ADB TV

Why settle for a standard remote when your Android TV can do so much more?

ADB TV transforms your Android smartphone into a powerful command center for your Android TV or TV box, eliminating the need for physical remotes and exposing advanced developer-level controls that typical apps hide. Whether you're a power user who wants to sideload apps, a gamer needing precise input, or someone who just lost the remote again, this tool delivers direct ADB (Android Debug Bridge) access over your Wi-Fi network. It’s not a media player in the conventional sense—rather, it’s a utility that unlocks the full potential of your TV’s operating system, allowing you to manage files, capture screenshots, record screen activity, and even install or uninstall applications remotely.

Core functionality and tools

The app operates by establishing a wireless ADB connection between your phone and your Android TV or TV box, both on the same local network. Once paired, you gain a suite of management features that go far beyond what a standard remote or even a typical TV companion app offers. You can navigate the TV interface using your phone’s touchscreen as a touchpad, enter text using your phone’s keyboard (saving the agony of on-screen typing), and execute custom ADB commands for advanced troubleshooting or automation.

For media enthusiasts, ADB TV includes a built-in file manager that lets you browse, copy, move, or delete files on the TV’s internal storage. You can also push files from your phone to the TV or pull files back—useful for transferring screenshots, recorded gameplay clips, or downloaded APKs. The screen capture and screen recorder tools work over the ADB connection, allowing you to grab high-resolution stills or record video of whatever is displayed on your TV, all without needing additional hardware.

• Wireless ADB connection to any Android TV or TV box on your network.
• Full touchpad and keyboard input from your phone for navigation.
• Built-in file manager for browsing, moving, and deleting TV storage.
• Screen capture and screen recording tools via ADB commands.
• APK installer and uninstaller for sideloading or removing apps.

Why this stands out for Android TV owners

Most TV companion apps are limited to basic remote functions or media casting. ADB TV goes deeper by exposing the ADB shell, which means you can execute commands like pm list packages, dumpsys, or input keyevent directly from your phone. This is invaluable for developers testing apps on a TV, or for users who want to disable bloatware, change hidden system settings, or debug connectivity issues. The app also remembers previously connected devices, so you don’t have to re-pair every time. The interface is clean and utilitarian—no ads, no fluff, just direct access to the TV’s ADB capabilities.

Download ADB TV now

Consider downloading ADB TV if you regularly interact with an Android TV or TV box and want a more efficient, developer-oriented way to manage it. It’s especially useful for those who sideload apps, capture gameplay, or frequently troubleshoot their TV’s software.

Heads up: you'll need Wi-Fi for the ADB connection, and your TV must have USB debugging enabled in Developer Options. Some advanced features require familiarity with ADB commands.