Apple TV 2.4 and Remote 1.3 (available from the App Store) adds gestures that can be used as an alternative to the regular navigation controls on the iPhone or iPod touch.

The Remote app now lets you use your iPhone to control the music and movies on iTunes or your Apple TV. This new version "adds simple finger gestures," according to Apple's description.

has more information about the update. Their report explains: "Users can flick or drag a finger across the screen to scroll through items; a tap selects the current item. Pressing and holding on a "menu" item moves back up one level in the Apple TV's interface."