Does iPhone 10 have IR blaster?

BY Rajesh Pandey. Apple has packed the iPhone X, iPhone 8, and the iPhone 8 Plus with top-notch internals and cutting-edge technology. Despite that though, the new iPhones lack one key hardware feature: an IR blaster. While Apple has never included an IR blaster on an iPhone, it does not mean the feature is not useful.
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Do any iPhones have IR blaster?

Unfortunately, the iPhone does not include an IR blaster. Apple hasn't included the IR blaster in any iPhone so far. Is there Any IR Blaster for iPhone? Sure, some smart guy invented headphone jack IR blaster, which can be used on any smartphone with headphone jack including iPhone.
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What phone has an IR blaster?

The best phones with an IR blaster:

Vivo X70 Pro Plus. Huawei P50 Pro series. Poco F3 and F3 GT. Xiaomi 12 Pro.
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Why iPhone does not have IR blaster?

All of which is to say, an IR blaster would add nothing of value, both because it's a dying technology in the space where Apple plays and because the experience of using it on a phone is far inferior to simply using a remote.
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Does iPhone 12 have IR?

It uses both the front and back cameras to allow a user to see their surroundings - even in complete darkness. It uses LiDAR in the back camera, and the infrared sensor in the TrueDepth camera in the front. HOW DOES IT WORK? Unlike a regular camera, LiDAR and infrared sensors do not need ambient light.
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Do iPhone 11 have IR blaster?

Due to the fact that iPhones don't have infrared (IR) blasters, they can't be used to control older, non-Wi-Fi TV models, although you can buy IR dongles that plug into the Lightning connector and enable this feature.
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Does iPhone 13 have IR?

Here Is What the iPhone 13 Pro Max's TrueDepth Infrared Camera Sees When Trying to Map Your Face Data. Unlike standard smartphone cameras, the iPhone 13 Pro Max's TrueDepth sensor behaves differently. Of course, we never get to see it in action because that is the beauty of how technology works.
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Can I install IR blaster on my phone?

Many Android phones come with an embedded infrared “blaster” that uses the same technology as old-school remotes. All you need to do is download a universal remote app like AnyMote Smart IR Remote, IR Universal Remote or Galaxy Universal Remote to use your phone to control any device that receives an IR signal.
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Can I use iPhone as TV remote?

With the Apple TV Remote in Control Center, you can control your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
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Does S10 have IR remote?

Starting with the Galaxy S7 series, Samsung ditched the IR blaster on its devices for good. So, has the company brought back the useful IR blaster on the Galaxy S10 or the Galaxy S10+? Sadly, the answer still remains no.
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How do I download an IR blaster?

Download Phone Tester (hardware info) for Android devices. Go to the “Communication peripherals” tab. You'll see an IR section indicating if it is supported or not. You can make a quick search online to know if IR blaster is supported on your phone or not.
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Can I use my phone as a remote without IR blaster?

Yes it is possible to use your android phone as a TV remote without an Ir blaster, but you need to have a smart TV which can connect to WiFi or Bluetooth (I've less idea about smart TVs, guessing they provide Bluetooth connectivity too), or else it won't be possible to make it into a remote.
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Does iPad have IR blaster?

It doesn't have an IR blaster, but since there are so many apps available for it, the Apple iPad can still serve as a limited TV remote.
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How do I connect my iPhone to my IR blaster?

HOW IT WORKS
  1. Download the dedicated app from App Store.
  2. Connect the IR Blaster to the Lightning port of your iPhone or iPad.
  3. Pair IR Blaster with iOS device by going to Settings > Bluetooth.
  4. Launch RemoteMaster app.
  5. Select the appliance from the app you wish to control.
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Does iPhone 7 have a IR blaster?

No infrared hardware. Bluetooth only. What is "Bogu"?
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How do I turn on infrared blaster on my phone?

You can tap Open to launch the app from the Play Store or tap its icon on the app drawer. Select your IR blaster when prompted. The app should ask you to choose your IR blaster the first time you open it. Follow the on-screen instructions to select it and/or grand appropriate permissions.
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Does iPhone 6 have IR blaster?

Unfortunately, the iPhone does not include an IR blaster. Apple hasn't included the IR blaster in any iPhone so far. So the IR blaster is not available on iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G and iPhone 2G.
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Can I use my phone as a remote for a non smart TV?

Universal remote apps are widely available across Android and iOS, but one thing to keep in mind before downloading any software is if your phone has an IR blaster. This allows your phone to seamlessly connect to a non-smart TV as these TVs do not have wireless connections.
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Does iPhone 8 have infrared blaster?

Apple has packed the iPhone X, iPhone 8, and the iPhone 8 Plus with top-notch internals and cutting-edge technology. Despite that though, the new iPhones lack one key hardware feature: an IR blaster.
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Does iPhone 12 pro have infrared?

With the LiDAR & Infrared Night Vision app, you can use the front camera on devices with FaceID, and the front and back cameras on iPhone 12 Pro, iPad Pro, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max in complete darkness! The front-facing camera will use the infrared sensor in the TrueDepth camera.
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Do laptops have IR blaster?

Replies (7)  Most (desktop) PCs do not have any built-in infrared connections at all. Many notebooks/laptops do, but not all of them.
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Does Samsung phones have IR?

NOTE: IR Blaster is available with Samsung E series 7/8/9 models only.
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