traditional IR remotes from your phone, such as TVs, air conditioners, TV boxes, set-top boxes, fans, DVD players, and other compatible appliances. It works over 2.4 GHz WiFi and is set up through the Tuya Smart or Smart Life apps. From the app, you can add compatible devices using the cloud infrared code database, control appliances remotely, create scenes, set timers, and automate actions together with other smart devices in the Tuya ecosystem. It also includes an IR learning function, allowing you to copy buttons from the original remote when a brand or model is not listed in the database. According to the seller description, the database includes more than 4,000 brands and over 50,000 IR codes updated from the cloud. The device emits a 360-degree omnidirectional infrared signal with a stated range of up to 8 meters and an IR frequency of 38 kHz. It is not compatible with devices that use RF, Bluetooth, or radio-frequency remotes, so it only works with appliances controlled by infrared. It can be used with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri through compatible shortcuts or automations, allowing voice commands such as turning on the TV or adjusting the air conditioner temperature. Because it uses infrared, each unit only controls devices in the same room, since the IR signal does not pass through walls.

WiFiWiFi 2.4 GHzIRUSB

Pros

  • Allows you to control many infrared devices from your phone
  • Compatible with Tuya Smart and Smart Life
  • Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
  • Compatible with Siri through shortcuts on iOS
  • Large IR code database
  • Infrared learning function
  • Stated IR range of up to 8 meters
  • 360-degree omnidirectional emission
  • Supports scenes, timers, and automations
  • Very affordable
  • Compact design

Cons

  • Does not control RF or Bluetooth devices
  • Works only with 2.4 GHz WiFi
  • Requires permanent micro USB power
  • No battery included
  • Infrared does not pass through walls
  • Usually one unit is needed per room
  • Not Matter compatible
  • Not Zigbee compatible
  • Home Assistant integration depends on the Tuya integration and may not be fully local
  • Unclear OEM brand and model

Compatibility

AlexaGoogle HomeTuya Smart

Specifications

ModelTuya universal IR remote
Typesmart infrared remote control
Colorblack
Connectivity2.4GHz WiFi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Compatible appsTuya Smart and Smart Life
Infrared frequency38 kHz
Stated IR rangeup to 8 m
IR coverage360-degree omnidirectional
Compatible devicesTV, air conditioner, TV Box, STB, fan, DVD, and other IR devices
IR databasemore than 4,000 brands and more than 50,000 codes according to the seller description
IR learning functionyes
App remote controlyes
Scenes and automationsyes
Timersyes
Voice controlAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri through compatible shortcuts
Power supplyDC 5V/1A
Power portmicro USB
Batterynot included / no internal battery
Listed dimensions15 x 10 x 5 cm
Listed weight0,065 kg
RF compatibilityno
Bluetooth compatibility for device controlno
Recommended useone unit per room
Power supplyMicro USB 5V/1A
Neutral wire requiredNo