How to program your Roku remote to voice control your non-Roku TV

Adnan Ahmed· Jul 25, 2026 · 1:30 PM UTC ·2 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 10 views

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Roku's streaming devices come with remote controls that can be used as universal controllers for TVs, allowing users to control their TV's functions with voice commands. To set up voice control, users need to navigate to the Settings menu on their Roku device and select the Set up remote for TV control option. This feature is available on most current-gen Roku streaming players, except for the Roku Streambar SE, and requires the TV to support HDMI-CEC.

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▪Roku remotes can be programmed to control non-Roku TVs using voice commands.
▪The remote control must have a microphone icon below the D-pad controls to be capable of sending voice commands.
▪The TV must support HDMI-CEC, which may be labeled differently by various manufacturers, such as Anynet+ or Bravia Sync.

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Entertainment How to program your Roku remote to voice control your non-Roku TV Go hands-free with voice commands. By Adnan Ahmed July 25, 2026 9:30 am EST Joshua Westbrook/Getty Images If you're looking for a way to convert your regular TV into a smart one, Roku's hardware is among the easiest to recommend. Compared to other streaming devices, Roku's options often come with clean user interfaces, tons of free channels and a price that makes them accessible to the masses. Every Roku streaming device also comes with its own remote control that lets you navigate the interface and control media playback on your favorite streaming services. The remotes that ship with all current-gen Roku streaming players feature voice control, except for the one that comes with the Roku Streambar SE.

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