I am interested in an Apple TV, just noticed this

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We've misplaced our little silver AppleTV remote. On the other hand, in order to watch Orange is the new Black, this led me to discover the free "Remote" app

Keep in mind that Apple TV can learn (i.e. map) any IR remote's commands. No need to use the included remote at all.
Ahh- true, but how do you access the menu if you've lost the remote?

Thanks for reminding me tho.
I agree, great tip, with the caveat of still needing to have possession of the original remote in order to configure the new remote.
One of my favorite features of the ATV.

But the free 'Remote' app for iOS also serves as an ATV remote - I have not tried using it to replace the functions of the included aluminum remote, but it works great.

We have 3 ATVs (1 ATV2 and 2 ATV3s) and we never use the included Apple remote.