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. ... Agree to this and your iPhone should now be transformed into a remote control.

How do I turn on infrared on my iPhone?

Step 2: Now Try Using the Front-Facing FaceTime Camera to See Light From an Infrared LED. Now press the "switch cameras" icon in the upper right corner of the iPhone's Camera app so that the FaceTime camera's view is being displayed on the screen. You will probably see yourself on the screen.

Does iPhone 12 have IR?

9.0. Some of the common uses of a smartphone with an IR blaster is to control televisions, air conditioners, music systems and other devices. Since the iPhone doesn't have IR, you need a device that has IR as well as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to translate between your iPhone and, say, your TV.