Can I control my TV with Alexa?

Alexa can do a lot of things, including control your TV. Using Amazon's voice assistant, you can search for programs, movies, actors, change channels, look up content by type or genre (such as kids or sci-fi), and even control playback of your DVR.
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How do I get Alexa to control my TV?

To connect Alexa to your TV, open the Alexa app and go to More > Settings > TV & Video. Then choose your content or service provider from the list and tap Link or Enable. Next, follow the on-screen instructions to link your TV to your Alexa devices.
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Can Alexa control my smart TV?

Alexa, through Amazon's lineup of smart speakers, can now control several models of smart TVs using voice commands, the company said. U.S. users can now ask Alexa on their Echo, Echo Dot, or Echo Show device to do things like turn on the TV, change the channel, adjust the volume and more.
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Can Alexa turn on TV and change channels?

With your Amazon Echo with Alexa, you can turn your TV on, off, change the volume, and switch channels. To do so, you'll need a specific hub designed to work with entertainment devices.
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Is there a TV that can be controlled by Alexa?

TCL 65-inch 5-Series 4K UHD Dolby Vision HDR QLED Roku Smart TV - 65S535, 2021 Model. This product is certified by Amazon to work with Alexa. This product can be controlled with your voice through Alexa-enabled devices such as Amazon Echo and Amazon Tap.
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Why won't Alexa turn on my TV?

Alexa commands don't work with your TV or video service provider or setup fails. Check that you have the latest version of the Alexa app. Make sure that you've completed setup for your service provider's Alexa Video Skill. Some providers require additional authentication steps before you can connect with Alexa.
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Can Alexa turn on my TV and cable box?

Amazon's new Fire TV Blaster works with Echo to control your TV, soundbar, cable box and more. Amazon already offers Alexa voice control to TV owners through its Fire TV devices, by way of a voice remote or by pairing an Echo device with a Fire TV, for hands-free voice commands.
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Can Alexa turn my Samsung TV on?

Amazon Alexa is now built-in on Samsung TVs! You can ask Alexa to change the channel, open apps, search for movies and shows, play music, control your smart home devices, and more. You can use your remote to talk to Alexa, or enable hands-free speech.
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Does my Samsung TV have voice control?

Your Samsung Smart TV comes with voice navigation features that will put you in control! You can use Bixby, Alexa, or Google Assistant to navigate your TV, ask some questions, give commands, or search for new apps to download.
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How do I turn on hands free Alexa on my Samsung TV?

Now, if you want to enable the hand-free feature, navigate to the Settings menu. Go to General and select Voice Settings. You can turn it on. After setting up Amazon Alexa on your Samsung TV, you can start talking to your new virtual assistant.
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Is my Samsung TV compatible with SmartThings?

The SmartThings app is compatible with phones running Android 7 or higher, and iOS 12.0 or higher. Compatible Samsung TVs include 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 models.
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Is Alexa always listening?

The short answer is yes, Alexa is always listening to you. Or rather the microphone on your Alexa smart speaker is always active (by default, at least) and is constantly monitoring voices in your home in order to hear its wake word.
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What is the Alexa secret code?

It's a legendary cheat code, which has been introduced to Alexa and Siri as an Easter egg. The 'Super Mode' doesn't actually do anything, but instead is a whimsical tribute to the iconic video game cheat. The code to say is: “Alexa, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start”, as revealed on TikTok.
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How do you get Alexa to say rude?

To set a swearing routine for Alexa, open your Alexa app for iOS or Android and tap More > Routines. Next, tap the + and type the name for your new routine, such as "Alexa swearing." Next, tap When this happens and choose your trigger to start setting up your Alexa swearing routine.
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Why can't Alexa control my Samsung TV?

If Alexa won't turn on your Samsung Smart TV, chances are it hasn't been integrated into the SmartThings App. You will need to connect both devices via their apps and enable SmartThings skills. If everything's in order with your Smart Things app and it still wont connect, wifi may be the problem.
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Why can't I control my Samsung TV with SmartThings?

The primary reason why Samsung TVs fail to turn on from SmartThings is that the option isn't enabled on the TV. You need to ensure your TV comes with this option and that it's active when you want to use SmartThings.
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How do I set up SmartThings on my Samsung TV?

Connect your TV

First, turn on the Smart TV you want to connect. Then, on your phone, open the SmartThings app. Tap the Device tab, tap the Home icon, and then select the location where you'd like to add the TV. Tap Add (the plus sign), and then tap Add device.
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Does SmartThings work with Alexa?

SmartThings works with certified Alexa devices and can be used to control light bulbs, on/off switches, dimmer switches, thermostats, locks, and Scenes configured with SmartThings. Alexa can also check the status of motion and contact sensors.
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How do I make my Alexa tap hands free?

Turn On Hands-Free Mode for Amazon Tap
  1. Open the Alexa app .
  2. Select Devices .
  3. Select Echo & Alexa, and then select your Amazon Tap.
  4. Select Hands-Free Mode to toggle to the hands-free feature.
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Can I connect Alexa to my LG Smart TV?

Press the Home button on the remote control and launch the "Set Up TV for Alexa" app on your TV. Follow the setup guide on your TV to complete TV registration. ※ Please create a LG Account from Settings > General > Account Management in the LG TV or from the LG ThinQ mobile app.
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How do I activate Alexa hands free?

How to turn on the Alexa app's Hands-free mode (iOS and Android)
  1. Open the Alexa app on your iPhone or Android device.
  2. Tap the three-lined menu icon in the upper left to open the side menu, and go to Settings > Alexa on this Phone.
  3. Tap the toggle next to “Enable Alexa Hands Free” at the top of the menu.
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How do I activate voice control on my Samsung?

How to use voice commands on your Samsung Galaxy device
  1. Press and hold the Home button on the bottom of your handset.
  2. Tap the microphone or say “OK, Google.”
  3. A screen with a large blank space will appear that says “Speak now.” Ask your question or deliver your command.
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How do I use voice assistant on my Samsung TV?

When you're ready, navigate to Settings on your TV. Select General, and then select Voice. Select Voice assistant, and then choose Google Assistant as your preferred assistant. Note: If you do not see Google Assistant as an available option, update your TV's software to the latest version.
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