What is this new icon that looks like a remote control

[AC Question]

I have an icon on my HTC since updating it which looks like a remote control. I cant get it off the home screen by swiping and if accidentally pressed locks the phone and can only be unlocked by turning the phone off using the power and volume buttons simultaneously. Any ideas what the icon is and how i can get rid?

 

[Javier P]

It's a known issue affecting many users. The culprit is an app called Peel smart remote, search for it in your app manager and disable it.