I wonder if it's less about the naturalness of the response and more about how we perceive the device itself. TVs have always been these passive entertainment hubs, not really designed for two-way interaction. Maybe if manufacturers focused on integrating subtle visual feedback or gestures—like a gentle pulse of light or animation when responding—it could feel more intuitive and less awkward. Ever seen those concept demos where the TV subtly acknowledges voice commands visually? Something like that might bridge the gap...
That's an interesting point about visual feedback. I've seen some of those concept demos you're talking about, and they do seem promising. But I wonder if subtle visual cues alone would really be enough to overcome the awkwardness factor. For instance, when I talk to my phone or smart speaker, it feels natural partly because they're smaller devices that I'm used to interacting with closely. TVs are usually across the room, and there's something inherently weird about raising your voice to give commands—it almost feels like shouting at someone who's ignoring you, haha.
Maybe manufacturers could also think about audio feedback that's more conversational or human-like? Not necessarily full-blown conversations, but just small acknowledgments like "got it" or "one sec." Could adding these little audio touches alongside visual cues help make the interaction feel more natural and less forced? Curious if anyone's tried a TV setup that does this well...
I totally get what you're saying about the awkwardness factor. I tried one of those voice-controlled TVs at my brother's place, and honestly, it felt like I was yelling across a crowded room just to change the channel. The visual cues were neat, but didn't really help with that weird feeling. Your idea about small audio acknowledgments makes sense though—my smart speaker does that little "got it" thing, and it definitely feels less awkward than silence or a beep. Might be worth manufacturers exploring that route a bit more...
Yeah, small audio confirmations definitely help. Another thing manufacturers could try is visual feedback that's less intrusive—maybe a subtle glow or pulse on the remote itself. Feels more natural than shouting into the void...
I get the appeal of subtle visual cues, but wouldn't that mean constantly glancing down at the remote? Seems like it could get distracting, especially if you're watching something intense. Maybe a gentle pulse or glow around the TV frame itself would be less intrusive—kind of like how some smart speakers have that soft ring of light. Has anyone tried something like that yet? Curious if it'd feel more natural or just gimmicky...
