How do I control my cable box with Alexa?

To connect your TV box, open the Alexa app, hit the menu button in the top-left corner, select Music, Video, & Books, and then choose your provider from the list. Select “Enable skill,” and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Can Alexa change cable channels?

As long as you're using the TV's built-in tuner, you can use Alexa to change TV channels. Just say something like “Alexa, channel 7 on TV” or “Alexa, change channel to [channel name] on [TV name].” If you're using a cable/set-top box for your TV, this is a little different, but more on that later.
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Can Alexa control TV channels?

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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How do I connect my Comcast cable box to Alexa?

Once you have created an account, open the Alexa app and click on the Devices tab. Under the Devices tab, you will see a list of all of the devices that are connected to your account. To connect your cable box to Alexa, click on the Add Device button and select Cable Box.
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Does Spectrum have a cable box that works with Alexa?

Yes, Alexa can control the Spectrum cable box. It is one of the features of Spectrum that keeps it ahead of its counterparts. Spectrum is known for adapting to new technology similar to Amazon's Alexa. There are various voice assistants like Siri, Cortana, or Google Assistant.
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How To Control Cable TV With Alexa



Does Spectrum cable have voice control?

Voice ID is now available for most residential Spectrum customers at no additional charge. More information about how to enroll is available at https://www.spectrum.net/support/voice/spectrum-voice-id-faq.
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Can I watch Spectrum TV on Alexa show?

As of right now, the Spectrum TV app is not available on the Echo Show 10. You can download the ESPN skill to get ESPN on the Echo Show as well as Prime Video, Netflix, HULU, YouTube, IMDb, Food Network, TikTok, ETC. You can link your video streaming services to your Alexa account to stream on your Echo Show devices.
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Does Xfinity Box work with Alexa?

The Fire TV Cube does work with Xfinity cable boxes. This compatibility allows it to connect to an Xfinity device either through hands-free voice control with Alexa or with the Alexa Voice Remote.
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Does Alexa work with Comcast?

Navigate to the app simply by saying simply saying “Alexa, find Xfinity” or “Alexa, open Xfinity.” The power of Alexa is built into your remote, press and hold the microphone button to access voice on Fire TV.
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Can you watch Xfinity on Echo show?

Yes, with the Echo Show, Alexa can play videos, movies and TV shows using many of the same streaming services you might use on your smart TV. You can view the available streaming services by manually swiping left and then selecting Video. You can also simply say “Alexa, open Video Home”.
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Why won't Alexa change my TV channels?

Check Applicable Products and Categories for details. Make sure that you can change the channel using the supplied TV remote. Make sure that your TV is able to scan and broadcast the channel. Check if the Amazon Alexa™ enabled device recognizes your voice correctly.
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What commands can Alexa do with TV?

Once enabled, try some of these commands:
  • ”Alexa, turn the volume up on [TV name].”
  • ”Alexa, mute [TV name]” or “Alexa, unmute [TV name].”
  • ”Alexa, next channel on [TV name].”
  • ”Alexa, switch input to HDMI 1 on [TV name].”
  • ”Alexa, play/pause/fast forward/rewind on [TV name].”
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How do I connect Alexa to my smart TV?

Use the Alexa app to link supported TV and video service providers to Alexa.
  1. Open the Alexa app .
  2. Open More and select Settings.
  3. Select TV & Video and select your TV or video service provider.
  4. Select Enable Skill and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Can Amazon Fire Stick connect to cable box?

It won't be necessary for you to use any cable to connect the Amazon Fire Stick to your TV. The device is very simple and you can plug it directly into your HDMI port on your TV or cable box and it will work perfectly.
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How do I watch Xfinity On My Fire TV?

Visit the Amazon App Store to download the latest version.
  1. Launch the Xfinity Stream Beta app. ...
  2. The Activation Code screen will appear on your Fire TV device. ...
  3. From the web browser on your second device (not the Fire TV), enter the six-digit code provided from the Xfinity Stream Beta app.
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Can Xfinity remote control Amazon fire stick?

Yes. The Fire Stick is connected via Hdmi input and is always on. The remote or phone app for the Fire are the only things that can be used to control it. Do you find this helpful?
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How can I watch Xfinity stream on my TV?

Simply download the Xfinity Stream app or visit the Xfinity Stream portal and log in with your Xfinity ID and password. See what you'll need to get started with the Xfinity Stream app or portal for more details. You can also use Xfinity Stream on select connected TV devices.
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Can you watch Netflix on Alexa show?

The Netflix app comes preinstalled on the following Echo Show models and newer: Echo Show (2nd generation) Echo Show 5 (all generations) Echo Show 8 (all generations)
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How do I connect my echo DOT to my TV?

What to Know
  1. Enable Bluetooth on your TV, move your Echo Dot near the TV, and say “Alexa, connect.”
  2. In the Bluetooth settings on your TV, select your Echo Dot. Your TV's audio will play on your Echo Dot.
  3. To connect Alexa to your TV in the Alexa app, go to More > Settings > TV & Video, then tap your TV or video service.
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Can you watch CNN on Echo Show?

On Amazon's Echo Show, users can dive straight to the topic they want to hear, and now, watch with the “CNN skill.” With the product's new video offerings, the skill features video clips from CNN television minutes after air.
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Does Spectrum have a remote for seniors?

The Spectrum Receiver big button remote provides greater functionality for customers with low vision.
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Does Spectrum Voice ID cost money?

Enrollment in Spectrum Voice ID service is completely voluntary, and is available at no additional charge.
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Does Roku voice remote work with Spectrum?

From Roku Home, use your Roku remote to search for, and add the Spectrum TV channel. Select Get Started or Watch TV and then sign in. Use the D-pad and OK button on your Roku remote to navigate the virtual keypad and enter your username and password.
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Can I control my LG Smart TV with Alexa?

LG TVs made during or after 2018 with a webOS of 4.0 and up can work with Alexa; all that is required is the LG ThinQ Basic app and Alexa app to link the two devices.
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Can I connect my LG Smart TV to Alexa?

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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