Yeah, voice commands for TVs just aren't there yet. I tried using mine to find a specific episode the other night, and it misunderstood me like three times in a row. Ended up grabbing the remote anyway. Voice tech is great for quick tasks, but when it comes to detailed navigation or searching through content, it's still more hassle than it's worth. Maybe someday it'll improve, but for now, remotes win.
I feel you on this. Just moved into my first custom-built place, and I thought it'd be cool to get one of those smart TVs with voice control. First night, tried asking it to find a documentary I wanted, and it kept pulling up random cooking shows instead. After the third attempt, it felt like I was arguing with my TV... kinda awkward, haha. Still, it seems handy for simple stuff like volume or pausing, but anything more detailed, I'm right back to pushing buttons. Maybe the tech just needs more time?
I've noticed the same thing—voice tech is great in theory, but it still feels half-baked for anything beyond basic commands. I tried setting up voice-controlled lighting in my place, and half the time it misunderstands me or randomly dims the lights when I'm just chatting with friends. Makes me wonder if we're expecting too much from these devices right now... or maybe it's just a matter of getting used to talking clearly and slowly like we're teaching toddlers?
Totally feel your pain on this one. When I first moved into my custom place, I went all-in on voice-controlled blinds and thermostat—seemed super convenient at first. Took me a solid month of repeating myself like a broken record just to get the thermostat to understand "72 degrees." Eventually learned to slow down a bit and speak clearer, but honestly, it's still hit or miss. You're not alone... tech's great when it works, but patience is key right now.
Voice tech definitely has its quirks, but honestly, I think a lot of these frustrations come down to how we integrate it. I've found that relying too heavily on voice commands for basic tasks like temperature control can actually complicate things unnecessarily. Maybe consider pairing voice tech with passive systems—like automated shading or smart thermostats that learn your patterns without needing constant input. Sometimes the best tech is the kind you don't have to talk to at all...
