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Solved! I lost my remote control for my Vizio TV so I want to use my smart phone to change the channel on my phone

Solution
Unless you have a phone with Infrared (IR) transmitter, you can't. Go to closest Walmart, get a universal remote supporting your TV, or get an original replacement.
Unless you have a phone with Infrared (IR) transmitter, you can't. Go to closest Walmart, get a universal remote supporting your TV, or get an original replacement.
 
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