A television remote is a small device that allows you to control your TV from a distance. You can change channels, adjust the volume, and access other features without getting up from your seat. Full definition
Afterward, the researchers tested several surfaces in the rooms, such as television remote controls, doorknobs, telephones, and light switches. (sciencenews.org)
Special versions of the N64 controller were actually used as television remotes. (thegamer.com)
Roku's streaming video software contains a so - called application programming interface, or API, that third - party developers can use to build their own smartphone apps that act like television remote controls. (fortune.com)