Sony Bravia · Guide
How to use your phone as a Sony Bravia TV remote
Lost the remote down the sofa? Kids snapped the buttons? Batteries dead at the worst time? You don't need to buy a replacement — your iPhone or Android phone can become a full Sony Bravia remote in under a minute, for free.
Short answer: Yes — if your Sony Bravia runs Android TV or Google TV and is on Wi-Fi, you can control it entirely from your phone. No physical remote required, no extra hardware to buy.
What you'll need
- A Sony Bravia smart TV running Android TV or Google TV (most 2016 and newer models).
- Your phone and TV on the same Wi-Fi network.
- The free SonLink app — built specifically for Sony Bravia.
Do it in 3 steps
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Connect to the same Wi-Fi
Put your phone on the same Wi-Fi network as your TV. (Not the guest network — they can't see each other.)
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2
Turn on network remote control
On the Bravia, open Settings → Network → Home network setup and enable remote / network control. This lets your phone talk to the TV.
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3
Install SonLink and pair
Open SonLink, pick your TV from the auto-discovered list, and confirm the code that appears on screen. That's it — you've got a full remote in your hand.
Your phone is the remote now
Power, volume, D-pad, trackpad, number pad, on-screen keyboard and one-tap app launching — all tuned for Sony Bravia.
Lost or broken remote? Here's why your phone is the better fix
Ordering a genuine Sony replacement remote means days of waiting and HK$150–400 for a part you'll lose again. A universal remote needs pairing codes and rarely supports every Bravia button. Your phone is already in your pocket — and it gives you features a plastic remote can't:
- Type with a real keyboard — search YouTube or sign into apps without pecking letters one by one on screen.
- Trackpad mode for smooth menu navigation in Google TV.
- Jump straight into apps — Netflix, YouTube, Disney+ in one tap.
- Never lose it — and never replace a battery.
The TV doesn't show up — what now?
Almost always one of these:
- Different networks. Confirm the phone isn't on a guest or 5GHz/2.4GHz split network the TV can't reach.
- Network control is off. Re-check Settings → Network → Home network setup on the Bravia.
- TV is fully asleep. Wake it with the power button on the set once, then try pairing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my phone as a Sony Bravia TV remote?
Yes. If your Bravia runs Android TV or Google TV and is on Wi-Fi, SonLink gives you a full remote on your iPhone or Android phone — power, volume, navigation and apps.
Do I need the original remote to set it up?
No. As long as the TV is already on your Wi-Fi and network remote control is enabled, you can pair and control everything from your phone.
Is it really free?
Yes — free on the App Store and Google Play, no account and no ads on core remote features.
I have other TV brands too
SonLink is Sony-only by design. If you also own a Samsung, LG or other smart TV, our universal app SuperMote covers them all in one place.
Ready to ditch the lost remote?
Pair in under a minute. Free on iPhone & Android.