How Do I Connect My Samsung Smart TV to Alexa?
Many of its 2020 sets also ship with Alexa installed.
Samsung hasprovided a list of modelsthat have Alexa onboard.
Here is how to set up both types of TVs to work with Alexa.
You’ll need to log into your Amazon account first, however.
Once you are logged in, read the privacy permissions and selectAllowif you agree to connect your Amazon account.
Otherwise, you must press and hold the microphone button to use Alexa commands.
Both are available for iOS or Android devices.
see to it your Alexa equipment and Samsung Smart TV are both connected to the same Wi-Fi connection.
The Samsung TV must be enabled within the SmartThings app.
If not, then verify you are signed in with your Samsung account on the TV.
Go toSettings>General, then selectSystem Manager>Samsung Account.
sign on to the SmartThings app with the same Samsung account.
TapDevices, and if your Smart TV isnt already shown, tap+to add it to the app.
In the Alexa app, fire up the SmartThings skill and sign in to your Samsung account.
This will automatically connect your Samsung TV to Alexa and let you use voice commands to control your television.
Can I Control My Samsung TV With Alexa?
Absolutely, but the extent of the available controls depends on which pop in of set you have.
What Alexa Commands Work With Samsung TV?
Also, check that your Samsung TV is connected to your Wi-Fi internet.
Vizio SmartCast TVs are made to work with Alexa.
You’ll see the SmartCast TV Home app on your screen.
Go toExtrasand selectOK, then selectAmazon Alexaand follow the prompts.
To turn on the Roku skill for Alexa, you’ll link your Roku and Amazon accounts.
From the Alexa mobile app, selectMenu(three lines) >Skills & Games.
Search forRoku, then snag the Roku skill and tapEnable.
When prompted, sign in to your Roku account.
Select yourRoku TV(or the Roku gadget you want to use Alexa with) and follow the prompts.
Back in the Alexa app, your Roku machine should automatically be discovered.
