PHApplication Overview
Zank Remote is a utility application that converts a mobile device into a virtual controller for Android TV and Amazon Fire TV boxes via a Wi-Fi connection.Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Version | v21.0.2 b147 [Premium] [Fixed] |
| OS Requirement | Android 6.0+ |
| Architecture | arm7 + arm64 |
| File Size | 16.1 MB |
| SHA-256 | 03b25652c008364ca730c98c26a45d35a13a4a330c4c26927fb8db09745b5e08 |
Feature Set
Standard Features
- Navigation & Input: Mouse control, D-pad navigation, keyboard input, and direct control via screen casting.
- Device Management: Volume control, media controller, screen on/off toggling, and file transfer capabilities.
- Gaming: Integrated Game Pad functionality.
Premium / PRO Features
- Air Mouse: Gyroscopic pointer control.
- Interface Enhancements: Dedicated media control buttons on the main screen and floating control mode interface.
- Ad-Free: Complete removal of advertisements.
Technical & Integration Details
Accessibility Service Usage
The application requires installation on both the mobile device and the TV hardware. On TV devices, the Accessibility Service is utilized to execute the following system actions:- Simulating mouse click actions.
- Triggering system commands: Home, Back, and Recent Apps.
- Parsing UI elements on screen to execute DPAD navigation.
- Automatically confirming the "start" prompt during screen casting initialization.
Home Automation
Integration with smart home infrastructure is supported through dedicated third-party drivers developed by Chowmain Software & Apps.Changelog
- Implemented capability to run foundational features without initial TV configuration setup.
- Added press-and-hold functionality for D-pad navigation, volume adjustments, and media control buttons.