Siri Remote appearance is relatively slim, small, and smooth. Because of this design, it is quite common to lose or misplace the remote frequently. It can be difficult to find the remote once lost. Fortunately, the iOS 17 update has added a new feature to find the lost Siri remote using the Apple TV Remote app on iPhone. If your iPhone is not updated, update the iPhone to iOS 17 or later to use this feature.
This new feature works for the second-generation Siri remote or later and the latest Apple TV models running on tvOS 17. Since Siri Remote doesn’t have speakers, you can find the lost remote using the signal strength. To be precise, you can find the remote only within the findable range.
In this article, you will learn how to use the Apple TV Remote on your iPhone or iPad to find the lost Siri remote in detail.
How to Use iPhone to Find Lost Siri Remote
Before finding the lost remote, you should ensure that your iPhone and Apple TV are updated to the latest firmware version and connected to the same WiFi. To find a Siri remote using an iPhone, follow the steps below.
1. Navigate to the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down to Control Center and click it.
3. On the Control Center, scroll down to More Controls and add Apple TV Remote.
4. Now go to the iPhone’s Control Center and tap the Apple TV Remote icon. Then, select your Apple TV from the available devices.
5. Click the Find button right next to your Apple TV name.
6. You can see words like Far, Near, and Here based on how your iPhone is far away or near the remote.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions on the remote app to track your Siri remote. If you get closer to the remote, the circle grows rapidly. After finding the remote, tap the X symbol to stop searching for the remote on the iPhone.
FAQ
No. You can only find lost second-generation Siri Remote using the in-built Remote app on your iPhone.