Itsytv

Itsytv replaces the physical Apple TV remote with a software remote that runs on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The app places a touch‑based remote in the menu bar or on the device screen, letting users navigate the Apple TV interface, launch apps, and control playback with gestures such as d‑pad taps and thumb scrubbing of the seek bar. It also displays now‑playing information, supports multi‑room TV selection, and allows text entry via the device keyboard.

The tool is aimed at anyone who owns an Apple TV and prefers to keep the remote in a pocket or on a computer rather than searching for the small silver slab that often gets lost in cushions. Its interface is designed for both left‑hand and right‑hand users, and it works on iOS 17 or later and macOS 14 Sonoma without requiring a subscription.

Itsytv is an open‑source, free‑tier utility that offers a one‑time purchase model. It integrates standard Apple TV functions—such as app launching, playback control, and device switching—while adding conveniences like on‑screen repositioning and direct keyboard search, all within a stable, actively maintained codebase.