New to TiVo TV or looking at upgrading your existing TV? The TV platform is a Smart TV similar to others on the market. Capable of pulling your favourite apps and channels in to on simple to use interface. It also comes with TiVo very own voice controlled assistance, TiVo Voice.
Using the TiVo’s voice remote makes navigating and controlling your entertainment a breeze. With a simple press of the Voice button, you can issue commands to search for content, control playback, adjust settings, and more—all without lifting a finger.
Here’s a guide to some handy TiVo voice commands and what you can do with them.
Search for Content
Finding your favourite shows and movies has never been easier. Use voice commands to search by genre, title, or even actor.
Examples:
"Show me action movies", "Find Modern Family"
Control Volume
Adjust the audio settings effortlessly by speaking commands to your remote.
Examples:
"Mute On", "Volume Up", "Set volume to 75"
Navigate TiVo’s Menus
Move through TiVo’s interface quickly by directing it where to go.
Examples:
"Go to Home", "Go to Guide", "Go to Settings"
Control Playback
Skip, rewind, or jump to specific parts of a program using your voice.
Examples:
Jump to a specific point: "Jump to 10 minutes"
Fast forward or rewind: "Fast forward three minutes"
Launch Apps
Jump directly to your favourite streaming platforms without navigating menus.
Examples:
"Launch Netflix", "Open Hulu"
Change Channels
Switching between channels is as simple as calling them out.
Examples:
"Go to NBC", "Tune to ESPN"
SkipMode Commands
When watching recorded shows, you can skip commercials or specific segments instantly.
Examples:
"Skip", "Skip Ads", "Skip now"
Jump to Live TV
Instantly switch to live television programming with a quick command.
Examples:
"Go to live TV", "Watch live TV", "Live TV"
Jump to the End
Need to skip straight to the finale of a program or movie? Let TiVo take you there.
Examples:
"Jump to End", "Forward to End", "Skip to End"
Tips for Using TiVo Voice Commands
Press and hold the Voice button on your remote while speaking. Release it when you finish.
Speak naturally—TiVo understands conversational language.
What if my model doesn’t have TiVo voice on the remote?
If you have recently upgraded your TV to the new TiVo operating system; and previously used Alexa services to connect and communicate with your TV, fear not. These features will still work exactly as they did before you had TiVo. See the Alexa options in the settings menu or visit argos-support for more information.
A final say, on TiVo Voice
TiVo voice commands are all about making your entertainment experience seamless and intuitive. Whether you’re searching for a movie, skipping ads, or adjusting the volume, these commands put you in control. Try them out today and see how easy it is to navigate your TiVo like a pro!
Click here to see our TiVo TV range here, or for help using the TV, see the support options available on the argos-support page.