There's a new SmartThings remote widget that lets you control a screened device from anywhere on your phone's home screen.

The new remote widget makes life a lot easier. Previously, controlling a Samsung TV from an Android device required launching the Smartthings app and navigating to the remote interface.

Samsung appears to be working on a feature for Galaxy smartwatches that would allow you to control your TV with gestures.

It brings a new remote widget you can pop right on to your Android's home screen, so you never again have to dig around in ...