VIZIO SmartCast is an Android application that transforms your smartphone or tablet into a media controller. It offers connectivity between your mobile device and your VIZIO Smart TV.
Controls and streaming
This app replaces your traditional TV remote. With it, you can control power, volume, input selection, and playback for your VIZIO Smart TV, sound bars, and other SmartCast-enabled devices. It is possible to navigate menus, adjust settings, and launch apps via your mobile device.
A distinctive feature of the app is the ability to cast images, videos, and audio from your smartphone or tablet to your TV. The utility uses built-in Chromecast and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It helps stream multimedia content from various devices.
The SmartCast platform comes with popular streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, and FuboTV built in. Thus, you get access to a wide variety of entertainment without additional hardware. It is possible to browse, search, and launch content from multiple services.
Additional options
In addition, this software supports voice commands, either through the app itself or by connecting with smart home assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This option provides hands-free control over your TV and integration with other smart home devices. There is an opportunity to pair Bluetooth headphones with your VIZIO TV via the utility.
Features
- allows you to cast multimedia content from your smartphone or tablet to your TV;
- integrates with popular streaming platforms;
- supports voice commands;
- the app is free to download and use;
- compatible with current Android versions.