So Does iPhone Come with an IR Blaster? Unfortunately, the iPhone does not include an IR blaster. Apple hasn't included the IR blaster in any iPhone so far.

Do I have infrared on my iPhone?

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. ... They all work in basically the same way, in that the app will automatically search for your smart TV.

Can iPhone be used as universal remote?

'TV Remote' is an app that turns your iPhone into a universal control for your TV. ... The first time you open it, the app identifies all the connected TVs in your Wi-Fi network for quick pairing. You just have to choose your TV from the list and then authorize the app to work as a remote control.