"Maybe TVs just aren't quite there yet?"
I get what you're saying, but honestly, my newer model TV has been surprisingly accurate—even better than my smart hub sometimes. Maybe it's less about the tech itself and more about how comfortably we speak to each device...?
I think you're onto something there—maybe it's not just the tech itself, but how naturally we interact with it. Do you think the awkwardness comes from the TV being traditionally passive? Like, we're used to just watching it quietly, so suddenly talking to it feels... off? I've noticed clients who integrate voice-controlled lighting or blinds seem way more comfortable speaking to those devices than their TVs. Maybe it's about shifting our mindset from passive viewing to active interaction.
"I've noticed clients who integrate voice-controlled lighting or blinds seem way more comfortable speaking to those devices than their TVs."
Funny you mention that—I built my own smart setup last year, and I still feel weird talking to the TV. But lights or thermostat? No hesitation. Maybe it's because TVs never talked back before...
Glad I'm not the only one who feels a bit awkward talking to the TV. When I first set up voice controls in my home, lights and thermostat felt totally natural—probably because adjusting them is usually a quick, simple command. But with the TV, it always felt like I was interrupting something important or being rude to an imaginary person, haha.
What helped me was starting small and gradually building up comfort. First, I just used voice commands for basic stuff like volume or mute. Once that felt normal, I moved onto channel switching or launching apps. Over time, it got easier, though I'll admit I still prefer the remote for browsing menus or searching titles.
I think you're onto something about TVs never talking back before—maybe it's also because we've grown up associating TVs with passive viewing rather than active interaction? Either way, your experience sounds totally normal to me... give it some time and you'll probably feel more comfortable soon enough.
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, I think the awkwardness might just be baked into the whole idea of talking to a TV. Unlike lights or thermostats, TVs are more about exploration and discovery—scrolling through menus, browsing titles, checking out trailers. Voice commands kinda kill that spontaneous vibe for me. I tried voice control for a while, but eventually went back to the remote. It's not about comfort level, just preference... sometimes old-school is just better.
