Title: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
Honestly, I tried the voice thing for a while because it sounded like this big convenience, but in reality? Half the time it either didn’t hear me or picked up random stuff from the background. I’ve got kids running around and music on most evenings, so it’s just not reliable. Remotes might be “old school,” but at least they work every time.
I get that voice control is supposed to help with accessibility or reduce clutter, but if you’re on a budget like me, you don’t want to pay extra for features that barely get used. I ended up using the remote way more than voice commands—probably 95% of the time. The only time voice was handy was when my hands were full, but even then, it was hit or miss.
Honestly, I’d rather have one solid remote than pay for both options. Less tech to break down, less money wasted. Maybe it’s just me, but simple usually wins out in my house.
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience with voice controls—at least after tweaking a few settings. I turned off the “always listening” feature and just use the mic button on the remote, which cuts down on background noise confusion. It’s not perfect, but when I’m elbows-deep in dinner or wrangling cables behind the TV, it’s saved me a few times. I do agree, though, if you’re paying extra for it and barely use it, it’s hard to justify. For me, it’s more of a backup than a main feature.
I get what you mean about using voice controls as a backup. I’ve tried the mic button approach too, and it’s definitely less awkward than just talking into thin air and hoping the TV’s listening. Still, I can’t shake the feeling that I’m talking to myself, especially if someone else is in the room. Maybe it’s just a habit thing.
Honestly, I’m more interested in features that actually make the device more efficient or save energy. Voice controls are nice in theory, but if they’re always listening, that’s just another thing drawing power 24/7. Turning off that feature is a good call, not just for privacy but for energy use too. I wish more manufacturers would make those settings clearer out of the box.
I do see the convenience when your hands are full, though. I’ve had moments where I’m juggling tools during a DIY project and it’s easier to just bark a command than drop everything. But for day-to-day use, I still reach for the remote. Maybe I’m just old school, but I’d rather have a solid, responsive remote than rely on voice tech that only works half the time.
If they ever make it so voice controls actually help cut down on energy use or integrate with smart home systems in a way that’s seamless, I might be more on board. Until then, it’s just a nice-to-have for me, not a must-have.
Title: Anyone else feel awkward talking to their TV?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve tried the voice thing while rearranging furniture—felt like I was narrating my own home makeover show, but mostly just got weird looks from my partner. The remote’s still my go-to, honestly. Maybe it’s just one of those things that’ll click eventually, but for now, I’m with you on wanting features that actually make life easier or save energy.
Yeah, I get it—the whole “talk to your TV” thing feels a bit forced to me too. Here’s how I see it:
- Tried voice commands a few times. Half the time, the TV mishears me and changes to some random channel or cranks the volume up instead.
- My remote’s always nearby anyway. By the time I finish saying, “Open Netflix,” I could’ve just pressed the button.
- Not sure if I want my TV listening all the time either. Call me old school, but I like a bit of privacy at home.
- The only time voice control made sense was when my hands were full cooking. Even then, it took three tries to get the right show on.
I get that it’s supposed to be convenient, but honestly, I’d rather see more practical features—like energy-saving modes that actually work or better integration with other smart devices. Maybe voice stuff will feel less awkward down the line, but for now, the remote’s just easier.
