Handle9:

 

networkn: It works well, I use the physical volume controls on my phone. I almost always have my phone on my person, can't say as much for trying to find the remote in the dark! Initially, I was underwhelmed with the concept of a phone as a remote, but I *much* prefer it now.

 

I like it as an option but compared to picking up a remote sitting next to me, not looking at anything and adjusting the volume while staying immersed in what I'm doing, it's a far far worse UX.

 

Totally agree; I'm kinda getting used to starting stuff off via my phone if using the Chromecast, but once going the basics can be done on the TV remote - and I'd never look at moving to a fully phone-based control system.